Dealing With Earwax The Right Way Is Critical
If your ears feel blocked or voices and other sounds around you seem to be muffled, then there’s a strong chance that it may be due to an overaccumulation of earwax. Left untreated, a buildup of earwax can cause a variety of negative health conditions, like temporary or sudden hearing loss, feelings of fullness in your ear, dizziness, headaches, balance issues, infections, and ear pain.
Earwax Management Appointment
$75
Ages 6 years and older
Our earwax management service begins with a professional, comprehensive assessment by one of our hearing experts to evaluate your ear health and determine the best method for safe and effective wax removal, and includes:
Otoscopy to observe earwax, infections, abrasions, growths, perforations of
the eardrum, or other obvious disorders
Removal of earwax (if applicable) via curette, suction, and/or irrigation
Complimentary hearing assessment if no wax is present
Safe In-Office Earwax Removal
Removal is usually a simple, in-office procedure that can be safely performed in a few minutes by our earwax removal experts at Arnold Hearing Centres using state-of-the-art equipment and specialized training to ensure you’re hearing better and keep your ears healthy.
The most common method we use is ear irrigation. This safe and comfortable procedure gently flushes the ear canal with a warm water solution to loosen and remove built-up wax. We may also use gentle suction with a small vacuum-like device when needed. Both methods are quick, effective, and performed by trained professionals to ensure your comfort and safety throughout the process.
A less common method makes use of a curette and suction to gently scrape and remove earwax blockage from your ear canal. With this method, we can see what we are doing and are specially trained to use this technique without causing damage to your ears.
Symptoms Of Earwax Buildup
Earwax typically clears itself from your ears when you chew or talk, but it can accumulate and cause blockage and irritation, producing symptoms like:
Earaches or itching
Earaches or itching can come from several sources, including wax buildup or irritation in the ear canal. We can assess whether wax is part of the problem and let you know if the symptoms suggest a medical issue that should be checked by your doctor.
Tinnitus (unexplained ringing or noise in the ear)
If you hear ringing, buzzing, or hissing sounds that others don’t, you may have tinnitus. While there’s no single cure, specialized treatments can help manage symptoms and improve your quality of life.
Conductive hearing loss
Conductive hearing loss occurs when something blocks sound from moving through the ear, often due to wax. We can assess whether wax is contributing to the problem and identify when the signs point to something that should be checked by a physician. If medical follow-up is needed, we’ll guide you in the right direction.
Excessive eardrum pressure
Feeling pressure in your ears? This could be due to sinus issues, air travel, or Eustachian tube dysfunction. Proper care can help restore balance and relieve discomfort.
