Ear irrigation is performed by doctors, audiologists, and nurses. This procedure has replaced the old-fashioned technique of ear syringing. As it is more effective and safer to perform. Usually, the procedure takes between 15 to 30 minutes. This depends on how deep the ear wax is inside the ear, the amount, and the type of ear wax. For best preparation, we recommend using olive oil drops 3 to 4 days before the appointment. This allows the ear wax to soften.
This method is only used upon request by the patient, or a decision made by our audiologist. We do not undertake this procedure on patients with perforation and mastoid cavity. In addition, to those who had ear surgery within the last 18 months, or had an ear infection in the past 6 weeks.
