Earwax.co.uk

Earwax.co.uk, earwax removal specialists in the UK

Earwax.co.uk is a network of clinics dedicated to professional earwax removal, part of the Imperial Hearing Group. According to its own presentation, it has more than twenty clinics distributed across the South of England, the Midlands and Wales, staffed by specialist technicians trained in the safe removal of wax build-up.

Available treatments

The company offers three methods of earwax removal, selected after an initial consultation in which the technician assesses the level of build-up and explains the most suitable option for each patient's case:

• Manual extraction: performed with a long, thin instrument that carefully dislodges and removes the wax.
• Irrigation: the technician introduces warm water under pressure into the ear canal using an irrigator to flush out the wax.
• Microsuction: presented as the cleanest and safest method, as it does not require water to remove the earwax.

The service also includes paediatric care, although appointments for children cannot be booked online and must be arranged by phone or email.

Appointment process and preparation

Appointments can be booked through the online booking system, which allows you to find the nearest clinic and check availability. For same-day appointments, the company states that it is necessary to call by phone. Likewise, if the desired time or location does not appear, the user can contact by phone or email, as there may be availability not reflected on the website.

Before the appointment, it is recommended to oil the ears for three to five days beforehand to soften the wax and improve the effectiveness of the treatment.

Service prices

The cost of the service consists of a consultation fee of £25 and an additional charge of £50 for wax removal, both payable on the day of the appointment. This price applies regardless of the method used (microsuction, irrigation or manual extraction).

Duration and side effects

Each method takes between 5 and 20 minutes per ear, depending on the level of wax and its position. After the procedure, side effects are usually minimal: there may be discomfort or mild earache for up to 48 hours afterwards, as well as an altered hearing sensation (acute hearing or still blocked) that returns to normal. Mild unsteadiness or vertigo may also be felt, which normally resolves quickly. If pain, discharge or fever persists after a few days, the company recommends contacting them or consulting a doctor.

Signs of build-up and causes

Excessive earwax build-up can manifest as a feeling of blocked ear, muffled hearing, mild tinnitus or sudden hearing loss after swimming or showering. Among the most common causes, the company cites the use of cotton buds, a narrow or abnormally shaped ear canal, frequent use of earplugs and a naturally high production of wax. Earwax.co.uk advises against removal with cotton buds or direct jets of water, as these can push the wax towards the eardrum and damage the delicate lining of the ear. It also describes Hopi ear candles as an ineffective method.

Clinic network

The company operates more than twenty clinics across the South of England, the Midlands and Wales. Among the locations with confirmed presence are Bristol, Calne, Cheltenham, Chipping Sodbury, Christchurch, Cirencester, Clevedon, Droitwich, Gloucester, Kingsbridge, Leamington Spa, Malmesbury, Moreton in Marsh, Newton Abbot, Newport, Poole, Poundbury, Sturminster Newton, Swindon, Taunton, Tewkesbury, Totnes and Verwood.