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Assessment via Otoscope
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via Microsuction
Initial discussion
Pre treatment assessment
Microsuction to one ear
Post treatment assessment
Digital images / photos if required
Referral to specialists if required
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via Microsuction
Initial discussion
Pre treatment assessment
Microsuction to both ears
Post treatment assessment
Digital images / photos if required
Referral to specialists if required
Unsure whether you have earwax?
A gradual or sudden reduction in hearing can occur when earwax blocks the ear canal.
New ringing / buzzing or other noises in the ear may occur. If you already suffer with tinnitus your symptoms may worsen.
Earwax impaction may cause discomfort or pain in the ear in the form of earache. A sudden episode of this without fever is common.
In some cases, earwax blockage can affect the inner ear, leading to balance issues.
Earwax blockage can cause irritation and itching in the ear canal. If you suffer with this already, your symptoms will worsen.
The feeling that your ear is plugged or full is a common. You may also feel like your ear is full of water.
Oil Your Ears
Learn how to prepare your ears perfectly before treatment.
You maybe tempted or advised to use other products such as Sodium Bicarbonate or OTEX Express. However, these products break the earwax down too much causing ear canal and ear drum smearing. This is extremely hard to remove. If you stick with Olive Oil we can guarantee we will remove all your earwax. Read more about it on our dedicated blog post.
Everyone is different when it comes to earwax texture. Some require oiling and others don't. Unless we have stated otherwise, please oil your ears for 3 - 5 days before your appointment. This will help to soften your earwax perfectly.
This might sound trivial but by massaging your ears at the front and back simultaneously helps to move the earwax off your ear canal. This helps to reduce risk of discomfort when the earwax is removed.
Depending on your day to day activities you can choose to oil in the morning or before you go to bed. For those that wear hearing aids during the day it is recommended to oil in the evening before bed.
Microsuction is safe and effective for anyone aged 14 - 18 years old. We're proud to be one of an only a few companies that offer earwax removal treatment for teenagers. We have a proven track record of safety and are often recommended by GP surgeries.
Unfortunately we're not able to treat anyone under this age range. In most cases of excessive earwax build up in children and teenagers, a conservative method of management is often recommended i.e extended period of treatment with ear drops. However, we understand that this doesn't always work. If you have tried this but are still suffering from earwax build up, then please get in touch and we will be happy to help.
Our three earwax removal clinics are conveniently located around Bristol to provide access to professional and prompt care. Offering weekly appointments on 4 days of the week, we're proud to provide a vast amount of appointments to our clients.
Based in Kingswood, Bedminster and Winterbourne our clinics are highly rated and respected and come with the most up-to-date treatment methods.
Earwax is a naturally accruing product made by our ears. It is designed to help moisturise our ears and protect them from dust, germs, irritation and other foreign objects. For the majority of people we are able to keep our ears clean without any assistance. Earwax travels through our ears naturally until it reaches the outside.
Unfortunately some people have issues with excessive earwax build up or it may get stuck due to the anatomy of their ears. This leads to earwax blockage and the need to have it professionally removed. You can read more about the common signs and symptoms below.
At Bristol Ear Health we use the gold standard and recommended treatment for earwax removal. Microsuction is safe, painfree and effective way to remove earwax. Our team use a suction device to safely loosen and remove the earwax. After successful treatment we will perform an examination of your ears to check everything looks okay.
Unlike ear syringing, where water is injected into the ear canal, microsuction is quicker and has much less risks involved.
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All our clinics accept card payments. We can take payments from all major banks except American Express.
For home visits we have a portable care reader or we can invoice you following treatment.
If you have custom fit earplugs made you will be invoiced before and can make payment via BACS.
Unfortunately we do not accept cheques or telephone payments.
We're able to see anyone over the age of 14 years old. Unfortunately we cannot see anyone any younger.
Yes, all our ear clinics have parking available.
Earwax removal is a process of cleaning our ears of excessive earwax that has built up in our ear canals. There are a number of different methods used to try and do this including the preferred method of microsuction, ear syringing / irrigation or manual removal. Some people can also remove their earwax blockage by using over-the-counter ear drops.
See our earwax removal page for more information.
Microsuction is a professional earwax removal technique where a professional uses a specialised microscope and a medical suction device to carefully vacuum out earwax. Unlikely ear syringing where water is injected into the ear canal creating unnecessary risk of injury and hearing damage. Microsuction is safe, effective and painfree. It is the only treatment technique we use at Bristol Ear Health and is the national recommended method of earwax extraction.
Read more on our earwax removal page.
Prior to your appointment we will review your symptoms and consent form to make sure microsuction is suitable for you. When you arrive, you will be welcomed by our staff. We will start with an assessment of your ears. Depending on what we find, we will either proceed with treatment or review any findings. Treatment takes approximately 15-20 mins for most people. Following treatment we will review your ears again and assess your ear drums for any issues. If we find something we don't like the look of we will provide you a referral letter and digital imagery to share with your NHS GP.
Our clinic based earwax removal costs are as follows;
Earwax removal to one ear = £45
Earwax removal to both ears = £65
Consultation only / No earwax found = £25
Visit our earwax removal page to find out more.
Yes, we offer home visits for the Bristol, Bath and surrounding areas. There is no restrictions on the places we can visits. If you live at home or within a care / residential home we're more than happy to come and visit you. Our treatment costs are the same but we do charge an additional "call out fee" based on your home address. Please visit our dedicated Home Visit page to find out more and submit a request.
We currently run three Bristol based clinics every week. Providing plenty of appointments. Our clinics locations are;
Kingswood Health Centre: Monday & Thursday, 0900 - 1630.
Bedminster: Friday, 0900 - 1700.
Winterbourne: Wednesday & Friday, 0900 - 1630.
Our treatment times are as follows;
Earwax removal (including 14-18 year olds) = 30 minutes.
Custom fit earplugs = 45 minutes.
Home visits = 45 mins - 1hr.
Our Services
Designed around the precise anatomy of your own ear canals. Custom fit earplugs play a vital role in the ultimate hearing protection across a variety of industries and environments.
Our home visits are designed for those that prefer treatment in the comfort of their own home. We can visits anywhere in the Bristol, Bath and surrounding areas. Accessible to those living in private homes aswell as care or residential homes. Our mobile earwax removal treatments are hugely popular.
If you're struggling with sudden or repeated hearing changes, then earwax is likely to be the cause. Our treatment via microsuction is the preferred method of earwax extraction. Providing a quick, safe and pain free solution.