Microsuction both ears with the ENT Consultant
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Microsuction is the gold standard for ear wax removal. Historically many practices would have syringed the ear also known as syringing. However, it is now recognised that blindly penetrating the ear with water at high pressure is more likely to result in trauma and damage to the ear.
To help improve the efficiency of your appointment, we ask ALL prospective patients to complete the consent form below. Please bring this form with you.
Professional Microsuction Ear Wax Removals in Birmingham
Ear wax is a common irritant that can affect your hearing and occasionally give you discomfort. Our ENT Surgeons perform microsuction ear wax removal with the use of an operating microscope in our treatment rooms.
Cotton buds are not designed for dewaxing your ears. However, people will often use them and, as a result, push wax further down the ear canal. Instead of risking damage to your ear, we can offer ear microsuction performed by a fully GMC-accredited Consultant ENT Surgeon.
Unlike ear syringing or ear irrigation, where ear wax is flushed out ‘blindly’, with microscopic and microsuction ear wax removal, the ear wax is directly visualised under the microscope whilst it is being removed. This makes the procedure much quicker, safer and more comfortable for the patient.
Compare Us To The NHS ENT Waiting Times!
View the official NHS waiting times for ENT services.
- View Official Waiting Times University Hospitals Birmingham
How does Ear Wax Microsuction work?
The microscope is used to directly visualise the ear wax whilst it is being removed. Microscopic and microsuction ear wax removal typically takes between 15 to 30 minutes to perform. This can vary depending on the amount and type of ear wax, how deep the ear wax is inside the ear canal, and whether you are having one or both ears treated. It is performed with you laying down on a bed with your head tilted to the side so that the ear with ear wax can be accessed.
Having a Consultant ENT surgeon performing this procedure also allows for an examination of the eardrum and diagnosis of other conditions that may be affecting the ear such as Cholesteotoma.
Ear Wax Removal for Children
Here, at Midland Health, we are one of the few services in the West Midlands that offer ear dewaxing/microsuction for children.
Cleaning hard earwax from your child’s ear can be difficult. Some people try removing earwax at home, using natural remedies, such as over-the-counter medicine or oils that soften the earwax and make it easier to take out.
However, children’s ears are small and sensitive. Introducing anything in your child’s ear, including cotton buds could cause serious damage, such as infection, sensitivity and even perforated eardrums.
Therefore, it is always recommended to consult with a doctor if you have concerns about hard earwax in your child’s ear. With the earwax removal for children service at Midland Health, you are guaranteed peace of mind, knowing that a consultant ENT surgeon will perform the procedure.
Symptoms of Earwax Build-Up
Earwax is normal in both adults and children. Sometimes, however, excess earwax builds up and, if it is left untreated, it can cause a range of symptoms, including:
- Pain in your ear
- Itching due to dryness in the ear
- Discomfort caused by hard earwax blockage
- Hearing loss due to complete blockage of the ear canal
- Dizziness, loss of balance
- An ear infection
- Tinnitus (ringing in your ears)
If you or anyone in your family experiences one or more of these symptoms, get in touch with Midland Health to consult with an ENT specialist in Birmingham or Northampton.
Get in touch with our team if you want to book an appointment with our experts. Based in the centre of Birmingham, our clinic specialises in ear wax removals and other related issues.
Meet Our Team of ENT Surgeons
Our ENT surgeons perform ear wax microsuction procedures at our Birmingham clinic. They all have decades of combined experience working in some of the most well-renowned hospitals on the planet and are highly trained to offer you superior care. All our staff are available to make you feel comfortable and provide medical expertise and assistance.
Discover our profiles to learn about our specialisms:
Mr Amit Parmar
Having graduated from St Bartholomew’s and Royal London School of Medicine with distinctions, trained in Great Ormond St Hospital and Melbourne Eye and Ear Hospital and won awards like the Wolfson Fellowship and Henry Silverman ENT prize, Mr Parmar is a highly-experienced adult and paediatric ENT Consultant and Surgeon.
Mr Jonathan Fussey
Mr Fussey graduated from Birmingham Medical School with honours before being awarded a Doctor of Medicine for his research, and working as a Senior Clinical Fellow at the Sydney Head and Neck Cancer Institute. He is a specialist adult ENT consultant treating throat and swallowing complaints, thyroid and salivary gland problems, general ENT issues, head and neck lumps, dizziness and voice changes.
Mr Shahz Ahmed
Shahz Ahmed is an NHS Consultant Rhinologist and Skull Base Surgeon, practising at University Hospitals Birmingham, University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire, and Birmingham Children's Hospital. He specialises in complex nasal surgery, including nasal and skull base malignancy, and has established specialised clinics for Chronic Facial Pain, Allergy, vasculitis, and Hereditary Haemorrhagic Telangiectasia. His research focuses on endoscopic skull base surgery, cone beam CT sinus imaging, and pituitary surgery outcomes. He is actively training senior surgical trainees, organising sinus and skull base surgery courses, and extensively publishing medical literature. Additionally, he holds national positions in medical societies and senior NHS management roles, currently serving as Deputy Medical Director at University Hospitals Birmingham.
