Wax contains old skin and debris from deep in the ear canal, mixed with oils from hair in the outer part of the ear canal. The consistency and volume of ear wax produced varies from person to person and over time in any individual.

Wax is normal and an essential part of outer ear health. The movement of dead skin and debris from deep to superficial ear canal is a natural mechanism that helps keep the ear canal clear and clean. The wax itself contains ingredients that prevent infections.

Ear wax has an important role in protecting your ears and naturally falls outs by itself. So there is no need to attempt to remove ear wax.

In fact, attempts to clear ear wax can cause some of the deeper ear wax to get stuck far inside the ear.

If wax has become lodged and is affecting hearing, an ENT surgeon should remove it.

The best way to remove wax is under direct vision, either with a microscope or endoscope. The procedure in done in clinic, takes less than a minute and is pain free.

Syringing techniques risk damaging the ear drum and increase the risk of infection compared to using direct vision.