Person hearing clearly after ear wax removal
Same-day appointments

Blocked ears? Gentle microsuction ear wax removal in Oldham.

Safe, water-free ear wax removal by a trained clinician, and you can usually hear the difference the same day. No GP referral, no long wait.

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Trained, pharmacist-led clinicUsually clearer hearing same day
From £45for both ears
10 to 15 mintypical appointment
No GPreferral needed
Same-dayappointments
Water-freemicrosuction method
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The procedure

What is microsuction?

Microsuction is the method ear specialists prefer. Instead of flushing the ear with water, your clinician uses a fine suction device and a magnified view to lift the wax out gently and precisely. It is clean, controlled and comfortable, and you can usually see and hear the difference straight away.

Carried out in person by a trained clinician, never an anonymous locum.
Microsuction ear wax removal at Oldham Clinic
No water, no flushingWax is lifted out with gentle, controlled suction. No water is pushed into the ear, so there is no mess and none of the pressure that syringing can cause.
We can see the whole timeYour clinician views deep into the ear canal under magnification throughout, so removal is precise and nothing is ever done blind.
Quick and comfortableMost appointments take 10 to 15 minutes. You will hear the suction, but people are usually surprised by how gentle it feels.
Safe for sensitive earsOften suitable for hearing aid users and for people who cannot have syringing. We check your history first and tell you honestly if it is not right for you.

Microsuction is very safe when performed by a trained clinician. Your suitability is assessed at your appointment. If we cannot safely clear the wax on the day, we will explain why and what to do next.

What to expect

Blocked ears, cleared in Oldham.

A few of the everyday reasons people book microsuction with us, and how a typical appointment goes.

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Illustrative · 60s
Came in forMonths of gradually muffled hearing on one side.
What we foundThe ear canal fully blocked with hardened wax.
OutcomeCleared in a single 15-minute visit.

“I could hear the kettle again on the drive home.”

Illustrative · 30s
Came in forA suddenly blocked ear after using cotton buds.
What we foundWax pushed down and compacted against the eardrum.
OutcomeRemoved gently in the same appointment.

“Painless, and so much quicker than I expected.”

Illustrative · 70s
Came in forHearing aids that kept whistling and cutting out.
What we foundWax built up around the aid moulds in both ears.
OutcomeBoth ears cleared and the aids fitted comfortably again.

“My hearing aids finally work the way they should.”

Illustrative examples of typical appointments, not specific patients. Individual results vary and some ears need a second visit or softening drops first. We will always tell you honestly what we find on the day.

Booking is simple

From blocked to clear, in three steps.

1
BookBook in secondsBook online or call us. Same-day, evening and Saturday slots, and no GP referral needed.
2
ClearQuick microsuctionA trained clinician gently removes the wax under magnification. Usually 10 to 15 minutes.
3
HearWalk out hearing clearlyMost people notice the difference straight away and walk out with clear, comfortable ears.
Care you can trust

Safe, pharmacist-led ear wax removal you can trust.

Inside the pharmacy
Visit us
Oldham Clinic69-71 Featherstall Rd N, Oldham OL9 6QB
Open today
Monday to Friday9:30am to 6:15pm
Saturday9:30am to 12:30pm
SundayClosed
GPhC-registered pharmacyWestwood Pharmacy Ltd, premises registration 1125265. Fully regulated.
Trained, in-person clinicianEvery microsuction is carried out in person by a trained clinician, never an anonymous locum.
Honest, no-pressure careIf we cannot safely clear your ears on the day, we tell you why and exactly what to do next.
Right here in OldhamOn Featherstall Road North, easy to reach from Oldham, Chadderton, Failsworth and Middleton.
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Good to know

Ear wax removal questions, answered.

No, it should not hurt. Most people feel only a light suction sensation and hear the sound of the device. It is far gentler than ear syringing, and there is no water and no pressure. If anything is uncomfortable, we simply pause.

Usually 10 to 15 minutes for both ears. Very stubborn or hardened wax can take a little longer, or occasionally a second visit after some softening drops.

It helps but is not always essential. Using a few drops of olive or almond oil for three to five days beforehand softens the wax and makes removal quicker. If you have not, still come in, we will assess on the day.

Yes, and it is one of the most common reasons people book. Wax builds up around hearing aid moulds and causes whistling and muffling. We clear it gently so your aids fit and work properly again.

Often yes, and microsuction is usually the preferred method in these cases because it uses no water. Please tell us at booking so your clinician can check your history and take extra care.

Syringing flushes the ear with water, done partly blind and with some pressure. Microsuction removes wax with gentle suction while your clinician sees the canal under magnification. It is cleaner, more controlled and more comfortable.

If wax is very hard, we may clear what we safely can and ask you to use softening drops for a few days before a short follow-up. We will always explain honestly what is happening and what to do next.

No. You can book directly with us, there is no referral and no waiting list.

Microsuction is £45 for both ears, or £30 for a single ear. You will always know the price before we start, with no hidden extras.

At Westwood Pharmacy, 69-71 Featherstall Road North, Oldham OL9 6QB, easy to reach from Oldham, Chadderton, Failsworth, Royton and Middleton.

Same-day and same-week appointments are usually available, including Saturday mornings. Book online or give us a call.

Clinical care at Oldham Clinic

Hear clearly again.

Book gentle microsuction ear wax removal in Oldham today. Same-day appointments, and you can usually hear the difference before you leave.

No GP referral · Trained clinician · Same-day available
Gentle microsuction ear wax removal in Oldham. Same-day, from £45.