The Ear Doctor

Directions Website

The Ear Doctor * Ear wax removal service in London
* Zoom consultation anywhere in the world!
* BRAND NEW Ear wax drops by The Ear Doctor!

Trusted earwax removal specialists offering safe, professional treatment by qualified experts, plus premium ear drops and accredited ear care training courses.

09/10/2026

Why would someone doing microsuction deliberately leave wax behind? šŸ‘‚

Because the goal isnā€™t to create the most satisfying video.

If wax is very hard, very deep, close to the eardrum, or removal is becoming uncomfortable, sometimes the appropriate decision is to stop rather than force it.

That might mean further softening, reassessment or another appointment.

Good ear care isnā€™t simply:

see wax ā†’ remove everything.

It involves judgement, visualisation, case selection and knowing your limits.

Would you rather someone finish at all costs or stop and bring you back if necessary?

šŸ‘‡ Comment STOP if you want Part 2: the situations where I would stop microsuction.

šŸ“ The Ear Doctor | Marylebone, London

08/10/2026

A suction machine doesnā€™t make someone competent.
The equipment matters but so do anatomy, case selection, red flags, judgement and knowing your limits.
Iā€™m breaking down more of the theory behind microsuction over the next few weeks.
Follow + save this series.

05/10/2026

šŸ‘» 5 things that scare me more than Halloweenā€¦
The Ear Doctor edition

Not ghosts.
Not haunted houses.
Not jump scares.

Iā€™m talking about the things I see or hear in ear care that make me nervous every single weekā€¦ šŸ‘€

From cotton buds to ear candles to ā€œI thought Iā€™d just sort it myselfā€ some habits do far more harm than people realise.

If youā€™ve ever been tempted to ā€œhave a goā€ at your own blocked earā€¦ this oneā€™s for you.

How many of these are you guilty of? Be honest šŸ‘‡

šŸ“ The Ear Doctor | Marylebone, London
šŸ“² Book via the link in bio

Instagram Hashtags

30/09/2026

Caption for Instagram

The part of a microsuction appointment most people never seeā€¦ šŸ‘‚

The procedure doesnā€™t begin when the suction tip enters the ear.

Before a patient arrives thereā€™s equipment to check, fresh consumables to prepare, visualisation to set up and a clinical plan for what happens if something unexpected is found.

Sometimes the most important decision in ear care is actually knowing when not to proceed.

The wax removal itself may only be one part of the appointment.

Iā€™m filming more behind-the-scenes clinic content because I think people should see what actually goes into providing ear care.

And next: what does all this equipment actually cost? šŸ‘€

Full breakdown coming to YouTube.

šŸ“ The Ear Doctor | Marylebone, London

The NHS quietly stepped back from routine ear wax removal in many areas and the effects are still being felt. šŸ‘‚For a lot...
29/09/2026

The NHS quietly stepped back from routine ear wax removal in many areas and the effects are still being felt. šŸ‘‚

For a lot of people, ear wax build-up is not just a minor inconvenience.

It can affect:

* hearing
* comfort
* communication
* day-to-day life

According to RNID campaign data, millions of people in England now have no NHS access to ear wax removal, while many more are facing a postcode lottery depending on where they live.

That has had a ripple effect:

* more people trying to self-manage at home
* more patients needing to go private
* more demand for ear care services
* and growing interest in microsuction training

But increased demand should never mean lower standards.

Ear care is still clinical work.
Seeing wax is not the same as understanding the ear.
And equipment alone does not replace judgement.

Thatā€™s exactly why this week Iā€™m breaking down the theory most beginners miss in microsuction and ear care.

If this topic interests you, save this post and follow along.

Have you noticed how hard itā€™s become for people to access ear wax removal?

EarWax BlockedEars NHS Healthcare ClinicalEducation MicrosuctionTraining Audiology HearingCare TheEarDoctor PatientSafety

21/09/2026

How much does it actually cost to set up for professional microsuction? šŸ‘‚

Itā€™s easy to look at an earwax-removal appointment and think the only equipment involved is a suction machine.

In reality, a proper setup can include:

ā€¢ a microscope, loupes or otoendoscope
ā€¢ a medical suction unit
ā€¢ Zoellner suction tubes and fine tips
ā€¢ suction tubing and collection bags
ā€¢ wax hooks and crocodile forceps
ā€¢ gloves, PPE and infection-control consumables
ā€¢ clinical waste and ongoing equipment costs

And the biggest variation is often the visualisation system.

A clinical microscope can run into several thousand pounds.
Loupes can range from a few hundred pounds upwards.
Professional otoendoscope systems can also cost well into four figures.

Thereā€™s no single ā€œcorrectā€ setup, different practitioners use different systems depending on training, experience, setting and workflow.

The important thing is that the person carrying out the procedure can see clearly, work safely and recognise when not to proceed.

This clip is taken from a longer video where I break down the equipment, advantages, disadvantages and costs in more detail.

ā–¶ļø Full video on YouTube - The Ear Doctor

What setup do you prefer: microscope, loupes or otoendoscope?

