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Wax suction

Healthy ears contain wax, which is produced by a special lining in the ear canal. Wax protects the ear and helps prevent infection by trapping micro-organisms, dirt and other irritants. Wax is constantly travelling towards the outer ear where it can drop out. In a normal ear, wax is produced in the ear canal and slowly moves towards the entrance of the ear canal – at about the rate that your fingernails grow. This process can slow down as we age, and wax can get stuck in the ear canal.

If you use hearing aids, the aids themselves can push wax back down the canal and cause it to build up.

Wax can also build up and become impacted if you use cotton buds

Microsuction is the preferred method of ear wax removal and offers several benefits compared to irrigation such as:

  • The procedure is quicker.
  • Your doctor can clearly see inside your ear during the procedure.
  • Microsuction doesn’t expose your ear canal to moisture.

Unlike irrigation, microsuction can often be performed on people who have:

Our registered nurses at Kapiti Hearing, Waikanae, will safely remove excess wax from your ears using microsuction. 

Are you missing out on the sounds around you? Our fully-qualified MNZAS audiologists can help.

Kapiti Hearing is an independent owner-operated audiology and hearing aid clinic, offering first-class hearing services and advice on all your hearing needs. Kapiti Hearing specialises in personalised, patient-centered care with our qualified audiologists who take the time to fully assess your hearing needs.  With audiology clinics in Waikanae and Raumati Beach, our practice is convenient for Kapiti residents and beyond. Find out how we can help you by contacting Kapiti Hearing today.

Our Team

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Jeanie Morrison-Low, MAud, MNZAS

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Eloise Koenig, MAud MNZAS

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Katie Sawaya, AuD, MNZAS

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John Dobbs, AuD, MNZAS

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Debra, Office Manager

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Ness Stanley, Raumati Receptionist

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Tiffany Britton, Waikanae Receptionist

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We are an independent audiology clinic in Kapiti. Our professional audiologists encourage you to bring whanau, friend or loved one with you to your appointment.