Earwax Removal in North Richland Hills
Earwax (cerumen) is a natural and protective substance produced by the ear canal. However, when it accumulates to excess, it can cause hearing loss, discomfort, and even infection. North Hills ENT in North Richland Hills offers safe, professional earwax removal for patients of all ages.
What Does Earwax Do?
Cerumen protects the ear canal by trapping dust, debris, and microorganisms, preventing them from reaching the eardrum. It also lubricates the canal and has mild antibacterial properties. In most people, the ear is self-cleaning — old earwax migrates out naturally. Problems arise when production exceeds the ear’s ability to clear it.
Symptoms of Earwax Buildup
- Feeling of fullness or plugged sensation in the ear
- Reduced or muffled hearing
- Tinnitus (ringing or buzzing)
- Earache or pressure
- Itching inside the ear canal
- Dizziness in some cases
- Coughing (vagal reflex triggered by pressure on the ear canal)
What Not to Do
Avoid inserting cotton swabs, bobby pins, or other objects into the ear canal — this pushes wax deeper and risks perforating the eardrum. Ear candling is also strongly discouraged by medical professionals as it is ineffective and potentially harmful.
Professional Earwax Removal at North Hills ENT
Our team uses safe, proven methods tailored to your ear anatomy and the type of impaction:
Irrigation/Lavage
Warm water gently flushes out loosened wax
Manual Removal with Curette or Loop
Direct visualization and instrument removal
Microsuction
Gentle suction under direct visualization — preferred for perforated eardrums or narrow canals
Schedule Earwax Removal
Don’t risk your hearing with at-home methods. Visit North Hills ENT in North Richland Hills for professional, comfortable earwax removal. Patients from North Richland Hills, Fort Worth, Hurst, and surrounding areas are welcome. Contact us or call 817-859-8999 to book your appointment.