How to Prevent Ear Wax Build-Up, and What Not to Do at Home
What genuinely prevents ear wax build-up, what to avoid, and whether diet makes any difference. Practical advice from the GPs at Ear Care Lab.
17th August 2026
What genuinely prevents ear wax build-up, what to avoid, and whether diet makes any difference. Practical advice from the GPs at Ear Care Lab.
Ear wax is not dirt, and a build-up is not a sign that you have failed to clean your ears. What causes it, which symptoms are worth acting on, and the point at which it needs treating.
If you’re considering booking a microsuction ear wax removal appointment at Ear Care Lab, or perhaps you’ve just scheduled your first, it’s likely that you’ll
At Ear Care Lab, we are experts in all matters relating to ear wax and its safe removal. We have safely treated thousands of patients
Ear Care Lab specialises in microsuction ear wax removal, which research shows is the best way to remove ear wax. Impacted ear wax or a
Since the Ear Care Lab clinic opened in Ealing back in October 2016, we’ve been incredibly busy, delivering microsuction ear wax removal for relief from