OUR SERVICES
The safest and easiest way to get rid of excess or stubborn earwax is to get the ears checked by a professional. Ear Wax Removal Services team, in partnership with award winning Tympa Health, now offers earwax removal services by our fully trained and accredited pharmacists. Schedule your appointment today for personalised care and improved hearing health.
Ear Wax Services team use the Tympa system. The world’s first all-in-one ear & hearing health assessment system. With this system you get a high quality video otoscope for examinations, surgical loupes and a microscope for ear wax removal. Better still, the whole system is hand-held, portable, and backed by a fully digital system for keeping patient records. If a user requires a second opinion, they are able to utilise the remote advice and guidance service, Remote Review, where the clinician can send images and videos to ENT and Audiology experts for further analysis.
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Hearing loss?
Ear ache?
Blocked ears?
It could be just Ear Wax!
Ear Wax: It is important to have ear wax, essential in fact! Everybody produces ear wax, it keeps the ear canal lubricated and protects the ear against dust, dirt and bacteria which help prevent infection. Wax is a combination of skin cells, dust and oily secretions from the glands in the ear canal, sometimes wax may build up particularly if it is very dry, a person has narrow ear canals or very hairy ears but also if something has pushed it down into the canal such as a cotton bud or hearing aid. Once ear wax has served its purpose it eventually migrates to the surface, dries up and falls out of the ears without us even knowing. The issues arise when the wax becomes impacted as the normal transit is interrupted and this can causes numerous problems.
The use of cotton buds can be dangerous for our ear health and hearing for a number of reasons. If cotton buds are inserted too deep into the ear canal, it can cause the perforation of the ear drum, causing pain, tinnitus, or even long-term hearing loss. Repeated use of cotton buds can also increase the risk of an ear infection as the stick can damage the delicate structures within the ear, causing redness and/or bleeding which is then susceptible to infection.
The use of cotton buds can be dangerous for our ear health and hearing.
Mital Patel
Description
EAR PRACTITIONER
Mital is a highly qualified and experienced Senior Pharmacist with more than 17 years in various sectors such as NHS hospitals, Community Pharmacy and Clinical trials. She has achieved MSc in Pharmacy from University of Brighton-UK. She is passionate in her field and always ready to help and support her patients by ensuring that they are feeling their best in their appearance and improve their hearing health and capacity. Mital is proficient at wax micro-suctioning, delivering otoscopy, hearing screening, ear diagnostics as well as other services that can be of a major benefit to the local community. She takes a personalised approach to each patient, ensuring that she provides the best care possible. She is constantly learning and remains up-to-date with the latest advancements in hearing healthcare to provide the highest level of service. Mital is a certified ear care practitioner and completed a course with TympaHealth accredited by ENT UK, The British Society of Audiology (BSA) and The British Society of Hearing Aid Audiologists (BSHAA).
ADMINISTRATION
Saki is a member of the reception team and admin support.
Saki
HAPPY CLIENTS
"I recently had the pleasure of using the ear wax removal service with Mital and I was blown away by the results. Mital was incredibly knowledgeable and professional, making the experience as comfortable as possible. The procedure was quick and painless, and the results were immediate - my hearing has never been better. I highly recommend Mital and this ear wax removal service to anyone in need."
"I was pleasantly surprised by the effectiveness of the ear wax removal service. The staff were professional and the procedure was quick and painless. My hearing has greatly improved and I highly recommend this service to anyone in need of ear wax removal."
Artur Chari
"I was pleasantly surprised by the effectiveness of the ear wax removal service. The staff were professional and the procedure was quick and painless. My hearing has greatly improved and I highly recommend this service to anyone in need of ear wax removal."
Purvi Mehta
Mariola Krause
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What is the safest and easiest way to remove ear wax?The safest and easiest way to get rid of excess or stubborn earwax is to get the ears checked by a professional. Book your appointment now
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Why do I have so much earwax?Earwax build-up can affect anyone, although people who have narrow ear canals or wear hearing aids may be more likely to have frequent earwax build up. In fact, the most common cause of earwax blockage is utilising cotton swabs or other objects in your ear canal which pushes the wax deeper into the ear canal, thereby creating a blockage.
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Can earwax cause hearing loss?Earwax build-up is a leading cause of hearing loss. However, it is also easily reversed. You may need earwax removing if you have or are experiencing any of the following signs/symptoms; Hearing loss Earache Tinnitus Itchiness Vertigo (spinning sensation) If you are a hearing aid user, you may also need earwax removing regularly as the hearing aid stimulates the production of earwax which blocks the hearing aid and can also damage the hearing aid components due to the acid within the cerumen (earwax).
