- CarePoint Pharmacy, Calderbank
Ear Wax Removal
Overview
At CarePoint Pharmacy in Airdrie, we offer professional ear microsuction services to help you maintain optimal ear health. Whether you’re dealing with a build-up of earwax, experiencing discomfort, or noticing a reduction in hearing, our ear microsuction service provides a safe, effective, and gentle solution.
What Is Ear Microsuction?
Ear microsuction is a modern, clinically proven method for removing excess earwax and debris from the ear canal. Unlike traditional methods such as ear syringing, microsuction uses a specialised suction device and a digital otoscope to carefully remove earwax without the use of water. This technique is precise, comfortable, and minimises the risk of infection or damage to the ear.
Why Choose Ear Microsuction?
- Safe and Effective: Microsuction is one of the safest ways to remove earwax, especially for those with sensitive ears or perforated eardrums.
- Comfortable: The procedure is quick and typically painless, making it a preferred choice for many patients.
- Immediate Results: Most patients experience immediate relief from symptoms like blocked ears, improved hearing, and reduced discomfort after the procedure.
- No Water Used: Unlike ear syringing, microsuction doesn’t involve flushing the ear with water, reducing the risk of infection.
Our Pricing
At CarePoint Pharmacy, we believe in providing high-quality care at transparent and affordable prices.
Initial Consultation and Microsuction (Both Ears): £55
This fee covers two appointments, ensuring your ears are thoroughly cleaned and monitored for any further issues.
Subsequent Appointments: £20
If you require additional treatment or follow-up care after your initial two appointments, we offer these at a reduced rate.
What to Expect During Your Visit
When you visit CarePoint Pharmacy for ear microsuction, you can expect a thorough and professional service:
Consultation: We’ll start with a consultation to assess your symptoms and determine the best course of action. Our trained professionals will explain the procedure and answer any questions you may have. This will then be followed by a detailed digital otoscope examination and ear health check.
Procedure: During the microsuction, you’ll be seated comfortably while the pharmacist uses a microscope and a gentle suction device to remove any excess wax or debris. The procedure is typically completed within 15-30 minutes.
Aftercare: After the procedure, we’ll provide you with aftercare advice to keep your ears healthy and free from future issues. If a follow-up appointment is needed, we’ll schedule it at your convenience.
What To Expect
- Duration of Procedure: 15 to 30 minutes.
- Type of Appointment: Pre-booking only
- Complications: Minimal. Minor tinnitus after procedure due to noise of suction machine, some minor irritation of the canal if hard wax is removed in the process of suction.
Your Treatment Pathway
At CarePoint Pharmacy, we try to make sure your treatment pathway for ear microsuction is as simple as possible.
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Preparation
For ease of wax removal, prepare your ears with olive oil ear drops (or preferably olive oil ear spray) for around 5 days prior to the procedure
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Book an Appointment
Book an appointment online or give the pharmacy a call to arrange a time suitable for you to attend for microsuction
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Microsuction Procedure
Our trained clinicians will undertake the microsuction procedure if it it suitable for you
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After Care Advice & Follow Up
Our clinician will give you any relevant after care advice and advise if you need to attend for a second follow up appointment
FAQ: Ear Wax Removal via Microsuction
Typically, the procedure lasts around 15 to 30 minutes. If it will take longer than this, our clinician will normally advise a second appointment to remove the wax to avoid any potential irritation to the ear with prolonged suction.
Ear wax is a normal component of a healthy ear. It is produced by glands inside the ear and helps to clean and protect the ear canal and middle and inner part of the ears. Ear wax is only problematic if it starts to build up and affect your hearing, cause you pain or discomfort.
Ears are self-cleaning! We do not recommend using anything to clean the ear as this can actually worsen wax impaction and cause more issues that it helps to resolve! If you feel your ears are filled with wax, book an appointment with CarePoint Pharmacy and we will assess this for you and advise of the best steps to resolve it.
Microsuction is safe for the vast majority of people. You may not be suitable for microsuction if you have an active infection in your ear, if you have a perforation in your ear drum or if you have had previous surgery on your ear. Be sure to let our clinician know about any prior ear-related issues you have had at your appointment and they will determine your suitability for microsuction.
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