The Right Help for Your Earwax Problem
No More, No Less.
Some people don’t have an earwax problem at all. Others need professional removal. How do you know? We offer a free 10-minute consultation to check your ears and recommend the right next step—whether it’s simple reassurance or an expert cleaning.
Our Earwax
Removal Process
Earwax removal is not one size fits all!
Ears are unique from person to person, just like a fingerprint. The amount and consistency of earwax varies between people along with the size and shape of people’s ears. For this reason, we created a service model where we prescribe a removal process that suits your exact needs. Our pricing is based on the amount of support needed to free you from your wax concerns. When done by a trained professional who cleans ears on a daily basis, earwax removal is safe and effective. Here’s where we begin:
Step 1:
Free earwax consultation
Duration: 10 minutes | Price: No charge
Your Audiologist will ask some questions to better understand what prompted your visit. Any symptoms and relevant medical factors will be discussed to ensure we keep your ears healthy.
- We’ll first examine your ears with a special magnified light.
- Then, we’ll show you your ears on a screen so you can see what we see!
- Your Audiologist will explain their findings and any suggested course of action.
Sometimes the whole canal is full of wax. Sometimes there’s no wax at all and we need to investigate further! If your ears feel full yet there’s no wax, we may recommend a hearing assessment to rule out medical red flags.
Step 2:
Creating your
customized care plan
Your initial free consultation is used to plan for your specific needs. We outline what methods of removal are appropriate for you, and provide a quote based on the amount of work required to remove the wax.
Basic Removal
Duration: 20 minutes | Price: $75
- Soft wax, easy to remove
- Outer ear canal, no deep blockage
- Require only one method of removal
Moderate Removal
Duration: 30–40 minutes | Price: $125
- Firmer wax, deeper in the ear
- May require softening drops and two methods of removal
Complex Removal
Duration: 60 minutes | Price: $175
- Fully blocked ears, hard wax
- Requires softening drops and multiple removal techniques
- May require multiple visits
If softening drops are needed, we’ll provide them with full instructions before your next appointment.
Not sure if you need earwax removal? Schedule your free consultation today.
Methods
When it comes to professional wax removal there are three safe and accepted methods: (1) manual tools, (2) irrigation with water, and (3) microsuction with a small vacuum. Your Audiologist will personally assess you and discuss the best course of action for you.
Manual tools
We use a combination of light and magnification to guide our tools. Manual tools are typically reserved for when wax is soft and easily accessible. When wax is deeply impacted, or has hardened over time, we typically resort to other methods.
Irrigation
We use reverse osmosis water that has had all contaminants removed. The water is then heated to body temperature. A specialized bottle is used to ‘rinse’ or irrigate your ear. This bottle directs water safely against the side of your ear canal instead of at the eardrum. The tip of the bottle is designed to ensure that water can escape your ear safely. We will have you hold a small tray just under your ear while we irrigate to collect the water.
Microsuction
We use a special light with magnification to guide our little vacuum into your ear. This vacuum is designed to have low air speed to help reduce noise, yet has powerful enough suction to help us grab the wax.
We often recommend the use of a wax-softening agent prior to your appointment. This helps ensure quick and safe removal of any wax. We have several products available at our office for this purpose which you can purchase prior to your appointment. If you have a known perforation (hole) in your eardrum, please ignore this advice and DO NOT place any liquids in your ear.
We are trained professionals in wax removal as regulated healthcare professionals specifically for ears. You’ll notice that the three methods of wax removal we use do not include ear candling or Qtips!
Our FAQ
Why do my ears produce earwax?
Everyone’s ears produce earwax. The technical term for earwax is actually cerumen. It is produced by modified sweat glands in your ear canal. The primary purpose of earwax is actually to keep your ears clean. But, sometimes the wax doesn’t come out on its own.
How often should I have my ears cleaned?
Everyone produces a different amount and consistency of earwax. On top of that, everyone’s ear canals are built differently. Sometimes gravity doesn’t do its job in pulling the wax out of your ears, and that’s where we can help. Some people would benefit from seeing us as frequently as every 3 months. Other people may never require our services! It all depends on the person.
Why do my ears feel full?
If your ears feel ‘full’ there may or may not be wax in there. Sometimes, this sensation is related to other conditions. If your Audiologist suspects there are other factors at play, they may suggest a hearing screening or full assessment. Rest assured we will find you answers!
Why do my ears feel itchy?
This can be for a number of reasons.
- If you have any skin conditions elsewhere on your body such as eczema, it can affect your ears as well.
- If it’s winter, the explanation can be as simple as dry skin.
- More often than not, the itchy sensation is related to sticking things in your ears! Using Q-tips can cause abrasions on the delicate skin of your ear canal which makes the problem worse. This practice removes natural oils in your ear, and the use of Q-tips also poses other risks to your ears. In place of this, we generally recommend specialty ear drops with all natural ingredients for itchy ears. We carry these at our office.
Is earwax removal painful?
Earwax removal shouldn’t be painful — but you might feel some brief discomfort, depending on how sensitive your ears are and how much wax needs to be removed. Your Audiologist is a trained health professional and understands which areas of the canal to avoid touching directly.
At All Ears, we use safe, professional techniques, and your Audiologist will walk you through every step before getting started. Our goal? To make your ears feel like they just had their very own spa treatment.
Do I need to schedule an initial consultation if I want to have wax removed from my ears?
Yes — all first-time wax warriors start with a complimentary initial consultation. This quick visit helps us take a look inside your ears and figure out the best plan for you.
If we have seen you in the past year, we can omit the initial consultation as we have a better idea of what’s required in your case.
Contact Us
- 204 Lafontaine St.
Wallaceburg, ON
N8A 4H7
