4.9Ear Wax · North Evington

Ear Wax Removal in North Evington

Microsuction in 20 minutes — instant relief, no syringing, no mess. Three miles from North Evington at Clarendon Pharmacy on Welford Road.

ENT-grade equipmentSame-day appointments20-minute appointmentsNo GP referral
Microsuction ear wax removal at Clarendon Pharmacy Leicester
Why North Evington residents come to us

Hearing dulled, ears blocked, that uncomfortable pressure? We sort it in one visit.

If your ears feel blocked, your hearing has gone dull, or that pressure won't shift — chances are it's wax. North Evington residents have a microsuction clinic three miles west on Welford Road — Clarendon Pharmacy, about 12 minutes by car across the city. No syringing, no water flushing, no mess. The whole appointment takes around 20 minutes.

Clarendon Pharmacy runs daily microsuction appointments led by clinicians trained in ENT-grade ear examination. We use professional Tympahealth suction equipment — the same kit ENT departments use — to gently remove wax under direct vision through a binocular microscope. You can SEE what's coming out, and you can hear the difference the moment the canal clears.

Most appointments are one-and-done. Some patients with very impacted wax need a follow-up to soften the remainder using olive oil drops for 3–5 days, then return. We'll tell you on the day if that's likely. Same-day availability for most weeks.

NHS ear wax removal services were largely decommissioned across England in 2019 — most GP surgeries no longer offer it, and where it IS available the wait can be months. Private microsuction is the routine route now. Book online or walk in, and you'll be hearing clearly the same day.

What's included

What's included in your microsuction appointment.

Full otoscopic exam, both ears done if needed, pre and post check. Aftercare advice included.

ENT-grade equipment

Microsuction technique

20-minute appointments

Pre-procedure exam

Clinician-led

No referral needed

How it works

Three steps from blocked to clear.

Exam, microsuction, you walk out. Usually under 20 minutes.

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Step 01

Quick check

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Step 02

Microsuction

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Step 03

Walk out clear

Find us

Three miles from North Evington. Free patient parking.

Walk-in welcome Monday to Saturday. Same-day bookings available most of the time.

From North Evington
3 miDistance
12 minsDrive time

East across the city, just north of Evington Road. 12 minutes by car.

Address
Clarendon Pharmacy
272 Welford Road, Leicester
LE2 6BD
0116 270 3477Get directions on Google Maps
Opening hours
  • Mon09:00 – 19:00
  • Tue09:00 – 19:00
  • Wed09:00 – 19:00
  • Thu09:00 – 19:00
  • Fri09:00 – 19:00
  • Sat09:00 – 17:00
  • SunClosed
FAQ

Common questions about ear wax microsuction.

If your question isn't here, give us a call and we'll talk it through.

Yes — microsuction is the safest professional ear wax removal method. No water, no risk of pushing wax further in, no infection risk from contaminated water. Only common side effect is brief loud noise during the procedure.
Most patients describe it as uncomfortable rather than painful. The suction can feel cold and sound loud. We stop if you feel any pain — that's a sign of something else (perforation, infection) that needs ENT not suction.
Pricing varies — see our booking page for current rates. The appointment fee includes the otoscopic exam, the procedure itself, and post-procedure check. No hidden costs.
Most people stay wax-free for 6–18 months. Some produce wax faster (genetic, age-related, hearing-aid users) and need quarterly appointments. We'll advise on home maintenance.
Not always — but it helps if your wax is impacted. 5 nights of softening drops before the appointment usually means we can clear both ears in one go. If you book in advance we'll advise.
NHS England decommissioned ear wax removal from primary care in 2019 because audiology was considered the appropriate route. In practice, NHS audiology waiting lists for ear wax are 12–24+ months in most areas. Private microsuction filled the gap.
Especially yes — hearing aids trap wax in the canal, which blocks the receiver and reduces aid performance. We see lots of hearing-aid users for routine maintenance. Bring your aids.
Clarendon Pharmacy, 272 Welford Road, Leicester LE2 6BD. Free patient parking on-site. From North Evington it's about 12 minutes by car — east across the city, then south on Welford Road. Book online or call 0116 270 3477.
Written & medically reviewed by Mohammed Kolia, MPharm, IP · GPhC reg. 2073260 · Last reviewed 12 May 2026 · Verify
Sources

References for this page

Every clinical claim above is sourced from an authoritative public reference.

  1. 01
    NHSNHS
    Earwax build-up — causes, symptoms and treatment optionshttps://www.nhs.uk/conditions/earwax-build-up/Accessed 12 May 2026
  2. 02
    NICE CKSNICE
    Earwax — Clinical Knowledge Summaryhttps://cks.nice.org.uk/topics/earwax/Accessed 12 May 2026
  3. 03
    ENT UKREGULATOR
    Ear wax management — professional guidelineshttps://www.entuk.org/Accessed 12 May 2026
  4. 04
    NHS EnglandNHS
    Commissioning Framework for Ear and Hearing Serviceshttps://www.england.nhs.uk/Accessed 12 May 2026
  5. 05
    General Pharmaceutical CouncilGPHC
    Register entry — Mohammed Kolia (Reg. 2073260)https://www.pharmacyregulation.org/registers/pharmacist/2073260Accessed 12 May 2026
  6. 06
    British Society of AudiologyREGULATOR
    Practice guidance on cerumen managementhttps://www.thebsa.org.uk/Accessed 12 May 2026

Information on this page is for general guidance. Suitability for microsuction depends on individual ear-canal anatomy and history. An otoscopic exam at your appointment determines what's appropriate.

Written by
Mohammed Kolia · MPharm, IP
GPhC reg. 2073260 · Verify on GPhC register

Lead pharmacist and superintendent at Clarendon Pharmacy. GPhC-registered Independent Prescriber (reg. 2073260).

Ears feeling blocked?

Get your hearing back in one 20-minute appointment.

Same-day microsuction three miles west of North Evington on Welford Road. Walk in hearing dull, walk out clear. 20-minute appointment.

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