HearAgain earcare is based in Blackburn, our clinic is available to those who wish to come to a physical location. For those who struggle to travel or are house bound we will offer home visits. Home visits are offered across Lancashire but additional charges may be incurred depending on distance. We do cover a large area so don’t hesitate to call us. We cover Burnley, Brierfield, Nelson, Colne, Accrington, Haslingden, Chorley, Preston, Rawtenstall, Clitheroe, Leyland and Darwen. Not on the list? Give us a call and we will still try and help

More and more people are finding they are having to go private for ear wax removal issues, some surgeries have stopped providing ear syringing or there may be long waiting times. If you have been to see your GP and have been confirmed you have blocked ears, it will be advisable to get it removed by a trained professional. You would have been advised by your GP to use drops, in most cases the wax will still need to be removed by a professional.

Microsuction uses a tiny vacuum to gently ease out the earwax from your ears, a suction pen is carefully inserted into your ear and the Audiologist has full view of your ear using microscopic loupes. The likelihood of suffering from an ear infection after the procedure is very low. You will be advised to sit still and not to make any sudden movements during the procedure.

An Audiologist will advise to soften the ear wax prior to the appointment, this helps the earwax become loose and less likely to cause pain during the removal. You will feel a slight pull in certain circumstances when the ear wax hasn’t been softened well. The Audiologist may use olive oil in your ears to help with the ear wax removal. Often hard ear wax has formed over a long period of time and can be stuck to the ear canal/ eardrum.

Yes the audiologist may still be able to remove the ear wax during the appointment, by using olive oil spray. The audiologist will request you to tilt your head slightly allowing the oil to work its way down the ear canal and soak the ear wax. In some cases the ear wax may not be removed at the first appointment and a follow up appointment may be required.

Microsuction is a dry procedure, so less likely to cause ear infections. Microsuction may not remove all the ear wax and some ear wax could be left as this is a natural protection against bacteria/dust. 

The Audiologist has full view of the ear canal during the procedure whereas syringing uses a high water force that can cause perforation in the eardrum. 

The chances of microsuction causing a perforation is very miniscule as the Audiologist is trained not to go too close to the eardrum. 

Irrigation can sometimes cause an individual to feel dizzy and sick, this is less likely with microsuction.

Microsuction can be used in previous operated ears, known perforations or someone with an ear infection. Syringing can’t be used in those circumstances due to risks of further damage.