Earwax, or cerumen, is a natural substance that our ears create to protect our inner ears and eardrums from foreign substances or dirt. It works to clean our ears and typically removes itself as we sleep or move our jaw. 

However, there can sometimes be too much of a good thing. Earwax impaction happens when there’s too much wax, and it gets stuck to the walls of the ear canal, gathering up and blocking the way, which can lead to hearing challenges, dizziness, earaches, headaches and infections. 

If you’re struggling with too much earwax that’s beginning to affect your quality of life, it might be time to get your ears professionally cleaned. Luckily for you, you’re in the right place. 

Signs You Need Professional Ear Cleaning 

Earwax has many benefits for our ears, but this sticky substance can sometimes cause issues if there’s an excess.  

Earwax impaction can lead to hearing loss challenges, discomfort and itchiness, tinnitus (ringing in the ears), dizziness or off-balance feelings, or feeling like your ears are full and clogged. 

Dealing with one or more of the above signs? A professional ear cleaning is safe, effective and can help alleviate your symptoms quickly and efficiently. 

York Hearing Clinic’s Approach to Ear Cleaning 

Our team of ear cleaning professionals employs modern and effective methods to remove excess earwax painlessly so you can enjoy clear hearing and clean ears without stress. 

We typically use one of three methods when cleaning your ears: micro suction, irrigation or manual removal with tools. 

You’ll have the chance to tell us which method will work best for your requirements – some individuals cannot get water in their ears, so we would use micro suction versus irrigation to clean your ears. 

Micro suction is a gentle vacuum method that cleans ears precisely with gentle suctioning, best for patients who cannot deal with water in their ears. 

For people who would prefer a water-based cleaning method, irrigation would be the best bet; a controlled stream of warm water will gently lift the wax from your ear canal without irritation. 

For complex cases or larger impactions that cannot be removed with micro suction or irrigation, manual tools can provide a more hands-on approach to relief. Our team will use specialized tools for safe extraction that will not harm your ears. 

We work with you to get the best possible results at your comfort level. Please don’t hesitate to ask questions throughout your ear cleaning appointment or express your needs. 

Benefits of Professional Cleaning 

While there are several methods for ear cleaning on the market, not all of them are very safe for your delicate ears. Professional ear cleaning services promote overall ear health, as well as improve your hearing and prevent ear infections.

If you’d like to get your ears professionally cleaned and have frustrating earwax efficiently removed, you know where to find us! 

Get in touch via our website to get started with an ear cleaning appointment, or give us a call at one of our two convenient locations: 

Newmarket: (905) 953-9991 
Aurora: (905) 841-2850