Ear wax, or cerumen, is a natural substance produced by glands in the ear canal. It helps protect the ear by trapping dust, dirt, and other particles, stopping them from reaching the delicate eardrum. Ear wax also has antibacterial properties, helping to prevent infections. Typically, ear wax moves out of the ear canal on its own, but sometimes it can build up, leading to discomfort, hearing issues, or even infections if not properly managed.

Yes, ear wax can indeed cause hearing loss. At Cheshire Ears, we often encounter clients with this issue. When ear wax accumulates excessively, it can block the ear canal, leading to temporary hearing difficulties. This condition is known as cerumen impaction. The buildup of wax prevents sound waves from reaching the eardrum effectively, which can result in a reduction in hearing ability. Regular, gentle cleaning can help prevent this problem, but it's important to avoid using cotton swabs or other objects that might push the wax further in. If you are experiencing hearing loss due to ear wax, our professional ear care services at Cheshire Ears can safely and effectively remove the blockage, restoring your hearing and ensuring your ear health.

At Cheshire Ears, we prioritise your comfort and safety during all procedures, including ear wax removal using microsuction. Microsuction is a gentle and precise method that involves using a specialised, low-pressure suction device to remove ear wax without touching the sensitive skin of the ear canal. Overall, microsuction is considered one of the safest and most comfortable methods for ear wax removal.

Cheshire Ears specialises in safe and effective ear wax removal using advanced techniques such as micro suction and irrigation. Our team is thoroughly trained in these methods to ensure optimal care and customer satisfaction. We are fully insured, providing peace of mind for our clients. Additionally, we bring prior experience in health and social care, further enhancing our capability to offer professional and empathetic service. However, it is important to note that Cheshire Ears is not qualified to identify and assess hearing and balance functions or diagnose associated disorders; such tasks are within the scope of Audiologists, a qualification we do not possess.

No, we only treat people over 16 years of age.

We understand that sometimes appointments need to be rescheduled or cancelled. At Cheshire Ears, we have made this process straightforward for you. If you wish to rearrange your appointment and it is more than 48 hours before your scheduled time, you can easily do so either through our booking system or by contacting us directly by phone.

If you need to cancel more than 48 hours in advance, we will refund your consultation fee. Please allow up to 5 working days for the refund to be processed and appear in your bank account.

If you need to cancel your appointment less than 48 hours in advance, your consultation fee is non-refundable. However, please reach out to us, and we will make every effort to transfer this fee to another appointment, subject to Cheshire Ears' discretion.

Yes, Cheshire Ears is pleased to offer group bookings for home visits, provided that all members of the group are at the same location. Additionally, we are able to offer these group services at a discounted rate. For more information and to arrange a group booking, please contact us.

Yes, please contact us for our availability.

At Cheshire Ears, all appointments require a consultation fee of £20, which is payable upon booking. During this consultation, if wax removal is deemed necessary, there is an additional treatment fee of £35. This treatment fee is due at the time of the appointment and can be paid by card or cash; we kindly request that you avoid using cheques as a method of payment.