Microsuction Ear Wax Removal
15 Merton Road
Bootle,
L20 3BG
0151 203 2884
Onsite parking available
HCPC registered Audiologist
Safest and most effective method
Ear health check included
Accessible clinic with free onsite parking
Rated Excellent 5 / 5
When it comes to your hearing, expertise matters. Our team delivers ear wax removal using advanced microsuction, with an emphasis on safety, hygiene and clinical care.
Ear ache - Excess wax can press against the ear canal leading to discomfort and pain.
Ears feeling full or blocked - When ear wax accumulates, it can block the ear canal and create a sensation of fullness, often described as having 'blocked ears'. This can be uncomfortable and affect daily life.
Hearing loss - Excess wax can form a plug in the ear canal, preventing sound from reaching the eardrum properly. This can result in temporary, muffled, or reduced hearing.
Tinnitus - Tinnitus can sometimes be triggered or worsened by impacted ear wax, as the blockage can affect how sound is processed in the ear.
Vertigo - In some cases, ear wax can press against the inner structures of the ear involved in balance. This can cause feelings of dizziness or vertigo, especially when moving your head.
For just £50, receive a professional, safe earwax removal service for one or both ears. If no wax is found, we offer a comprehensive ear health check for only £25, ensuring you leave with peace of mind.
During your appointment
After completing a questionnaire to get a better understanding of your health, our Audiologist examines both ears with a small microscope and will note down this information.
She will be checking for any damage or infection to the ear drum and canal, as well as the amount of built up ear wax. She will also discuss any concerns or problems that you have been having with your ears.
Once you are happy to proceed, our Audiologist will use a microsuction unit to gently remove all ear wax. The procedure is quick, safe and effective.
The clinician will then reassess the ears and record this information and provide you with some aftercare advice to help maintain healthy ears.
What is Microsuction?
Unlike water syringing (irrigation), microsuction is one of the safest and most comfortable ways for trained professionals to remove ear wax. The Audiologist will remove the wax precisely and safely, and is able to see directly into the ear canal with our specialist equipment. You must be over the age of 16 years old.
We use the latest in micro-suction technology which gently sucks the wax out of your ear canal. Think of it as a mini-vaccuum for your ears!
Ear wax can build up for many reasons including if you wear hearing aids, frequently use cotton buds or ear plugs, or if you naturally produce a lot of ear wax. Ear wax is generally good for the ear, however, when it becomes impacted or excessive, then our audiologist will use a microsuction unit to gently extract it all. Other risk factors include:
Producing naturally dry or hard earwax
Narrow or hairy ear canals (the tube between the opening of the ear and the eardrum)
Earwax becomes drier with age
Bony growths in the outer part of the ear canal
What causes wax build up?
Our Audiologist
Our experienced HCPC registered Audiologist and Ear Wax Removal specialist, Kate, has many years experience and offers a caring and detailed approach for each patient. To learn more about Kate, click here!
Check availability and book your appointment today using the calendar below
Information before you book
For the 4 days leading up to your appointment, we advise using 1 or 2 drops of medicated olive oil drops in each ear (such as Earol), once a day. This can make the results of the procedure more effective. However, do not use olive oil drops in ears on the day of your appointment.
You will be required to climb up a set of stairs to get to the treatment room - please let us know as soon as possible if this will be a problem.
When to speak to your GP
There are some instances were ear wax removal may not be the correct treatment for you and may need to speak to your GP. These are listed below:
Any middle ear infections within the last 3 months
Any current ear infection
You suspect you have any foreign bodies in the ear canal
You suspect you have a perforated eardrum
You have any discharge from inside your ear within the last 3 months
If you’re still unsure, then please get in touch.