Irrigation is required when the ear has occluding or troublesome wax, debris or excessive skin making it difficult to remove with microsuction. Your medical history may indicate ear irrigation is not suitable for you but this will be discussed/explained during the consultation.

Irrigation should not be painful.

The process is gentle and safe but there might be some mild discomfort this will be explained on the appointment.

Our clinicians will allow extra time when needed and check your comfort throughout.

Yes, when performed correctly and by properly trained wax removal specialists.

The clinician will check your suitability prior to the procedure and consider all the risk factors.

If you have a current ear drum perforation or have had ear surgery in the past, irrigation is not recommended. Please discuss this with the clinician prior to treatment.

At our mobile clinic we are performing ear wax removal for all individuals over the age of 18.

If you suspect your child has troublesome ear wax, please speak to your GP for further advice.

The length of the treatment will depend on the blockage and the consistency of the wax.

We allow up to 45 minutes in our schedule.

Our clinicians will allow extra time when needed and check your comfort throughout.

Ear wax can build up at any rate.

Providing there are no underlying issues, it is safe to remove excessive ear wax as often as needed.

For those patients who have a predisposition to produce excessive ear wax, irrigation could be indicated every 3-6 months. Other patients who produce a regular amount of ear wax, may only need it every 12-18 months.

If you have an infection, discharge or any relevant symptoms then irrigation is not recommend for ear wax removal. In this case we would advise to discuss your symptoms with your GP.

With irrigation it is advisable to use medicated olive oil drops about 3-5 days before appointment. This will allow the wax to soften, making irrigation more effective. If you have any concerns on which drops to use please contact us.

The wax gets reproduced by the ear/ear canal and this is a natural occurrence. Some individuals produce more than others.

If no wax is found then the fee is £35 for attending the appointment and for the consultation.

If the wax can’t be safely removed with microsuction or irrigation, we might advise using medicated olive oil drops for one week before we come back for a follow up appointment. Follow up appointment fee is £35 instead of £69.