It is necessary to maintain hearing and ear health. Almost a half billion people are suffering from hearing loss globally. Every year,
Approximately 2.3 Million people in the UK get affected by ear waxproblems which are severe enough to demand medical attention.

Age, improper use of headphones, exposure to loud frequencies, andwax build-up are all factors that can negatively impact our ear health.

We can provide complete ear care service within our pharmacies according to technological advancements. The process involves a digital
otoscopy exam that checks your ear health. If the wax is existent, then it is easily removed by micro-suction. We can also implement a hearing
screener test to determine if your hearing is good or if you have a hearing impairment.

Having ear wax is normal, but if an ear wax build-up occurs, you maysuffer the following signs and symptoms that indicate you require
professional ear wax removal:

● Hearing loss
● Earache
● Discharge
● Feeling ears full or wet
● Itching
● Loss of balance or vertigos
● Dizziness
● Coughing

We use the process of micro-suction, which is generally considered the safest and most effective for ear wax removal. We also use an advanced TympaHealth system to suck unwanted cells and ear wax from your ears safely. It employs magnification that assists us in the removal of ear wax without getting in touch with the eardrum.

In most cases, it takes about 30 minutes for a trained professional to complete the procedure.

No, this treatment does not hurt however, it is a bit noisy. If you have recently used any ear drop containing peroxide or had any irritation, you may feel slightly uncomfortable but not painful.

This effective treatment of micro-suction has a 91 per cent chance of success.

Yes, this procedure removes soft and hard wax both. But sometimes, we may ask you to soften the wax using Earol before returning to a repeat appointment.

Micro-suction is the safest treatment for ear wax however, it has some risks like all the other treatments. These risks include minor bleeding, soreness, mild discomfort, and short-term ringing in the ear (tinnitus). Our staff has received extensive training from TympaHealth ENT and
Audiology experts to ensure our safe service and reduce potential risks.

If ear wax build-up is causing a blockage due to which you suffer hearing loss, we can remove it for you. But, this procedure will not cure hearing loss due to other factors.

Yes, our ear care service is suitable for anyone with hearing aids. Those with hearing aids often wear them up to 24 hours a day. Simply having these instruments inside your ear can impact how your body naturally removes ear wax. Wearing hearing aids can increase your chance of ear wax build-up, so we recommend having this procedure once or twice a year, depending on how much wax you produce.