Ear Micro Suction
Ear microsuction is an ear wax cleaning technique using a high-powered binocular microscope and a gentle suction device. It is the same technique used by Ear, Nose and Throat specialists and is safer and usually superior to other methods.
Method
A disposable speculum (the same as when your ears are normally examined) is inserted into your ear canal. The ear canal and eardrum are then examined through the microscope. A suction tube is gently put into the ear canal and wax and debris are suctioned out under direct view until the ear is clear.
During the procedure of microsuction of the ear
You will be laid down on the treatment room bed. it can be a bit noisy. It rarely causes some short-lived vertigo (dizziness), lasting no more than a minute or so.
Who is suitable for the procedure?
Anyone who needs their ears cleaned and is able to sit/lie still is able to have ear microsuction. Hearing aid users ideally should have wax removed every 4-6 months.
What else can an Ear Suction be used for?
Apart from wax, we suction is a powerful way to treat outer ear infections (otitis externa). Especially those that prove stubborn to improve with drops. This is called aural toileting and is again a gold standard way to treat outer ear infections caused by various organisms including fungal infections.
Who performs the procedure?
A Doctor will perform the procedure. If your regular doctor does not perform the procedure, he will make an appointment with one of our other Doctors from the practice at a suitable time.
Please advise the receptionist that you wish to have you ear microsuctioned A standard appointment time will be required.
Fees
The ear microsuction procedure cost from $115 - $155 for one ear and $140- $180 for two ears depending on complexity.
Why Keperra Medical Centre?
Some of the doctors located at Keperra Medical Centre highly qualified and have carried out this procedure for years and can do several ear suctions a week. We have a high powered binocular operation microscope with a variety of different Suction probes to suit the ear. We also have a range of speculums to allow good visualisation and provide comfort.
Making an Appointment
An appointment can be made after once you have spoken to your regular Doctor or if you call reception please advise the receptionist that you require a Microsuction ear cleaning.