Ear wax impaction is a ubiquitous problem. An estimated 2.3 million people in the United Kingdom (UK) each year suffer impaction significant enough to warrant intervention.1 In the United States, approximately 150,000 wax removals are performed each week2, and in 2012 the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid services spent $46.8 million in reimbursements for this […]
Category: Hearing Health
How Ear Wax Removal Can Improve Your Hearing Health
Ear wax buildup is one of the most common yet overlooked causes of hearing loss. While many people view cerumen – the medical term for ear wax – as nothing more than an annoying bodily secretion, the reality is far more nuanced. Excessive ear wax accumulation can significantly impair your ability to hear, affecting your […]
