Hear Clearly Again: When to Schedule an Ear Cleaning Appointment
Did you know that your ears are self-cleaning? Earwax (medically called cerumen) is a natural substance that acts as a cleaning agent to remove foreign particles, dust, dead skin cells, and dirt from the delicate workings of the inner ear.
While earwax is healthy and helpful for maintaining good ear health, sometimes it can become impacted, causing a blockage. When this occurs, it can cause a feeling of discomfort, itchiness, a clogged feeling, and even muffled hearing. We understand the desire to remove unwanted earwax, just be sure to leave it to the professionals at Hearing Unlimited.
Why You Shouldn’t Remove Cerumen on Your Own
The inner ear is incredibly sensitive. Sticking objects inside your ears (such as cotton swabs or other small objects) can scratch the ear canal, increase the risk of a ruptured eardrum, and can push earwax further into the ear canal.
You may have seen ear candling when searching for ways to clean your ears online. Ear candling does not remove earwax and can be dangerous as it can cause burns, wax blockage, punctured eardrums, and serious injury.
If you have impacted earwax that is bothering you, contact us for an ear cleaning appointment!
When to Schedule an Ear Cleaning
The professionals at Hearing Unlimited can safely and expertly remove impacted earwax, so you can hear clearly again. We use a technique to gently flush earwax out of the ear. This method is safe and highly effective.
How do you know if you have impacted earwax and it’s time to schedule an ear cleaning appointment? These are the most common symptoms:
- Earache
- Itching in the ear
- Dizziness
- Ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
- Muffled hearing
- Feeling of fullness
- Drainage from your ear
If you have experienced any of these symptoms, contact us for an appointment! We can look inside your ears with a video otoscope to see if impacted earwax is the culprit.
Contact Hearing Unlimited Today
Our team provides expert ear cleaning services for the people of Monroeville, Pittsburgh, Clairton, and the surrounding areas. Don’t live with discomfort in your ears, schedule your appointment today and start hearing clearly again!
