08/04/2026
Do you clean your ears with Q-Tips? You may want to think twice.
Earwax isn't something your body accidentally produces—it's actually there to help protect your ears. But when earwax builds up, it can lead to symptoms like muffled hearing, ear pressure, ringing in the ears, and discomfort.
One of the biggest misconceptions? That cotton swabs are the best way to clean your ears. In reality, they often push wax deeper into the ear canal, making the problem worse.
In our latest blog, you'll learn:
✔ Why earwax is important
✔ Signs of impacted earwax
✔ What ENT specialists recommend—and what they don't
✔ When it's time to schedule an evaluation
Learn the signs of impacted earwax, when earwax cleaning is needed, and why professional earwax removal is the safest treatment. Schedule an ENT evaluation.