Removing this cerumen via the Micro-suction method is much more comfortable than pressured ear irrigation and much safer, as the risk of infection is minimal. A low pressure suction device and a microscope is used for this method, hence the term Micro-suction. The Audiologist can view where the cerumen is at all times and can carefully remove this using micro-suction, making it a very effective and safe method. Micro-suction is also recommended for people who have perforations, mastoid cavities and regular infections, as syringing these types of ears can lead to further problems.

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Types of ear wax removal methods used:

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• Micro-suction (Primary method)

• Syringing (If soft wax is attached the the ear drum)

• Forceps (Used for dead skin and foreign bodies)

• Jobsons Horne & St Barts Hook (Used for hard impacted wax, pictured below)

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Prices: £80 for both ears/ £50 for one ear

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*Active infection present incur extra charges