Whether or not you have heard of the dangers of using cotton swabs in your ears, it is still a common mistake that many people make. It seems like cotton swabs would be the only logical way to clean out earwax, water, and dirt. Although having clean ears prevents infection, cotton swabs are not the […]
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Surprising Facts About Earwax
If you’re like most people, you probably don’t give too much thought to earwax. You might even think it’s gross. But it can be fascinating in its own way, too. And if you want to maintain the health of your ears, it pays to learn a thing or two about earwax. Today, we’re going to […]
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Signs You Need Earwax Removal
Most people don’t concern themselves too much about the build-up of earwax. With regular maintenance, you should be able to say on top of things without the need for a professional’s intervention. However, a surprising amount of people end up in need of professional ear wax removal. Curious if you might need such a procedure? […]
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Ear Wax, And How To Reduce It
When analyzing our ears and how they work, one of the first things to recognize is the presence of ear wax. Specifically, how ear wax can impact our ability to properly hear and our overall health. Contrary to popular belief, the wax in our ears actually acts as a cleaning tool. It is created by […]
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What is Ear Wax Removal and When Do You Need It?
Ear wax removal is a procedure that many different people, of all ages, need to hear clearly. Of course, it’s important to visit your doctor at Bay Area Audiology to determine if the problem is related to ear wax build-up or something else. What exactly is ear wax removal and when should you need the […]
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The Risks of Removing Ear Wax on Your Own
Here’s an important fact that not many are aware of: ear wax is actually a cleaning agent for your ear. A lot of people are under the impression that ear wax is a bad thing, and something that needs to be removed. But that’s simply not the case; ear wax can actually be really beneficial […]
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Hearing Aid Care and Maintenance 101
Hearing aids, like all medical devices, need regular maintenance. Most intensive maintenance and cleaning procedures should be performed by a professional, but there are tasks you can carry out on your own. Regular, general care of your hearing aid is what is going to increase its lifespan, so it can continue to make your life […]
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You’re Cleaning Your Ears in All the Wrong Ways
Hey, you! Put down that cotton swab! For some of us, it’s nearly impossible to resist the urge to clean our ears on a regular basis. It’s not uncommon to feel unclean or unkempt due to the feeling of earwax–otherwise known as cerumen–in your ear. A lot of people tend to clean out their ears […]
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Tips for Getting Rid of Earwax
Earwax is one of those facts of life that we all wish would disappear. But it is indeed something that we all experience. Although it’s healthy that our bodies produce earwax, it’s probably not on anyone’s list of favorites. Everyone has their own method of cleaning out their ears, some safer than others, but we […]
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The Dangers of Cotton Swabs for Your Ears
Often times, people view ear wax as something that is gross and unsanitary. Because of this, when people notice ear wax is in their ears, they may try to clean it out with a cotton swab. While this may seem like a good idea, cotton swabs can actually push wax further inside of your ear […]
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