When it comes to ear cleaning, be gentle and consider leaving it to the professionals. The general consensus that we shouldn’t insert objects like cotton swabs into the ear canal is good advice, but many people disregard it because they feel they...
Should I Clean My Ears at Home?
By now, many of you have probably seen or heard of videos in which various people demonstrate how to use OTC digital otoscopes and ear irrigation kits to clean your ears at home. While this can be a tempting foray...
Three Cheers for Earwax!
Let’s talk earwax. From its texture to its appearance, it gets a bad name. We suspect the yellow-brown goo might be down a friend or two, so we want to give credit where credit is due. Here are five reasons...
Is This Tinnitus?
Question: How serious are the noises and ringing that I have in my ears? Answer: Unwanted noises in your ears is termed tinnitus. Tinnitus affects approximately one out of five people. It is a perception of sound often described...
What types of services does your office provide?
Question: What types of services does your office provide? Answer: We are an independent Audiology practice promoting awareness of the effects of hearing loss on physical and mental health as well as how this impacts the patient’s lifestyle. We provide hearing healthcare through: Monitoring hearing due to ear infections or noise exposure Obtaining baseline hearing […]
Read MoreEarwax Dos & Don’ts. Hint: Hold the Cotton Swabs!
Earwax, that yellowish-brown goo, might inspire an “Ick!” or two, but managing it the right way can make a difference in your hearing health. Here’s a primer on why you have earwax and what to do about it. Why is earwax in your ear? Earwax, or “cerumen,” results from secretions by the ceruminous glands in […]
Read MoreShould I get the wax in my ears checked?
Question: Should I get the wax in my ears checked? Answer: Not necessarily. Most people do not have a problem with earwax in their ears. In fact, earwax is normal and provides a necessary tool to protect the delicate eardrum from harm and pollens. Occasionally earwax may accumulate excessively in the canal, which impairs hearing […]
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