If you’re struggling with blocked ears, hearing loss, discomfort, or ringing in your ears, you may have a build-up of earwax. At Private Clinic Norfolk, located inside OnlineChemist, 82 Middleton Road, Gorleston, we offer safe and effective earwax removal for patients across Great Yarmouth, Caister, Lowestoft, and surrounding areas.
Earwax (also known as cerumen) is a natural substance produced by glands in your ear canal. It helps protect your ears from dirt, bacteria, and foreign particles.
Normally, earwax moves out of the ear canal naturally. However, some people produce too much wax or it becomes hard and impacted. Common causes of build-up include:
Using cotton buds
Narrow ear canals
Wearing hearing aids or earplugs
Age-related changes
Skin conditions like eczema or psoriasis
Avoid the following, as they can push the wax deeper or damage your ear:
Cotton buds (Q-tips)
Hairpins or tweezers
Ear candles (unproven and dangerous)
DIY syringing kits
If you have any of the following, you may benefit from professional earwax removal:
Muffled hearing
Earache or discomfort
Feeling of fullness in the ear
Ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
Itchiness in the ear canal
Dizziness or balance issues
We offer professional ear syringing, also known as ear irrigation, using warm water to safely flush out earwax.
Initial ear examination using an otoscope
Advice on softening drops (e.g. olive oil or sodium bicarbonate)
Gentle irrigation of the ear canal
Post-removal check to ensure ears are clear
🕒 The whole process typically takes 20–30 minutes.
We are pleased to announce that we’ll soon be offering ear microsuction, the gold-standard method used by ENT specialists. It uses a small suction device and a microscope to remove earwax safely, gently, and without water – ideal for those with perforated eardrums or previous ear surgery.
We are your trusted earwax removal clinic based in Gorleston, welcoming patients from:
Great Yarmouth
Caister-on-Sea
Lowestoft
Hopton
Bradwell
Belton
Burgh Castle
and surrounding villages.
Our clinic is easy to access, with free parking available outside. We are open Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Ear Examination | £20 (redeemable against treatment) |
| One Ear Irrigation | £45 |
| Both Ears Irrigation | £65 |
Microsuction pricing will be added once available.
Private Clinic Norfolk
Inside OnlineChemist
82 Middleton Road, Gorleston
Great Yarmouth, Norfolk NR31 7AH
✔ Experienced clinician – Pharmacist Independent Prescriber
✔ Clean, clinical environment inside a registered pharmacy
✔ Fast appointment availability
✔ Friendly, professional care
✔ Trusted by local patients
Appointments are required and usually available within a few days.
📍 Visit us at: 82 Middleton Road, Gorleston, NR31 7AH
📞 Call: 01493 600610
🔗 Book Online
Searching for earwax removal near Gorleston, Great Yarmouth or Lowestoft? We are ideally located:
5 mins from James Paget Hospital
10 mins from Lowestoft
On direct bus routes from Great Yarmouth & Caister
“Fantastic service – I had both ears cleaned and could hear clearly again. The pharmacist was very knowledgeable and explained everything well.”
– Sarah M, Caister-on-Sea
“Quick appointment, no pain, and excellent results. Highly recommended.”
– John T, Great Yarmouth
Do I need to soften the wax before the appointment?
Yes, we recommend using olive oil drops 3 drops 3 times a day for 3–5 days before your visit.
Is the procedure painful?
No, most patients find it comfortable and even satisfying.
How often should I get earwax removed?
It varies – some people never need it, others benefit from 1–2 times per year.
