Ear wax removal
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Ear wax removal
Excessive or impacted ear wax affects nearly one in ten people causing hearing loss, pain, tinnitus (ringing in the ears), itching, discharge and other issues.
It can be caused by:
- Narrow, hairy or curved ear canals
- Wearing hearing aids, ear plugs or ear bud headphones
- Water sports or working in dusty environments
- Using cotton buds or other objects in the ear
We offer ear wax removal by registered nurses who are qualified in the same gentle, effective and dry ear microsuction process used by Ear Nose & Throat specialists. Unlike ear syringing, which can cause infection or even damage to the eardrum, the procedure is very safe, even for people with perforated ear drums.
For people with complex ear problems and/or under the care of an ENT specialist, we recommend checking with your doctor prior to booking an appointment. We also do not provide this service to children under 12 years old.
If you have a perforated ear drum, wax softening drops are not recommended. If you do not have a perforated ear drum, wax softening drops are optional. We recommend Chemist grade olive oil or a product like Waxsol for 1-2 days prior to the procedure. Ideally you should lie on your side for five minutes after putting in the drops.
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Ear microsuctioning takes 15-30 minutes per ear and our fees are:
|
Standard Fee |
Healthcare cardholder |
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One ear |
$90 |
$80 |
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Second ear |
$50 |
$40 |
Unfortunately no rebate is available.
If no wax removal is required, we charge a minimum assessment fee of $20.
Health professionals providing these services
Emma
Emma graduated from the University of Tasmania in 2009 and has subsequently worked within a range of clinical specialities. She obtained post-graduate certificate in Anaesthetic Nursing in 2012 and is currently enjoying translating her skills and knowledge into the General Practice setting. She has been working at Ochre Medical Centre Hobart since September 2021.
Tegan
Tegan has been an Enrolled Nurse since 2018 and has been working at Ochre Medical Centre Hobart since August 2021. She has a background in surgical nursing and has most recently been working in Aged Care. She enjoys working with the range of patients who present to the General Practice environment and aims to make each interaction enjoyable for her patients. She also has a special interest in wound care.