At Leightons, we provide a comprehensive ear wax removal service, delivered by our trained hearing care team at any of our branches across the South of England. Our professionals offer gentle, precise, and personalised service using advanced techniques for ear wax build-up. The consultation fee is a flat charge of £70, covering the removal of wax from one or both ears.
To schedule your wax removal appointment, you can book online, call us on 0800 40 20 20, or contact your local branch. Our friendly team is available to assist you at every step, ensuring a smooth booking process and finding a convenient time slot for you.
Please note that we may be unable to treat you if you are on a blood thinner.
During your appointment, our specialists will assess your ears and medical history, then recommend the best removal method according to your needs.
They will use a video camera to provide you with a clear view inside your ear. This allows you to see the "before" and "after" effects of wax removal.
As part of our commitment to your overall hearing health, you will also receive a free quick hearing test during your appointment.
To ensure a comfortable ear wax removal experience, we recommend using a medicated olive oil spray such as Earol daily for 5 days prior to your appointment. This helps soften the wax, making it easier to remove during your visit. You can find ear wax softening sprays at your local pharmacy or healthcare store.
However, if you've been advised against using oil or ear drops by another health professional, or if you have a known or suspected perforation of the eardrum, please refrain from doing so.
Following your ear wax removal appointment, you may experience improved hearing and relief from any discomfort caused by excessive wax build-up. Our team will provide you with any necessary aftercare instructions and recommendations to help maintain healthy ears.
Our comprehensive ear wax removal consultation costs £70. Please note, this includes a £25 non-refundable consultation fee.
We take your hearing and ear health seriously, so our wax removal consultation includes a quick hearing test, detailed history, and time for you to ask any questions you might have. We employ the latest techniques, including video otoscopy, and will advise regarding the best options for wax removal for you.
Ear wax (or cerumen) is a natural product produced by your ears. It is made up of three main components:
Ear wax forms an important part of the ear’s natural defence system because it has certain antibacterial agents which help to prevent infections. As it is sticky and moist, it not only helps to moisturise the skin in your ears but also helps to trap foreign bodies and dust. Ear wax slowly works its way out of your ear, making our ears self-cleaning!
A little ear wax is perfectly normal and healthy. However, occasionally ear wax can block your ears. This usually occurs when it has been pushed into the ear canal by a person attempting to remove it themselves. Commonly this is done by cotton buds, hairpins, paper clips or other items people use to try and remove wax.
The most recognisable symptoms of excessive ear wax are:
Ear wax should only ever be removed by a fully-trained professional. The ear is an incredibly sensitive organ and the slightest slip can cause long-term damage, so attempting to remove it yourself is not recommended.
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