Which Type of Ear Wax Removal Is Best for You?

If you’re searching for safe ear wax removal in Wigan, it can be hard to know who to trust. Some places offer wax removal using water or basic tools – but did you know there are three main professional methods of wax removal, and not everyone is trained in all of them?

 

At Wigan Hearing, we offer microsuction, irrigation, and manual extraction – and we’re fully qualified to use the right method for your ears, not just what’s easiest or available.

 


The Three Main Ear Wax Removal Techniques – Explained

 

1. Microsuction – The Gold Standard

 

Microsuction is the safest and most effective method of ear wax removal available. It uses a small medical suction device (like a gentle vacuum) to extract wax under direct vision, usually through a microscope or video otoscope.

Ideal for:

  • Patients with narrow or sensitive ear canals

  • Those with perforated eardrums

  • Hearing aid users

  • People who’ve had problems with water-based methods

 

At Wigan Hearing, we use high-definition video otoscopy, so you can see inside your ears before and after the procedure.

 


 

Irrigation – Modern, Controlled Water Flushing

 

Irrigation involves flushing the ear canal with warm, pressurised water using an electronic irrigation system. It’s far gentler than the old-style syringing used in GP practices.

 

Ideal for:

  • Soft or moist wax

  • Those who are not suitable for suction

 

We always check your ears first to ensure this method is safe – something not all providers do.

 


 

Manual Extraction – Precision with Specialist Tools

 

Manual removal involves using fine instruments like loops, forceps, or hooks to gently extract wax from the ear canal. It requires advanced skill and a clear view of the canal.

 

Ideal for:

  • Dry, hard, or crusty wax

  • Wax close to the entrance of the ear

  • Patients who can’t tolerate suction or water

 

At Wigan Hearing, we’re trained in all three methods – so we can tailor your treatment, not just offer a one-size-fits-all approach.

 


 

Why You Shouldn’t Trust Just Anyone with Your Ears

 

Many ear wax removal services are now offered by nurses, beauticians, and non-audiology-trained staff with limited equipment and no ability to adapt if the wax is stubborn or complicated.

Here’s the difference with Wigan Hearing:

 

Fully qualified audiologists (HCPC-registered)

All three methods available – suction, irrigation, and manual

Advanced ear diagnostics including free tympanometry

Medical-grade video otoscopy so you can see the results

Clinic-based service – not mobile or makeshift


 

Why Tympanometry Matters – And Why No One Else in Wigan Offers It

 

At Wigan Hearing, we’re proud to be the only clinic in Wigan offering free tympanometry as part of our wax removal service.

 

Tympanometry is a painless test that checks how well your middle ear is functioning. It helps us identify:

  • Fluid behind the eardrum

  • Eustachian tube dysfunction

  • Perforated eardrums

  • Negative middle ear pressure (often mistaken for wax)

 

Even if we remove wax successfully, you may still have symptoms if there’s a hidden middle ear issue. This is why tympanometry is so important – and why you won’t get this level of care from nurses or mobile services.

 


 

Real Patient Story

 

“I’d had wax removed by my GP nurse before, but it kept coming back. At Wigan Hearing, they explained everything, showed me the inside of my ear on a screen, and used suction and tympanometry to check everything was healthy. I can hear perfectly now and feel confident knowing I’m in safe hands.”
– Linda, Standish

 


 

Why Choose Wigan Hearing?

 

✅ Qualified audiologists – BSc, FdSc, HCPC, BSHAA registered
✅ All wax removal methods available
✅ Free tympanometry & advanced diagnostics
✅ Over 150 five-star reviews
✅ Family-run, local & independent
✅ Easy parking & fast appointments
✅ Serving Wigan, Standish, Chorley, Leigh, Skelmersdale & more


 

Book Today – Feel the Difference Instantly

Blocked ears? Struggling to hear clearly? Don’t risk your ears with unqualified providers.

Call 01257 444044 or book online now and trust Wigan Hearing – Wigan’s most advanced ear care clinic.

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