At Fulham Palace Pharmacy, we understand how troublesome blocked or impacted earwax can be – from muffled hearing and discomfort to dizziness and tinnitus. Our expert, pharmacist-led Earwax Removal Service offers a safe, effective and convenient solution right here in the heart of Fulham. Read on to discover exactly how the process works and what you can expect when you visit us.
Before any procedure, you’ll enjoy a one-to-one consultation in our dedicated treatment room. Our pharmacist will:
- Review your symptoms: Tell us about any discomfort, hearing loss or itchiness.
- Check medical history: We’ll ask about ear infections, previous ear surgery or eardrum issues to ensure we select the safest method.
- Visual inspection: Using a state-of-the-art otoscope and magnification, we’ll examine your ear canal and identify the type and extent of wax build-up.
This initial assessment typically takes 10–15 minutes and helps us tailor the service to your individual needs.
Microsuction Technique
Microsuction is considered the safest and most precise method of earwax removal. Using a gentle, medical-grade vacuum device under continuous visual guidance via a magnifying headset, our pharmacist suctions out soft and hardened wax deposits without introducing water into the ear canal. As it is performed under direct vision, we avoid contact with the eardrum and minimise any discomfort, making it suitable for all ages.
The Procedure
Once your assessment is complete, the treatment itself takes just 15–20 minutes:
- Preparation: You’ll be comfortably seated, head tilted to expose the ear being treated.
- Visualisation: Our pharmacist dons a high-magnification headlight and gently inserts a speculum to open the ear canal.
- Suction: The microsuction probe is placed at the canal entrance, and fine vacuum pressure removes wax in small, controlled increments.
- Monitoring: We continuously check the canal via the headset to ensure precise removal.
- Completion: If needed, we repeat the process on the other ear, restoring clear sound and comfort.
