About 'The Ear Cleaner'
Experienced Medical Professional
Hey there! I'm Alexandra, The Ear Cleaner!
As a registered nurse with over 7 years of experience, I provide a mobile ear-cleaning service using microsuction. I come to you, whether it's at your home or at a care facility, to provide safe and gentle ear wax removal.
I have been trained by TympaHealth, which are officially accredited by ENT UK, The British Society of Audiology (BSA), and the British Society of Hearing Aid Audiologists (BSHAA).
I use the Tympa system which is the world's first all-in-one ear and hearing healthcare assessment device. The Tympa allows me to perform a high-definition digital otoscopy (HD images and video which can be quickly and easily shared, via a professional PDF, with ENT surgeons, audiologists or GPs, should the patient need onward specialist treatment), and microsuction wax removal all in a single 30-minute appointment.
My compassionate and patient-centred approach means that you can trust me to provide the highest quality of care. I'm passionate about promoting ear health and preventing complications from earwax buildup, so you can enjoy the benefits of clearer hearing.
Book an appointment with me today and experience the convenience of my mobile ear-cleaning service!
Common Symptoms of Earwax build-up
Earache
A build-up of earwax or an object stuck inside the ear can sometimes cause earache. Earache can be a sharp, dull or burning ear pain that comes and goes or is constant. One or both ears may be affected.
If something in your ear seems to be causing pain, don't attempt to remove it yourself. You may push it further inside and you may damage the eardrum.
If you are prone to excessive ear wax build-up then microsuction ear wax removal may be the best solution.
Microsuction is the gold standard of wax removal and is considered safer than other methods such as irrigation.
Loss of hearing
- Difficulty hearing other people clearly and misunderstanding what they say.
- Asking people to repeat themselves.
- Listening to music or watching television with the volume turned up higher than other people require.
Itchiness in or around the ear
Wax is your body's way of cleaning dead skin cells and dirt out of your ears, but too much of it can make them itch. Don't be tempted to try to remove the buildup with a cotton swab.
Using a cotton swab like a plunger in the ear canal pushes ear wax deeper and deeper in. One problem is that if you push the wax deeper inside, there's no way for the wax to get swept out of the ear. Also, cotton swabs can cause punctured eardrums and hearing loss.
If you suffer from ears that are blocked by earwax, Earol Olive Oil Spray can help to soften ear wax. I recommend using Earol for about a week before your appointment as this can make it easier to remove any stubborn or impacted ear wax via microsuction.
Hearing Aids
People who wear a hearing aid may find that their ears become blocked more frequently and this may be because the hearing aid mould pushes the wax down the canal.
If sound passing through the ear canal is blocked by ear wax buildup or excess ear wax, it will bounce back into the hearing aid and cause a ringing or whistling noise.
Regular check-ups are recommended to ensure your hearing aids work as intended. I am able to provide a check-up of your ears and remove any ear wax build-up if required.
Services
What I offer
I'm dedicated to providing a safe and comfortable ear and hearing health check-up and microsuction ear wax removal experience.
I understand the importance of hearing and the impact that ear wax build-up can have on your quality of life. That's why I offer a convenient call-out service to your home or care facility, so you can enjoy the benefits of clearer hearing from the comfort of your surroundings.
My top priority is your satisfaction and well-being, so you can trust me to provide the best care for your ears.
Book an appointment today and experience the difference!
How much does it cost?
- Consultation fee if no ear wax removal is required - £30
- Consultation + microsuction ear wax removal from one or both ears - £70.
If ear wax cannot be removed fully in one visit and requires a follow-up appointment there will be no extra charge!