Is Ear Wax Blockage Causing Your Hearing Loss?

It's a common but often overlooked problem: a simple build-up of ear wax can lead to a temporary loss of hearing. While ear wax is a natural, healthy substance that cleans and protects your ear canal, sometimes it can accumulate and cause a blockage. When this happens, it can muffle sound and make you feel like your hearing is suddenly worse.

At Beacon Audiology, we understand that a perceived hearing loss can be a worrying experience. That's why we offer professional, safe and effective ear wax removal services to quickly and painlessly restore your hearing.

The Signs of Ear Wax Blockage

If you're experiencing a feeling of fullness in your ear, a mild earache or a sudden reduction in your ability to hear, ear wax could be the cause. Other symptoms can include:

• Tinnitus (a ringing or buzzing in the ear)

• Dizziness or a feeling of imbalance

• An earache or general discomfort

While these symptoms can be caused by other conditions, a professional assessment is the only way to be sure.

Why Professional Removal is Best

Many people are tempted to try at-home remedies like cotton swabs, but this can often push the wax deeper into the ear canal, worsening the problem and potentially causing damage. At Beacon Audiology, our audiologists are highly trained in the safest and most effective methods of ear wax removal.

We use microsuction, a preferred method that involves using a small vacuum to gently and precisely remove the wax. This is a quick and painless procedure that allows our audiologist to have a clear view of the ear canal at all times, ensuring it is a safe and comfortable experience for you.

A professional wax removal can provide immediate relief and is often the first step to confirming if there are any other underlying hearing issues. If you are experiencing ear wax build-up, our team of experts is ready to help. Book an appointment today.