What is microsuction ear cleaning?
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Posted on 04-08-2022 08:32 AM
Microsuction is the safest, most effective way of cleaning wax build up and removing any obstruction caused by foreign bodies down the
ear
canal. The procedure uses a sophisticated microscope which provides a magnified light source enabling the delicate structures of the ear canal to be viewed throughout the whole procedure. Ear wax removal using microsuction is performed with the aid of an operating microscope and a finely calibrated suction device, without the introduction of any materials or liquids. Microsuction is a very well tolerated by many people, gives you fast results hence it is much more effective than the traditional wax removal methods.
What is ear wax? ear wax has many useful properties and is the bodies way of cleansing and protecting the ears against infections and foreign bodies. However, issues arise when ear wax does not naturally migrate out of the ear canal leading to blocked ears, discomfort, hearing loss and even tinnitus. Using cotton buds or hearing aids can further add to these problems. The yorkshire hearing clinic offers same-day microsuction ear wax removal in harrogate and the surrounding areas. We offer a choice of a clinic visit or an appointment in the comfort of your own home. Why microsuction? microsuction is regarded throughout the hearing profession as the safest and cleanest method of ear wax removal.
Microsuction does not involve the use of liquids used under high pressure, therefore there is significantly less risk of pushing wax further down the ear, damaging the ear drum or creating pools of water which may encourage infection. Microsuction ear wax removal is carried out under direct vision, therefore there is a greater chance complications to the ear canal or ear drum can be actively spotted during the procedure and risk can be mitigated accordingly. Microsuction allows for the targeted removal of wax or debris in the ear canal, allowing for a greater chance the ear will resume its natural cleaning process, allowing for better ongoing aural health.
Microsuction is one of the safest, most effective methods of cleaning the ear. The wax is removed using a suction machine (like a vacuum cleaner) and a blunt probe under direct visualisation of a microscope or a magnified head loupe and bright light. Although this can be a little noisy, it is usually quick and painless although if the wax is hard, there can be some slight discomfort. Using some olive oil drops 3 days prior to your appointment will help. The treatment of ear infections is greatly enhanced through the use of microsuction as removing debris helps improve healing and allows more efficient use of medicated ear drops.
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vincent howard is an aural microsuction specialist, a member of the health care practitioners council and a registered clinical audiologist with a hearing and balance specialism. He has experience of working in both nhs and private audiology practices and it was his dissatisfaction with the level of patient care he was able to provide in these previous roles, combined with his ongoing tinnitus, that inspired him to co-found hearology. Bridget mccubbin is a senior ent nurse practitioner registered with the nursing and midwifery council. She has a bsc (hons) in professional practice in nursing, an enb higher award and an enb certificate in ent nursing.
Mandy, director mandy has spent over 15 years in the nhs working in both emergency and primary care; she is currently working as an emergency care practitioner in southend and westcliff-on-sea visiting patients on behalf of surgeries in their own homes for various medical complaints. Mandy attended specialist accredited training in aural microsuctioning through the auspicious ear care academy based in the charing cross hospital. She is a fully registered hcpc and college of paramedics clinician. Victoria, director victoria started work for the nhs in 2003 at southend university hospital. Over the last 17 years she has worked in various roles including emergency care and most recently in primary care as an emergency care practitioner.