Ear Wax Microsuction
Microsuction is the gold standard for ear wax removal. Historically many practices would have syringed the ear also known as syringing. However, it is now recognised that blindly penetrating the ear with water at high pressure is more likely to result in trauma and damage to the ear.
To help improve the efficiency of your appointment, we ask ALL prospective patients to complete the consent form below. Please bring this form with you.
Professional Microsuction Ear Wax Removals in Birmingham
Ear wax is a common irritant that can affect your hearing and occasionally give you discomfort. Our ENT Surgeons perform microsuction ear wax removal with the use of an operating microscope in our treatment rooms.
Cotton buds are not designed for dewaxing your ears. However, people will often use them and, as a result, push wax further down the ear canal. Instead of risking damage to your ear, we can offer ear microsuction performed by a fully GMC-accredited Consultant ENT Surgeon.
Unlike ear syringing or ear irrigation, where ear wax is flushed out ‘blindly’, with microscopic and microsuction ear wax removal, the ear wax is directly visualised under the microscope whilst it is being removed. This makes the procedure much quicker, safer and more comfortable for the patient.
Compare Us To The NHS ENT Waiting Times!
View the official NHS waiting times for ENT services.
- View Official Waiting Times University Hospitals Birmingham
How does Ear Wax Microsuction work?
The microscope is used to directly visualise the ear wax whilst it is being removed. Microscopic and microsuction ear wax removal typically takes between 15 to 30 minutes to perform. This can vary depending on the amount and type of ear wax, how deep the ear wax is inside the ear canal, and whether you are having one or both ears treated. It is performed with you laying down on a bed with your head tilted to the side so that the ear with ear wax can be accessed.
Having a Consultant ENT surgeon performing this procedure also allows for an examination of the eardrum and diagnosis of other conditions that may be affecting the ear such as Cholesteotoma.
Ear Wax Removal for Children
Here, at Midland Health, we are one of the few services in the West Midlands that offer ear dewaxing/microsuction for children.
Cleaning hard earwax from your child’s ear can be difficult. Some people try removing earwax at home, using natural remedies, such as over-the-counter medicine or oils that soften the earwax and make it easier to take out.
However, children’s ears are small and sensitive. Introducing anything in your child’s ear, including cotton buds could cause serious damage, such as infection, sensitivity and even perforated eardrums.
Therefore, it is always recommended to consult with a doctor if you have concerns about hard earwax in your child’s ear. With the earwax removal for children service at Midland Health, you are guaranteed peace of mind, knowing that a consultant ENT surgeon will perform the procedure.
Symptoms of Earwax Build-Up
Earwax is normal in both adults and children. Sometimes, however, excess earwax builds up and, if it is left untreated, it can cause a range of symptoms, including:
- Pain in your ear
- Itching due to dryness in the ear
- Discomfort caused by hard earwax blockage
- Hearing loss due to complete blockage of the ear canal
- Dizziness, loss of balance
- An ear infection
- Tinnitus (ringing in your ears)
If you or anyone in your family experiences one or more of these symptoms, get in touch with Midland Health to consult with an ENT specialist in Birmingham or Northampton.
Get in touch with our team if you want to book an appointment with our experts. Based in the centre of Birmingham, our clinic specialises in ear wax removals and other related issues.
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FAQ
Why do we have earwax?
Earwax is not a sign of bad hygiene. In fact, it plays a huge role in your ear health. Earwax is produced by your body as a self-cleaning mechanism and has water-proofing and germ-killing properties.
Why do earwax blockages happen?
There are different reasons for earwax build-up, including:
- Naturally producing more earwax than the average person.
- Having narrow or hairy ear canals.
- Getting older – earwax cleaning gets more difficult with age.
- Pushing ear wax further into the ear with foreign objects, such as cotton buds, fingers, earplugs and hearing aids.
How often should I remove earwax?
Ear canals have a way of self-cleaning. Skin in the ear canal gradually dries out and falls out of your ear on its own, removing the earwax along the way.
However, for people who experience earwax build-up and blockages, professional earwax removal should be done regularly. It is recommended to do it every six months.
If you have any symptoms, related to earwax buildup, you should contact an ENT immediately.
How to get rid of ear wax?
New, soft, gold-yellow earwax is healthy and shouldn’t need to be removed. Your ear canal will clean itself naturally.
However, if earwax becomes dry, hard and brown in colour, or if it causes any symptoms, it may need to be cleaned professionally.
At Midland Health, we provide an Ear Microsuction service, performed by a consultant ENT surgeon, fully-accredited by GMC.
Are there side effects to ear wax removal?
Microsuction is one of the safest ways to remove ear wax. No liquid is used during the procedure, which reduces the risk of infection.
During or immediately after the procedure, you may experience light side effects, such as dizziness, faintness or vertigo, but those are just temporary. In extremely rare cases, hearing loss or tinnitus may occur.
If you have any concerns or questions, our ear specialists, at Midland Health, will walk you through the procedure in more detail during your consultation.
What about home removal of ear wax?
Do not use cotton buds. They may cause serious damage to your ear.
Hard wax can be softened by using different types of oils, such as olive oil or almond oil.
If that doesn’t help, you may need to have a private earwax removal procedure done. If you live in the West Midlands, the team at Midland Health are your trusted local earwax removal specialists.
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