Unlike older methods such as ear syringing or ear candling, microsuction is performed under direct vision using a microscope, allowing your clinician to clean the ear with precision. You may need the procedure if you have: You may need the procedure if you have: When you arrive for your appointment, your GP will talk you through the process and check your symptoms. The procedure involves:<\/p>\n A specialised microscope is used to clearly view the ear canal and eardrum. This ensures the cause of blockage is identified before starting.<\/p>\n A small medical suction device is carefully inserted into the ear canal. Once the canal is clear, your clinician will re-examine the ear to ensure the eardrum is healthy and that no debris remains.<\/p>\n Most patients experience instant improvement in hearing and comfort with no downtime.<\/p>\n Ear microsuction is a safe and effective method of ear wax removal. Other methods such as ear candling or water flushes have no proven effect, or have a risk of causing damage, irritation and infection.<\/p>\n People with Surfer\u2019s Ear, or who use hearing aids will especially benefit from this, however it is available to anyone. Wax build-up can reduce hearing, be unsightly and can cause water build-up. Regular headphone or earphone users can have increased wax production, and may require ear microsuction as an alternative to other ear cleaning methods.<\/p>\n During the procedure, you may experience a loud noise, some small discomfort and in rare circumstances very temporary vertigo, however this is a safe procedure and any side-effects will pass once the procedure is over.<\/p>\n If you are interested in ear microsuction, have stubborn earwax or use hearing aids, we recommend talking to your GP. Book an appointment today with King Street Medical.<\/p>\n Ear candling is unsafe and ineffective. It does not remove earwax \u2014 the residue is melted candle wax. Microsuction, on the other hand, is medically proven and performed under direct visual control.<\/p>\n Flushing the ear with water can: Microsuction uses no water, making it safer and more precise, especially for people with chronic ear problems.<\/p>\n For individuals with surfer\u2019s ear (bony growths caused by repeated cold-water exposure), the ear canal becomes narrower, making wax build-up and infections more common.<\/span><\/p>\n Microsuction is the preferred technique for these patients because it allows cleaning in tight or sensitive spaces without risk from water pressure<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n At King Street Medical, ear microsuction is bulk billed for Medicare card holders \u2014 meaning no out-of-pocket cost.<\/span><\/p>\n Arrange your appointment. You\u2019re only 5 minutes away from a beautiful smile.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n King Street Medical is conveniently located at 67 King Street, Warrawong<\/a>, next to Warrawong Library<\/a> and Plush Furniture<\/a>.<\/p>\n We have plenty of parking available on Carlotta Cres<\/a>, at the northern end of Darcy Wentworth Park. Our practice is located at the corner of King Street & Hoskins Avenue.<\/p>\n We have accessibility parking available beside our building on the corner of King Street & Hoskins Ave. Enter via Hoskins Ave.<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/p>\nWho Benefits From Ear Microsuction?<\/h2>\n
<\/span>\/\/\/ <\/span>Blocked ears or hearing loss from wax buildup<\/span><\/span>
\/\/ <\/span>Recurring earwax buildup<\/span><\/span>
<\/span>\/\/ <\/span>Otitis externa<\/span><\/span>
\/\/ <\/span>Narrow or sensitive ear canals<\/span><\/span>
\/\/ <\/span>Surfer\u2019s ear<\/span><\/span>
\/\/ <\/span>A perforated eardrum<\/span><\/span>
\/\/ <\/span>A history of ear surgery or grommets<\/span><\/span>
\/\/ <\/span>A need for dry wax removal<\/span><\/span>
\/\/ <\/span>Wax buildup before flying or swimming<\/span><\/span>
\/\/ <\/span>A foreign object in the ear<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
\/\/ Blocked ears or hearing loss
\/\/ Earwax Buildup
\/\/ Otitis externa (outer ear infection)
\/\/ Narrow or sensitive ear canals
\/\/ Surfer’s ear
\/\/ A perforated eardrum
\/\/ A history of ear surgery
\/\/ Wax buildup before flying or swimming events<\/p>\n![\"Doctor](\"https:\/\/ksdm.com.au\/medical\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/KingSt_Medical-091.webp\" "\\"KingSt_Medical-091\\"")
<\/span><\/p>\nWhat Happens During Ear Microsuction?<\/h2>\n
1. Examination of the Ear<\/h3>\n
2. Gentle Suction<\/h3>\n
The clinician uses the microscope to guide the suction tip and remove:
\/\/ <\/span><\/strong>Wax buildup
\/\/ <\/span><\/strong>Debris
\/\/ <\/span><\/strong>Dry or flaky skin
\/\/ <\/span><\/strong>Discharge from infections
You may hear a \u201cwhooshing\u201d sound, but the procedure is not painful. Most patients describe it as strange but comfortable.<\/p>\n3. Final Check<\/h3>\n
4. Immediate Relief<\/h3>\n
Why Ear Microsuction Is Better Than Ear Candling or Water Flushing<\/h2>\n
Ear Candling<\/h3>\n
Risks include:<\/strong>
\/\/ <\/span><\/strong>Burns
\/\/<\/strong> <\/span>Blocked canals
\/\/ <\/span><\/strong>Infection
\/\/ <\/span><\/strong>Perforated eardrum<\/p>\nWater Flushing \/ Ear Syringing<\/h3>\n
\/\/ <\/span><\/strong>Push wax deeper
\/\/ <\/span><\/strong>Trigger infections
\/\/ <\/span><\/strong>Cause pain or dizziness
\/\/ <\/span><\/strong>Be unsafe for people with perforated eardrums or ear surgery history<\/p>\nSurfer\u2019s Ear and Narrow Canals<\/h3>\n
Bulk Billed at King Street Medical<\/span><\/h2>\n
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