Ear wax removal in Cardiff
Struggling with blocked ears, hearing loss or a ringing or buzzing in your ears? It could be caused by built up earwax! Our ear wax Cardiff clinic will check both ears for free. If your symptoms are caused by excessive ear wax, then our highly trained pharmacists can perform ear wax microsuction for wax removal from your ears. Moreover, our ear wax microsuction is a safe and effective method of ear wax removal, and it typically takes 15-30 minutes.
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Ear Wax Removal Cost
| Wax Check Both Ears | FREE |
| One Ear | £60 |
| Two Ears | £80 |
Our modern microsuction tools
Our pharmacists have been trained specifically by ENT professionals and audiologists. They can provide Gold-standard microsuction ear wax removal using cutting-edge technology. Our microsuction system is a quick, safe, and painless treatment because it gently suctions wax from the ear. It’s safer than other methods of removal, such as ear wax irrigation, which uses water and can increase the risk of infections or damage to the ear.
Microsuction is a dry technique; therefore, no water or moisture is added to the ear canal. Our microsuction device includes a digital otoscope and a suction machine. The digital otoscope allows our pharmacists to get a clearer view of your ear canal, thereby improving the accuracy of the examination. As a result, this helps to guarantee ear wax removal that’s thorough and effective. We also have the ability to record videos and take pictures. If you like, we can show you these images and talk you through your ear health and wax build-up using the pictures. After the ear wax microsuction is finished, we can show you the before and after images of the wax.
Ear wax symptoms
Some signs of ear wax build up are:
- Trouble hearing others
- Annoying ear aches
- Ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
- Sore or itchy ears
- You have a ‘whistle’ sound from your hearing aid
If you’re not sure whether your symptoms are caused by ear wax, you can book for a free ear wax check . This is done quickly and takes less than 5 minutes. Our pharmacists can also treat ear infections in-store, so if your symptoms are caused by an infection rather than ear wax build-up then we can provide treatments for this instead.
Does microsuction have side effects?
Microsuction is a very safe method of wax removal; however, one common side effect is that it may make you cough. A less common side effect is an uncomfortable feeling in the ear during the procedure. You can minimise these side effects by applying Olive Oil ear drops to your ear(s) for 3-5 days before the microsuction. The Olive Oil helps to soften the wax and make it easier to remove. If you have any questions, please ask the pharmacist at your appointment.
How long does ear wax removal take?
Using our modern microsuction technique, our ear wax removal appointments only take between 15-25 minutes. This depends on several factors: whether one or both ears are affected, the amount of wax to be removed, your ear health history, and what type of wax you have.
Some people will have a build-up of soft wax which is quick to remove via microsuction. Other people may have a harder build-up which has been blocking the ear canal for many months or years. Sometimes, the harder wax can take longer to remove but even in the most difficult cases this still only takes 30 minutes.
Is ear wax removal available on the NHS in Wales?
NHS ear wax removal is available in Wales; however, the waiting lists are very long for ear wax removal in Cardiff and the surrounding areas. Speak to your GP to discuss this with them and to see if they can refer you to the waiting list.
Does the GP remove ear wax?
GP surgeries have provided ear wax removal in the past – usually with water irrigation techniques. This used to be the best way to get free ear wax removal in Cardiff. However, in recent years most GP surgeries have stopped providing this service. Contact your GP to see if they provide this service – if not then you can book in for a free wax check at our local pharmacy.
How much does it cost to remove wax from the ear?
In fact, we can check your ears for wax for free! We provide our Gold-standard ear wax microsuction removal from just £60. In addition, you can also book for a hearing check for £20. It used to be possible to have free ear wax removal NHS wales via your GP but this is not being funded by the NHS currently.
Can a pharmacist clear ear wax?
Our experienced pharmacists have been trained by ENT professionals and audiologists to provide expert wax removal using microsuction. You can now visit our local pharmacy for earwax suction removal at our local ear wax clinic; additionally, our team is here to answer any questions you may have.
Book your microsuction today!
If you’re someone who has been wondering ‘is there somewhere for earwax removal near me?’, then look no further, as we are here to help. You can contact us for more information or alternativelybook an appointment with our pharmacist today for quick and safe ear cleaning in Cardiff!
Phone: 02920 777026 Email: info@wellnesscardiff.co.uk
Hywel graduated from Cardiff university in 2016. He has over 4 years of experience in prescribing weight loss treatments and has helped countless patients through their weight loss journey. He also has experience prescribing for minor ailments, as well as providing travel vaccinations and ear wax microsuction.
GPhC Registration: 2215744
