Ear Cleaning Blog

For most people, the answer is: less often than you think – and probably not at all. The ears are largely self-cleaning. However, some people do produce excess wax or have difficulty with natural clearance, and for them a professional assessment can help determine whether ear wax removal is appropriate. The frequency of ear health checks can vary from person to person. As a general guide, we recommend an annual ear clean, while hearing aid users may need to visit more frequently.

Ear wax is normal and healthy, but sometimes it builds up and blocks the ear canal. This is called impacted ear wax, and it can cause a range of uncomfortable symptoms.

Learn what causes crackling or popping in your ear, when earwax or pressure may be responsible, and when to arrange a professional ear check.

Learn what causes dry, flaky or itchy ears, how ear canal eczema differs from wax build-up, and when to arrange a professional ear examination.

Discover the common causes of itchy ears, when earwax may be responsible, what to avoid, and when to arrange a professional ear examination.