Microsuction Ear Wax Removal Near Lewisham
Microsuction is a modern technique used to remove excess ear wax from the ear canal. Having a backlog of wax can cause pain, discomfort, and even hearing loss, and can affect people of all ages, but it shouldn’t be something to stress over. If you are worried about the build-up in your ears, book an appointment with our clinic near Lewisham, where our specialists help encourage additional ear wax to pass with our microsuction service. It is a simple and painless procedure, helping you get back to normal as soon as possible.
What is microsuction ear wax removal?
Microsuction is considered the gold standard for ear wax removal by experts compared to other removal alternatives. Earwax is a product that moisturises and defends our ears from dust and debris, and our ears should naturally clean themselves of any excess without personal intervention. However, if you feel like your body is producing too much wax and it starts causing discomfort, we can step in to help. Our ear clinic near Lewisham offers several benefits:
- The risks are much lower than ear irrigation or syringing, which can induce tinnitus and nerve irritation.
- Microsuction is a dry process, so it is safe to use during an ear infection or if there is damage to the ear drum.
- It is conducted under high magnification, which provides a more detailed and exact therapy.
Microsuction for ear wax removal is one of the most effective methods for removing wax and debris, and we want to help our customers get rid of blockages and irritation. We provide this service in Lewisham, but serve places as far as London, Essex and across Kent with our ear wax clinic in Medway.
What is the process for microsuction ear wax removal Lewisham?
Ear microsuction utilises a microscope attached to a very thin metal suction pipe, to quickly identify and remove excess ear wax. Once you have settled into our clinic near Lewisham, we will examine your ears using a binaural microscope. This allows our specialist clinician to gain a clear view of the blockages, to then remove the earwax carefully using low suction.
The whole process is over within a few minutes, with people reporting to feel no pain or discomfort, only a light tickling sensation. This means that if you live in or around Lewisham, your day will be minimally affected by this service.
Our ear wax clinic in Medway is a good option for those requiring evening appointments during the week.
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Ear Wax Microsuction FAQ
At our ear cleaning clinic in London, microsuction entails the use of a gentle vacuum machine to leave the ear free of wax. A microscope allows us to see clearly into the ear to carry out the procedure. The end results for the patient are better hearing and cleaner ears.
At our specialist ear wax clinic near Lewisham, a suction device is used to remove the earwax under a microscope. A small, thin wand is placed inside the ear canal to carefully suction the wax away.
Microsuction should not cause any pain or discomfort. However, due to the sensitive nature of the ear canal, extra care is taken to avoid touching the surface so as to prevent discomfort. No anaesthetic or analgesia is generally used to perform the procedure. The suction can sound relatively noisy. If you have an ear infection or inflammation in the ear canal, the procedure may be slightly uncomfortable.
If you come and visit our clinic near Lewisham, we’ll conduct a very quick procedure and usually only takes around 15 to 30 minutes to complete.
No preparation is required for micro-suction to be performed.
The only preparation you need to make is to check your route to get to our clinic as we are located outside of Lewisham, in Welling.
However, it is recommended to use olive oil based ear drops for a couple of days before the procedure to soften the wax. If you have an ear infection (external or internal) it is recommended to have this treated by a GP before micro-suction as these conditions can make the procedure uncomfortable. Alternatively, the ear canal can be suctioned to help clear up the infection.
A General Practitioner (GP) is unlikely to perform micro-suction and will most often refer you to a Pharmacist, ENT or Audiologist, all of whom are qualified to perform the procedure. You can make an appointment directly with us and we should be able to accommodate you within a day or two. Or simply walk in to our clinic and we should be able to carry out the procedure right away.
The cost for the procedure is £40 for one ear and £60 for both ears.
An otoscopic examination is performed before microsuction, which provides video of the inner ear and will detect a wax build-up. If no wax is found, the procedure will not be performed. However, if wax is present, the procedure will go ahead.
The procedure is considered to be entirely safe although, as per any medical procedure, there are some risks associated with micro-suction. Some dizziness may occur for a short time after micro-suction. Tinnitus may result from the procedure but should dissipate naturally. Damage to the ear canal is very rare.
If the ear has healed entirely post surgery, micro-suction is entirely safe for patients who have had ear surgery in the past.
Wax is constantly created by the ears and can build-up in the ear canal again. Micro-suction can be performed as often as necessary to remove excess ear wax, so come and visit our Lewisham Ear Wax Clinic today.
Experts have a clear view on Microsuction. Based on studies, it is the safest method of ear wax removal, resulting in the lowest risk of complications.
No procedure is 100% risk free, but Microsuction offers clear advantages over ear irrigation:
- For tympanic membrane (eardrum) perforation, microsuction is recommended
- if the ear has an infection of the external or middle ear, microsuction is the only technique safe to perform wax or debris removal;
- microsuction is a more comfortable process, completed in only a few minutes;
- no liquids used during the process;
- no ear drops or pre-treatment required
- pain free
Welcome to Lewisham ear wax removal
The Welling Ear Wax Clinic has been servicing the local communities since 2016.
Lewisham has a rich heritage with its historic buildings, green spaces, and cultural diversity. Its commercial area is now one of the largest in the south-east, growing in importance as a shopping centre as its transport links developed. The town also commemorated Queen Victoria’s diamond jubilee by erecting a clock tower in 1897.
Today we celebrate everything Lewisham has to offer and welcome everyone across the South-East to our ear wax removal clinic.
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