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Earwax removal: professional cleaning near you


Clear hearing helps you stay connected to the world around you. Sometimes, though, something as simple as a build-up of earwax can affect your hearing and comfort.

Our professional earwax removal service is available at selected Boots Hearingcare locations across Ireland. Customers aged 50 and over can benefit from free earwax removal, while appointments for those under 50 are available for €70.

Our experienced clinicians use safe, effective techniques to gently remove earwax and help restore comfortable hearing. The procedure is quick, professional and designed to put you at ease, so you can trust us to look after your ears with care and confidence.

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Why choose earwax removal with Boots Hearingcare?

Clinician-led care

Your earwax removal is carried out by trained healthcare professionals, so your ears are always in safe hands.

Safe, gentle techniques

We use microsuction, a clinically recommended method that's quick, precise and comfortable.

Free for over 50s

Our earwax removal service is free for customers aged 50 or over. Customers under 50 can book an appointment for €70.

Quick appointments

Most appointments take around 30 minutes, making them easy to fit into your day.

Comfortable experience

Microsuction is generally pain-free and well tolerated, even for sensitive ears.

Convenient locations

With Boots Hearingcare stores across the Republic of Ireland, earwax removal near you is easy to find.

How our earwax removal service works

Our earwax removal service follows a simple, professional process to ensure your treatment is safe and effective. Your clinician will check your ears, confirm that removal is suitable, and gently remove the earwax using microsuction. They'll explain each step and answer any questions along the way.

What to do before your appointment

A little preparation can help make your appointment as safe and effective as possible. Following these steps supports good ear care and helps your clinician achieve the best result.

Before you visit us:

• Keep your ears clean and dry, and avoid inserting cotton buds or other objects into your ears.

• Soften earwax if advised, ear drops can help, and you can browse our range of ear hygiene products online.

• Bring a list of any medications you're currently taking, if applicable.

• Make sure you're feeling well on the day, if not, it may be best to reschedule.

Please call us before booking if any of the following apply:

• You have diabetes

• You have high or low blood pressure

• You experience a dry or tickly throat when lying flat

• You've had ear surgery, a perforated eardrum, or frequent ear infections

• You feel dizzy, faint, or unwell when having procedures done

Our team will be happy to talk things through and make sure the service is right for you.

When to speak to your Doctor

In some situations, it may not be safe or appropriate for our clinicians to carry out earwax removal. Your wellbeing always comes first, and treatment will only go ahead if it's clinically suitable.

If earwax removal isn't suitable at your appointment, your clinician will explain why and guide you on the next steps. If you're unsure whether treatment is right for you, please contact us before booking, we're happy to offer advice and reassurance.

Where can I get earwax removal near me?

Boots Hearingcare offers professional earwax removal at selected stores across the ROI, making it easy to access expert care close to home. Use our store locator to find your nearest Boots Hearingcare centre and check availability in your area.

If you've searched for ear wax extraction near me or ears syringed near me, Boots Hearingcare provides a safe and professional alternative with modern microsuction techniques.

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How much does earwax removal cost?


Our professional earwax removal service includes:

• An ear health check

• Microsuction earwax removal

• A free hearing health check

• Treatment by trained practitioners

• Convenient locations within selected Boots stores

*Earwax removal is free for customers aged 50 and over. For customers under 50, the service costs €70.

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Should I remove earwax?

Earwax plays an important role in keeping your ears healthy. It helps protect the ear canal from dust, dirt, and bacteria, and keeps the skin inside your ears moisturised. In most cases, your ears naturally clean themselves, so routine earwax removal isn't needed.

However, earwax can sometimes build up and cause symptoms such as muffled hearing, discomfort, itching, a feeling of fullness, or ringing in the ears (tinnitus). When earwax becomes impacted, professional earwax removal can help relieve symptoms safely and effectively.

The need for earwax removal varies from person to person. If you notice ongoing symptoms or changes in your hearing, it's best to seek professional advice rather than trying to remove earwax yourself.

Not sure if you need earwax removal? Contact us for professional advice.

How often should you have the treatment?

Everyone makes different amounts of wax and at different speeds. Some people need regular appointments to manage this, others only need occasional ones. Your practitioner will recommend what’s best for you.

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Frequently asked questions

Offer available in Boots Hearingcare stores based in the Republic of Ireland only. UK stores are not participating. Offer available to customers aged 50 years and over only. Customers under the age of 50 will be charged €70 for the earwax removal services. Proof of age may be required at the time of appointment. Offer is subject to appointment availability. This offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other promotion, discount, or offer. Boots Hearingcare reserves the right to amend or withdraw this offer at any time without prior notice. Earwax removal is subject to a clinical assessment and may not be suitable for all customers. No cash alternative is available.

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