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When should earwax be removed?Earwax is produced as part of a natural process for cleaning and protecting the ear; in the majority of cases, it does not need to be removed. Normally earwax is naturally removed from the ear canal spontaneously through natural jaw movement. If this natural mechanism is disrupted or inadequate, wax may then become retained and compacted in the ear canal which is likely to need intervention. Generally earwax removal should only be offered to patients when earwax is contributing to hearing loss or other symptoms such as earache, tinnitus, itchiness or vertigo (spinning sensation).
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What is tinnitus?Tinnitus is the term for the sensation of hearing a sound in the absence of any actual external sounds. You may hear different types of sound, for example ringing, buzzing, whooshing or humming. These can be continuous or they can be sporadic. For more specific information on tinnitus, please visit the following link; https://www.tinnitus.org.uk/all-about-tinnitus
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Are cotton buds safe to use?The use of cotton buds can be dangerous for our ear health and hearing for a number of reasons. If cotton buds are inserted too deep into the ear canal, it can cause the perforation of the ear drum, causing pain, tinnitus, or even long-term hearing loss. Repeated use of cotton buds can also increase the risk of an ear infection as the stick can damage the delicate structures within the ear, causing redness and/or bleeding which is then susceptible to infection.
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What is Microsuction?Microsuction is recognised as the gold standard for ear wax removal. A more effective treatment than irrigation, it is a quick, safe and painless procedure which gently sucks the wax from the ear.
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Diagnosis and Treatment with Tympa Health?Thanks to modern technology, Tympa Health treatments and procedures can help to quickly diagnose ear & hearing conditions. Infections as well as excessive and compacted wax can be identified and treated quickly and painlessly at our clinics. During the procedure, high-definition images and videos will be taken.
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What to expect at your Ear Wax Removal appointment?Rest assured that our specially trained clinicians will use the safest method of wax removal to help you hear again. Your wax removal appointment will take around 20 mins. After asking a few questions to get a better understanding of the health of your ears, our clinician will examine your ear canals and ear drums by using Tympa device for this examination. They will record this information to help keep track of any changes in your ear over time. We’ll then talk you through the procedure and show you the equipment that will be used and explain how it works. You’ll need to sign a consent form before we remove any wax from your ears. Once you are happy to go ahead, our clinician will use Tympa otoscope and suction tube to gently remove any wax that’s in your ear. After our clinician has performed the procedure, they will then check the health of your ears and record this information. If we are unsuccessful in removing any wax, we’ll advise you on your next steps.
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Do I have to soften the ear wax prior to Microsuction?It’s important that the wax has been softened to make the procedure as comfortable and effective as possible – so to prepare for your appointment, we’d recommend using olive oil to soften it. A spray known as Earol is ideal for this. Read the instructions leaflet carefully and use for 7-10 days between 2-4 times daily before your appointment. Other sprays or drops are not always suitable and may prevent us from being able to carry out the removal. Your ears might feel more blocked up after using olive oil and might reduce your hearing – this is because the wax will soak up the oil. If you wear hearing aids, avoid wearing them after you put olive oil in your ears as you could damage your hearing aids (which wouldn’t be covered by your warranty). If you experience a foul taste after using olive oil, stop using it as it might be a sign that there is a hole in your ear drum. If this happens, please get in touch with your GP and let us know. Don’t Suffer In Silence – Contact Us
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Is parking available?Yes , At Doorstep Pharmacy , there is FREE off-street parking after 14.00 pm for all patients . There is easy access from where you park your car into the clinic. At Elliott Hall Medical Centre, 'DISABLED' parking bays are located outside the Medical centre . Additionally, convenient parking may be found at the Harrow Arts Centre . This is located just behind EHMC with an entry via Morrison's access road adjacent to the roundabout .
OUR LOCATIONS
We are currently operating at 2 locations for convenience of our customers.
Please select the location most suitable for you during the booking process.
Elliott Hall Medical Centre
165 -167 Uxbridge Road
Hatch End
Middlesex
HA5 4EA
Parking:
Free parking at Harrow Art Centre
Disabled parking bays outside the centre
Appointment Hours:
Monday: 16:00 - 18:00
Friday: 16:00 - 18:00
Contact number:
07825 894055
820 Harrow Road,
Wembley,
London,
HA0 3EL
Parking:
Off-street parking
Appointment Hours:
Saturday: 10:00 - 13:00
Contact number:
07825 894055