What I wish someone had told me before I started doing microsuction for a livingā€¦ šŸ‘‚Thereā€™s a huge amount to learn when y...
21/09/2026

What I wish someone had told me before I started doing microsuction for a livingā€¦ šŸ‘‚

Thereā€™s a huge amount to learn when you first get into ear microsuction.

What equipment do you actually need?
What cases should you avoid?
What are the common mistakes?
What red flags matter?
What does ā€œsafe practiceā€ really look like?

A full theory course can cost hundreds of pounds, and while proper practical training is essential, not everyone wants to commit Ā£400+ before they even understand the basics.

Thatā€™s why Iā€™m creating:

The Microsuction Primer
What I wish someone told me before I started doing this for a living

A short, practical 14ā€“20 page paid guide designed to give healthcare professionals a clearer foundation before they invest further.

It will cover the important bits without pretending to replace supervised hands-on training or competency sign-off.

Planned launch price: Ā£29.99

If you want first access, comment:

TEDNOW

or send me a DM with:

PRIMER

šŸ‘‚ The uncomfortable truth about ear microsuction trainingā€¦Microsuction is widely regarded as a safe method of wax remova...
20/09/2026

šŸ‘‚ The uncomfortable truth about ear microsuction trainingā€¦

Microsuction is widely regarded as a safe method of wax removal in trained hands but safe does not mean risk-free.

Thatā€™s exactly why ear microsuction should never be treated like a quick money-making add-on.

This is not just about ā€œremoving wax.ā€
Itā€™s about:

ā€¢ knowing when not to proceed
ā€¢ spotting red flags
ā€¢ recognising abnormal findings
ā€¢ understanding when a client needs onward review
ā€¢ working within safe clinical limits

Weā€™ve seen clients come to us after choosing the cheapest option first - only to realise afterwards that when it comes to your ears, price should never be the only decision.

And thatā€™s also why The Ear Doctor Academy does not believe in training just anyone for the sake of a sale.

We believe training should build:

āœ” knowledge
āœ” judgement
āœ” practical safety
āœ” confidence
āœ” respect for your limits

Thatā€™s why weā€™re creating a paid low-ticket ebook for healthcare professionals who want a smarter, safer entry point into ear microsuction training.

If you want first access,
šŸ‘‡ comment ā€œTEDNOWā€ or send us a DM.

19/09/2026

šŸ‘‚ You couldnā€™t even see the eardrum at the beginningā€¦

This patient had a significant build-up of dry, impacted earwax obstructing the ear canal.

Because some of the wax was firmly attached, the important part wasnā€™t trying to pull everything out at once. It was gradually working around it with microsuction under direct vision until the canal could be cleared.

And then comes the satisfying partā€¦

The eardrum finally comes back into view. šŸ‘€

If your ears feel:

ā€¢ blocked
ā€¢ muffled
ā€¢ uncomfortable
ā€¢ or you suspect a build-up of wax

avoid putting cotton buds or other objects inside the ear canal and consider having them properly checked.

šŸ“ The Ear Doctor, Marylebone, London
šŸ“² Appointments available via the link in bio

Would you have expected THAT much wax to be in there? šŸ‘‡

šŸ‘‚ You probably do at least ONE of these every dayā€¦We spend a lot of time thinking about our teeth, skin and eyes but how...
18/09/2026

šŸ‘‚ You probably do at least ONE of these every dayā€¦

We spend a lot of time thinking about our teeth, skin and eyes but how often do you actually think about your ears?

Some everyday habits can contribute to ear-canal irritation, wax problems or put your hearing at risk.

šŸŽ§ Frequent earbud use may contribute to wax retention in people prone to build-up
šŸš« Cotton buds can push wax deeper into the canal
šŸ”Š Repeated loud sound exposure can damage hearing
šŸŠ Water trapped in the ear can increase the risk of outer-ear infection
šŸ˜£ Stress can make tinnitus more noticeable and may worsen jaw-related ear fullness
šŸ¤§ Colds and allergies can affect pressure equalisation through the Eustachian tubes
šŸ§“ Hair and skincare products can sometimes irritate sensitive ear-canal skin

Which one surprised you most?

Save this post and send it to that friend who practically lives in their AirPods. šŸŽ§šŸ˜‚

Experiencing blocked ears or concerned about wax? Have your ears properly assessed rather than putting anything inside them yourself.

šŸ“ The Ear Doctor | Marylebone, London
šŸ“² Appointments available link in bio



Microsuction BlockedEars AirPods Earbuds HearingHealth Tinnitus HearingLoss Marylebone London

Address

The Charterhouse Clinic 98, Crawford, Street, Marylebone
London
W1H2HL

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 3pm
5pm - 7:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 3pm
5pm - 7:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 3pm
5pm - 7:30pm
Thursday 9am - 3pm
5pm - 7:30pm
Friday 9am - 3pm
5pm - 7:30pm
Saturday 9am - 5:30pm
Sunday 9am - 5:30pm

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when The Ear Doctor posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Sponsored

Share

Category