This examination is free of charge if wax is present and can be removed at the same visit.
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With many years of experience in primary healthcare, we understand the importance of clearing blocked ear wax—particularly before activities such as flying or diving, where pressure changes can cause discomfort or even pain. That said, you don’t need to be travelling to benefit from this service; we’re here to help whenever wax build-up becomes an issue.
Ear wax forms naturally in the ear canal to protect the ear by trapping dust, debris, and other particles. Normally, wax moves slowly toward the ear opening and is naturally expelled or washed away.
However, some people produce more wax than others, and as we age, ear wax tends to become drier and less able to exit the ear on its own.
Please note: Using cotton buds can push wax further into the ear canal and is not recommended.
At Jenhams Clinic, we offer a professional ear check and irrigation service to safely remove excess wax.
Irrigation involves gently flushing the ear canal with warm water using specialised equipment designed to reduce discomfort and ensure safety.
To prepare for this procedure, we recommend using olive oil drops (or a suitable alternative) in the affected ear(s) twice daily for 5–7 days prior to your appointment. This softens the wax and makes removal more effective and comfortable.
If you are planning to travel, we advise having your ears checked and irrigated at least one week before your departure.
According to NICE guidance (March 2021), electronic ear irrigation can be safely used for ear wax removal when carried out by trained and experienced practitioners—which is exactly what we offer at Jenhams Clinic.
Irrigation uses a pumped spray of water – normally pulsing at a controlled pressure.
For irrigation ear wax removal, we use a ‘Guardian ProJet’ irrigation unit as they offer good reliability and performance.
These devices exert a pulsing spray of water into the ear to flush out softer wax. The water should be warm.
Irrigation is perfectly safe if the clinician appropriately controls the water flow pressure and angle of spray. All of our clinicians have received specialised training in ear irrigation.
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Dorking,
Surrey,
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