Earwax Removal in Taunton & Somerset
Earwax can be an innocuous issue that causes a feeling of blockage in the ear. However, it can also cause fatiguing symptoms such as hearing loss, vertigo, tinnitus, pain and infection.
In the UK, over 3 million people are estimated to experience problems with impacted earwax each year.
Book your earwax removal in Taunton today and experience professional, comfortable earwax removal and enjoy clearer hearing.
Private Earwax Removal in Somerset With Blackdown Hearing
We have seen in recent times that many GP surgeries in Somerset have begun removing this vital ear-cleaning treatment. At Blackdown Hearing, we know that ears and hearing aids benefit from regular earwax removal, which is our main reason for offering this popular treatment.
We are clinically trained in all aspects of earwax removal in our Taunton clinic, including:
Microsuction
Ear Syringing or Irrigation
Manual Extraction
This ensures we can use the correct procedure depending on your requirements.
Microsuction is our preferred method of earwax removal. In this procedure, your audiologist examines your ear using a powerful microscope. The microscope magnifies the ear, making it easier to assess and treat the ear. It also enables your audiologist to view the delicate structures within your ear canals to ensure the whole procedure is completed safely and without discomfort.
A finely calibrated suction device cleans the ear without introducing any materials or using water. The gentle suction device works similarly to a vacuum cleaner, and although it can be quite noisy, it is quick and painless.
Microsuction earwax removal is widely accepted by the majority of people, provides fast results, and can be significantly more effective than traditional earwax removal methods.
Syringing or irrigation is a more traditional method that uses water at body temperature gently ‘pulsed’ into the ear canal to remove earwax.
Manual extraction uses various fine, specially designed tools to remove the earwax safely. Your audiologist can see the ear canal through the magnified loupes as we complete this method.
Book your earwax removal appointment at Blackdown Hearing today and experience the difference clearer ears can make.
Earwax Removal Enquiry.
Simply fill in the form below, book online or call us on 01823 586777, and we will be happy to help.
Please note that we can only offer our earwax removal treatment to those aged 18 or over.
“From my initial enquiry to the treatment itself, Blackdown Hearing provided an exemplary service. What I particularly appreciated was the caring, personal approach in which everything was explained clearly at each stage. A first-rate experience and one I shall certainly recommend.”
Mike, Taunton. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Qualified to Help
At Blackdown Hearing, your trust and hearing health are our highest priorities. We believe that exceptional earwax removal must be delivered by fully qualified and regulated professionals.
Our audiologist is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council and the British Society of Hearing Aid Audiologists.
This dedication to professional excellence is your guarantee. It means you will always receive independent, impartial, and expert advice on all aspects of your hearing care
ENT-Grade Equipment for Safe, Effective Earwax Removal
As qualified clinical ear care practitioners, we have invested in the best clinical equipment available to ensure you receive the highest level of effective care during your ear cleaning treatment in Somerset. We use the Vorotek O Scope, which delivers the optical benefits of an ENT operating microscope with the convenience of being head-worn and fully portable. We use this in combination with the SAM 12 MS (Electric Microsuction Unit), which is a hospital quality surgical suction unit established as among the most widely used suction units in the medical world today.
£75 for One or Both Ears
*Before your earwax removal appointment, we advise using a wax softener such as Earol for 7 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
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We understand how uncomfortable that can be. We'll do our best to see you within a few days, sometimes sooner. Our clinic near Taunton offers safe, effective earwax removal using methods like microsuction, irrigation, or manual extraction, depending on what's best for you. People are often amazed by the instant clarity they experience afterwards.
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Microsuction is a dry, precision-based procedure that uses a small suction device to gently clear the wax while we watch under magnification. It's quick, clean, and most people feel immediate relief. It often feels like someone flicked the sound back on, clear, instant relief for your ears.
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It depends on how your ears naturally produce wax. Some people only need it once in a while; others benefit from occasional check-ins. We'll give you personalised advice based on what we see.
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Yes, we recommend using olive oil or ear drops from the pharmacy twice daily for up to a week before your visit. This helps soften the wax, making removal easier and more comfortable.
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Our fees are listed here. The price includes a full check of both ears, your earwax removal treatment, and expert care from start to finish. No extras, just safe, effective relief. The clarity many people get back makes it a worthwhile investment in your comfort and wellbeing.
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We offer microsuction, manual removal, and irrigation, depending on what's most suitable for your ears. We will assess your ear health and recommend the safest and most effective method for you. Whatever approach we use, your comfort and hearing clarity come first.
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With us, there's no long wait, no rushed appointment, and no uncertainty. You'll get seen quickly, by the same audiologist each time, using the method that's right for you. It's fast, thorough and tailored to your needs, and many people find it a more reassuring and personalised experience.