Ear Health
Blocked ears, cleared in one appointment
Gentle ear microsuction at our Eastwood pharmacy — £55 flat fee, both ears, no referral needed. Most people walk out hearing clearly again.
Google Rating
4.4
Same-week appointments on Nottingham Road
Muffled hearing is miserable. It doesn't have to last.
Ear wax build-up causes blocked ears, muffled hearing, itching and sometimes ringing. Microsuction clears it gently, and you'll know within minutes whether it's worked.
This week · Nottingham Road
Who's looking in your ears
Ear microsuction is a clinical procedure. Here's exactly who performs it at Eastwood Health, and how to check us before you book.
What your appointment includes
Your appointment
Use Otex drops for 4 days
Softening the wax first makes removal quicker and more comfortable — ask us if you're not sure which to use
4 days before
Tell us your ear history
Any surgery, grommets, perforation or current infection — it changes what's safe to do
When you book
Book your slot
Mon–Fri appointments on Nottingham Road, usually available the same week
20 minutes
We examine both ears
Using an otoscope, to see how much wax there is and check your ear drum
First 5 min
Microsuction, ear by ear
Gentle suction under direct vision. It's noisy but shouldn't hurt — tell us any time if you want a pause
10–15 min
We check the result together
You'll know before you leave whether your ears are clear and your hearing has improved
Before you go
Aftercare advice
What's normal, what isn't, and when to call us or your GP
Same day
If wax remains
Occasionally very hard wax needs more softening and a second visit — we'll tell you honestly and agree the plan
Discussed on the day
Any concerns after
Call us on 01773 317873 — we'd rather hear from you than have you worry
Any time
Timings are typical — your appointment is led by what we find on the day
Drops, syringing or microsuction?
Drops alone work for plenty of people, and are always worth trying first. Here's what changes when they don't shift it.
Drops and waiting
Cheap, easy and often enough on their own — the sensible first step for mild build-up.
You can't see what's happening
Softening works blind, so it's hard to know whether the wax is shifting or simply settling deeper.
Slow going with hard wax
Well-impacted wax can take weeks of drops, and sometimes doesn't clear at all.
Water-based methods aren't for everyone
Irrigation flushes water into the ear, so it isn't suitable if you've had perforation, surgery or repeated infections.
NHS access varies
Many GP practices no longer offer wax removal, so waits and availability differ from place to place.
Eastwood Health · microsuction
A clinician looking directly into your ear while the wax comes out — and an answer the same appointment.
We see what we're removing
Microsuction is done under direct vision, so nothing is guessed at and your ear drum is checked along the way.
Usually one visit
Four days of drops beforehand, then most ears clear in a single 20-minute appointment.
No water involved
Because nothing is flushed in, microsuction suits many people who can't have irrigation.
Booked when you need it
Call 01773 317873 for a same-week slot on Nottingham Road — £55, or £10 if your ears are already clear.
Kind words from our patients
Other services at our pharmacy
Convenient, confidential care from your local pharmacy team — with appointments available for selected services.
Frequently Asked Questions
A trained clinician gently removes excess earwax using a precise suction device. We’ll assess your ears first and explain each step before treatment.
We’ll discuss your goals, health history and suitable support options in a private consultation, with ongoing check-ins where appropriate.
Cryotherapy is coming soon. Leave your details and we’ll let you know as soon as appointments open.
Appointments are recommended so we can give you dedicated time. Use the form to request a suitable slot and our team will confirm availability.
Of course. Speak to our pharmacy team if you’re unsure which service is right for you or whether you’re suitable for treatment.
Find us
Eastwood Health
106 Nottingham Road
Eastwood, Nottingham
NG16 3NP
Opening hours
Monday to Friday
9:30am – 5:30pm
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
Contact
Call us during opening hours to book or ask a question.
GPhC registered pharmacy 9012726
Superintendent Pharmacist: Rikesh Patel
Book your ear microsuction appointment
Pick a time that suits you. Remember to start your ear drops four days beforehand — and tell us about any ear surgery, grommets or infection when you book.
