Earwax microsuction · Bristol
Led by Pharmacist Independent Prescribers
Six signs your ears may need clearing.
Earwax builds up naturally, but some people produce more or struggle to clear it. If any of the signs below sound familiar, a quick visit can often fix it the same day.
Blocked or muffled hearing
Feeling of fullness in the ear
Ear pressure or discomfort
Ringing or buzzing sounds
After using cotton buds
Repeated wax problems
Led by Pharmacist Independent Prescribers
Pricing & plans
Simple pricing. No wax, no charge.
Your appointment starts with an otoscope check. If there's no wax to remove, there's no charge — you leave with reassurance and no bill.
Single ear
£55
Otoscope check and microsuction on one ear. Best when only one side is blocked or causing discomfort.
Both ears · Recommended
£65
Otoscope check and microsuction on both ears. Save £45 vs a single-ear price each side — most people book both for a balanced result.
Microsuction questions
Quick answers, so you can book with confidence.
Common questions about earwax microsuction at Bristol Independent Clinic. Anything else, call 0117 974 1348.
Will it hurt?
No — microsuction is usually painless. Most people feel only a light sensation and hear the suction during the procedure. There's no water and no pressure flushed into the ear, so it's comfortable even for sensitive ears. If anything feels uncomfortable, just say and the Pharmacist Independent Prescriber will pause.
Is microsuction safer than syringing?
Yes. Microsuction uses gentle suction under direct vision through a microscope or loupes, so the Pharmacist Independent Prescriber can see exactly what they're doing. Unlike syringing or irrigation, there's no water flushed into the ear canal — making it suitable for patients with perforated eardrums, grommets, or a history of ear infections.
Do I need to use drops first?
No — that's the advantage of microsuction over syringing. You can come straight in. That said, for very hard or compacted wax, using olive oil drops for 2–3 days beforehand can make removal quicker and more comfortable.
How long does an appointment take?
Most appointments take 20–30 minutes. That includes a brief otoscope check, the microsuction itself, and a quick chat about aftercare and what caused the build-up.
What if there's no wax to remove?
No charge. Every appointment starts with an otoscope examination. If the Pharmacist Independent Prescriber sees no significant wax build-up, you don't pay — you leave with reassurance and any next-step advice if the cause may be something else.
