Clear Ear Solution

22/08/2025

Good ear health is really important, and people often don’t realise how much it affects their daily life until there’s a problem. Here are the main reasons why it matters:

1. Hearing and Communication
• Healthy ears mean clearer hearing, which is essential for learning, working, socialising, and safety.
• Even mild hearing loss can affect confidence, relationships, and quality of life.

2. Balance and Safety
• The inner ear controls balance. Problems like infections, wax build-up, or inner ear disorders can cause dizziness and increase the risk of falls.

3. Preventing Infections
• Regular care helps avoid infections such as swimmer’s ear or middle ear infections, which can cause pain, discharge, and long-term damage if untreated.

4. Protecting the Eardrum and Ear Canal
• Cleaning ears incorrectly (e.g., using cotton buds) can damage the ear canal or perforate the eardrum. Safe ear care reduces these risks.

5. Protecting Against Long-Term Damage
• Loud noise exposure without protection can cause permanent hearing loss or tinnitus (ringing in the ears).
• Good habits, like wearing ear protection at concerts or around machinery, preserve hearing over time.

6. Supporting Brain Health
• Hearing loss is linked to social isolation, depression, and even cognitive decline, including dementia. Protecting hearing supports long-term mental and brain health.

7. Early Detection of Problems
• Regular hearing checks can pick up early signs of hearing loss, wax build-up, or conditions like Meniere’s disease.
• Catching issues early means they can be managed more effectively.

12/07/2025

Did you know we have a clinic room on Stodman street in Newark (a room in Heavenly Steps) AND we can arrange a home visit to do ear wax removal in your home!

To find out more look at our website www.clearersolution.co.uk

Alternatively text or call 07566 729612

22/06/2025

Earwax (cerumen) build-up varies from person to person, but some groups are more prone to excessive build-up than others. Here’s who tends to get the most:

1. Older adults
• As people age, earwax tends to become drier and harder, making it more likely to accumulate.
• The ear canal may also narrow with age, making natural wax removal less efficient.

2. Men
• Studies suggest that men tend to produce more earwax than women.
• They may also have hairier ears, which traps wax and debris more easily.

3. People who use hearing aids or earplugs regularly
• These can block the natural migration of wax out of the ear, causing build-up.
• The friction from inserting devices may also stimulate glands to produce more wax.

4. People with narrow or unusually shaped ear canals
• This physical trait can prevent wax from moving out naturally.
• It’s more common in children and in some individuals due to genetics.

5. Certain ethnic groups
• People of East Asian descent generally have drier, flakier wax and may have less build-up.
• People of African and Caucasian descent tend to have wetter wax and may experience more blockages.

6. Those who frequently use cotton buds/Q-tips
• Ironically, trying to clean your ears with cotton swabs often pushes wax deeper, causing impaction.

Book for ear wax removal in Newark and surrounding areas

www.clearearsolution.co.uk

Alternatively text or call 07566 729612

Newark based ear wax removal specialists

17/06/2025

Did you know people working in dusty environments are more prone to earwax buildup and may need professional ear wax removal, according to some healthcare sources. The dust and debris can combine with earwax, forming a plug that can cause discomfort, itching, or even hearing loss.

Why dusty environments lead to earwax buildup:

Increased debris:
Dusty conditions introduce more particles into the ear canal, which can mix with earwax.

Potential for impaction:
This mixture can harden and compact, forming a blockage that doesn't naturally clear out as easily.

What to do if you work in a dusty environment and experience earwax buildup:
Consult a healthcare professional:

If you're experiencing symptoms like itching, pain, or hearing loss, see a doctor, audiologist, or other trained professional for evaluation and potential earwax removal, according to some ear care specialists.

Avoid self-treatment:
Do not attempt to remove earwax with cotton swabs or other objects, as this can push the wax further in and cause damage.

Consider professional removal:
Methods like microsuction or irrigation by a trained professional are generally safe and effective for removing impacted earwax.

Visit our website to book online
Or call on 07566 729612

Newark based ear wax removal specialists

09/06/2025

Who needs ear wax removal?

Ear wax removal is needed when excessive buildup of earwax causes symptoms or interferes with hearing or other medical procedures, such as fitting hearing aids. Specifically, individuals experiencing hearing loss, earache, fullness in the ear, tinnitus, or dizziness due to earwax buildup should consider earwax removal.

Here's a more detailed breakdown:
Why earwax removal might be necessary:
Hearing loss: Excessive earwax can block the ear canal, making it difficult to hear.

Earache: Inflammation or pressure from the buildup can cause pain.

Fullness in the ear: A feeling of pressure or congestion can be a symptom of earwax buildup.

Tinnitus: Ringing or buzzing in the ear can be a sign of earwax impaction.

Dizziness: Earwax buildup can sometimes be related to vertigo or dizziness.

Difficulty with hearing aids: Excessive wax can interfere with the proper functioning of hearing aids.

Recurring ear infections: In some cases, earwax buildup can contribute to ear infections.

Who might benefit from earwax removal:
Regular users of in-ear headphones or earplugs: These devices can sometimes push earwax deeper into the ear canal.
Individuals with a history of earwax build-up: Some people are predisposed to producing more earwax.
People who use hearing aids: Excessive wax can interfere with the hearing aid's performance.

Important notes:
Earwax is a natural substance that protects the ear, so it's generally not necessary to remove it unless it's causing problems.
Trying to remove earwax yourself can be risky and potentially damage the eardrum or ear canal.

If you suspect you have excessive earwax, it's best to consult with a healthcare professional for proper diagnosis and treatment.

Visit www.clearearsolution.co.uk to book your appointment in Newark Town Centre

Newark based ear wax removal specialists

18/02/2025

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10/02/2025

Hearing aid users need earwax removal to prevent their hearing aids from malfunctioning and to maintain their hearing. Earwax buildup can cause hearing loss, earaches, and discomfort.
Why is earwax removal important for hearing aid users?
Hearing loss: Earwax can prevent hearing aids from working properly, which can lead to hearing loss.
Discomfort: Earwax buildup can cause itchiness, ringing, and dizziness.
Malfunctioning hearing aids: Earwax can damage components of hearing aids, such as the receiver, filters, and opening. This can cause sound distortions, whistling, and reduced sound quality.
Ear infections: Earwax buildup can lead to ear infections.

31/01/2025

People often ask if ear candles are safe. This is a good read to explain.

Ear candling is a practice during which people use a lit candle to draw earwax and other impurities from the ear. Learn about the safety, side effects, and risks of ear candling here.

27/01/2025

What we offer

Some of our wax removal methods
Here is a short list of just some of the popular services we offer to our customers.

Microsuction
Ear wax removal using the most advanced technique in the industry for a hassle-free experience

Manual Ear Wax Removal
Manual ear wax removal involves the use of special tools to physically remove ear wax.

Water Irrigation
Ear wax removal using water irrigation is also commonly referred to as ‘ear syringing’.

At home wax removal
Ear wax removal in the comfort of your own home.

In Clinic eax removal
If access is a concern please get in touch prior to your appointment.

Clinic
£50 per appointment
Microsuction or Water irrigation

Home
£70 per appointment
Microsuction or Water irrigation