Ear Wax Removal

Adults: $110
Seniors 65 and over: $100
Students: $95
Children 10-16: $80

Booking is essential. Credit card and contactless payment only at this time. All prices include GST. If there is no wax present in ears, a consultation fee of $55 apply. There is no charge if you need to return for a second appointment following softening. Microsuction appointments at earLAB are not covered by Medicare.

Compared with traditional ear cleaning methods, Melbourne residents will enjoy how easy microsuction can be. Unlike syringing, microsuction is a quick and low-risk wax removal solution. This makes microsuction ear wax removal especially suitable for individuals prone to ear infections.
You generally won’t need to apply drops for days beforehand, and the results are usually immediate.

One of the key advantages of ear suction is that it reduces the risk of infection due to the dry procedure.

There’s no pain, no mess, and your ear stays dry, reducing the risk of infection. Your ear canal is also visible under surgical-quality illumination throughout, which makes the process both safe and precise.

Microsuction is exactly what it sounds like: precise suction of the ear canal while viewing the area through a microscope (or magnifying device). If you’re searching for an ear cleaning clinic Melbourne, earLAB offers professional and reliable services. This advanced method is increasingly recognized for its safety and effectiveness.
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It’s the most advanced method of ear wax removal, and in the past was only available from a specialist ENT clinician. This is slowly changing, though, as the benefits of microsuction are becoming better known.

If you’re looking for a professional ear microsuction cleaning service in Melbourne, earLAB are the specialists you can trust. All our clinicians are trained in Audiology and can offer a consultation around your hearing in general.

To begin with, we use an otoscope attached to a camera so you can see inside your own ear canal, and we’ll examine your ears through special magnifying glasses, to assess exactly why you may be experiencing some discomfort.

If ear wax is present and is causing the blockage, then a thin tube attached to the microsuction machine is comfortably placed inside the ear canal, only making contact with the wax and never the client's ear canal or ear drum.  You’ll hear a slight whooshing or whistling noise from the suction as it removes the wax – this is normal and if it gets uncomfortable, just let us know. Our ear cleaning clinic in Melbourne ensures a comfortable experience for all clients.
‍At this point, you’ll usually feel the incredible relief of unblocked ears. Occasionally, if the wax is very hard, we’ll use other instruments to remove it along with the microsuction. Very rarely, you may need to use olive oil ear drops to soften the wax, before returning for a follow-up appointment. Our priority here at earLAB is to ensure our clients feel comfortable throughout their entire appointment.

As an ear cleaning clinic based in Melbourne, our specialists will take the time to explain what everything means as we go along, answering any questions you might have to put your mind at ease.

Earwax is a natural and important part of ear health. It acts as a protective barrier against microorganisms, dirt, and other irritants that could harm the ear. The ear has a self-cleaning mechanism where wax gradually moves from the inner ear to the outer ear, where it can eventually fall out. This process typically takes a couple of months. The amount of earwax produced varies from person to person; sometimes, excessive wax can accumulate and lead to blockages that require medical treatment.

Some individuals produce more earwax than can be naturally removed, which can occur due to various health conditions. These conditions include a narrowed ear canal, bone blockages, swimmer's ear or surfer's ear, eczema, and an overproduction of earwax resulting from an injury.