I will check the general health of the outside of your ear and check to see where there is any pain. I will use my Otoscope to look inside your ear and also show you using my camera if you would like to see so we can discuss and decide on the best form of treatment. Before and after photos of inside your ear canal can be taken if you are interested. These can also be sent to a Healthcare Professional if we find any issues.
A safe, painless proceedure that is used to gently suck visible ear wax out from your ear canal. A small, thin hollow probe is attached to a small suction machine. The suction is not high enough to cause any damage to the ear canal. It is also used when irrigation is not possible where you may have a perforated ear drum or grommets.
This can used to remove any visible ear wax in your ear canal, it is a safe and painless proceedure. Often used alongside microscution when irrigation is not possible where you may have a perforated ear drum or grommets.
Irrigation gently removes the wax by using a controlled, low pressure warm water jet. The jet is angled towards the ear canal wall rather than at the actual blockage, this helps to dislodge the blockage rather than push it further into the ear. After the procedure its essential that aftercare is followed to prevent the risk of ear infections. Therefore, it is important to keep your ears clean and dry for at least 3-5 days post procedure. You will be provided with aftercare information, but I will go through after care in depth after you appiontment.
