Got Ear Wax Build Up or Pain From a Blocked Ear?
Earworx Microsuction Earwax Removal
At our ear cleaning clinics, earwax removal is our main focus. Unlike water-based methods, microsuction is a dry, precise technique.
Why Professional Matters
Impacted ear wax removal requires specialised training and expertise. All Earworx registered nurses complete Earworx training in aural care plus an extended practical placement in microsuction and curettage.Â
Earwax Removal Is Our Core Business
Earwax removal is the main focus at Earworx. Because it is our core business, we are really good at it! Our nurses are also proudly recognised by St Lukes Health and Health Care Insurance (HCI) providers, meaning you may be eligible for a health care rebate depending on your level of cover.
Are You at Risk of Blocked Ears?
Understanding blocked ears causes helps you recognise when you need professional help. Some people are naturally more prone to wax impaction.
Do you:
- Have narrow, hairy, or curvy ear canals
- Wear hearing aids, earphones or ear plugs regularly
- Need your ears checked before hearing aid testing
- Have a hereditary disposition to wax build up
- Work in dusty or dirty environments
- Use cotton buds or other objects in your ears
- Use ear bud headphones frequently
- Experience stress regularly
Recognising Earwax Build Up Symptoms
Symptoms of too much earwax can significantly impact your quality of life. Common signs include:
- Noticeable hearing loss or muffled hearing
- A feeling of blockage in one or both ears
- Persistent tinnitus (ringing in the ears)
- Sensation of fullness or pressure
- Persistent itching or discomfort
- Ear pain or aching
- Unusual discharge or odour
- Unexplained cough
- Water becoming trapped in the ear after swimming or showering
If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, don’t wait. If you have these symptoms, a trained professional can check whether wax is the cause.
How Microsuction Works
Our microsuction ear wax removal technique is considered the best way to remove ear wax because it’s:
- Dry, with no water pressure or syringing
- Precise – we see exactly what we’re doing with specialised tools
- Performed under direct view
- Your nurse will assess whether it is suitable if you have a perforated eardrum, previous ear surgery or a skin condition
Who Benefits from Professional Ear Cleaning?
Our safe earwax removal procedure is ideal for people with:
- Impacted ear wax that won’t clear naturally
- Perforated eardrums or previous ear surgery
- Problems where traditional syringing is unsuitable
- Hearing aid wearers requiring regular ear maintenance
- Narrow, curvy, or hairy ear canals
- Skin conditions like dermatitis or psoriasis
Seek Professional Earwax Removal
Don’t let blocked ears diminish your quality of life. Our award-winning clinics provide professional, compassionate care. Whether you’re dealing with symptoms of too much earwax or need routine maintenance, our registered nurses are here to help. And where we are unable to help, we will point you in the right direction for the care you need.
Contact your nearest Earworx clinic today or use our helpful Find a Clinic directory. Our experienced team will answer all your questions about microsuction ear wax removal and help you find relief from discomfort. Because when it comes to your ear health, professional care makes all the difference.
Download our Earworx brochure for more information.
*Schwartz et al 2017, Clinical Practice Guideline (Update): Earwax (Cerumen Impaction), Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Vol 156 (IS) SI-S29.