Professional Ear Wax Removal in White Plains, NY

Blocked ears, muffled hearing, ringing, or itchiness? It might be impacted ear wax. At Listen Hear Diagnostics, Dr. Emily Esca provides safe, precise ear wax removal that clears your hearing, and gives you peace of mind, with techniques designed to protect the delicate ear canal and eardrum. Appointments available in White Plains, NY. 

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Who Benefits from Professional Ear Wax Removal?

  • People with recurring wax build-up or narrow/curved canals
  • Hearing aid wearers (wax can clog receivers and vents)
  • Frequent earbud or earplug users
  • Adults 55+ whose wax tends to be drier and stickier
  • Anyone with fullness, reduced hearing, tinnitus, dizziness, or ear pain
If you recognize yourself in that list, you’ll likely notice an immediate improvement once the obstruction is removed.

What Are the Signs You Should Get Checked?

  • Sudden or gradual muffling in one or both ears
  • “Full” or “plugged” sensation
  • Ringing (tinnitus) that increases with blockage
  • Itching or irritation in the canal
  • Feedback or poor performance from hearing aids
If symptoms come with drainage, fever, or sharp pain, tell us before your visit and we’ll adapt the plan or coordinate medical care as needed.

Why Avoid DIY Ear Cleaning?

Cotton swabs, ear candles, and metal scoops tend to push wax deeper, scratch the canal, or even perforate the eardrum. Home irrigation can also cause dizziness or infection if done incorrectly. Professional removal prevents these problems and includes a full inspection of your ear health afterward.

How Does Professional Ear Wax Removal Work Here?

  • Step 1: Visual Exam
     Dr. Emily Esca uses magnified visualization to inspect the canal and eardrum. If wax is present, she confirms the safest approach based on its location and consistency.

    Step 2: Targeted Technique

    • Microsuction: Gentle, precise vacuuming under direct visualization, fast and highly controlled.
    • Manual Removal: Fine, single-use instruments to lift or tease out wax safely.
    • Warm Irrigation (when appropriate): Low-pressure, body-temperature rinse to flush softened wax.

    Step 3: Post-Clearance Check
     Once cleared, your canal and eardrum are re-examined. If you wear hearing aids, we can clean components and verify performance in the same visit.

What Should You Expect at Your Visit?

Comfort-First Care

Most appointments take just minutes once we begin removal.

Clear Explanations

You’ll know what we see and what we’re doing at every step.

Before & After Results

You’ll feel and often immediately hear the difference.

Next Steps

If further testing or hearing-aid adjustments will help, we can handle that in-office.

Is It Safe?

Yes, when performed by a trained professional using the right technique for your ear. We avoid aggressive pressure, sharp angles, and anything that compromises the eardrum or canal skin. Tell us if you’ve had ear surgery, a tube, a perforation, active infection, or sudden severe pain, we’ll modify the plan accordingly.

How Often Should You Have Wax Removed?

There’s no one schedule that fits everyone. Many patients do well with maintenance every 6–12 months. Hearing-aid users and heavy earbud/earplug users may benefit from more frequent clean-outs to keep sound quality crisp and devices working reliably.

Can Ear Wax Really Affect Hearing Aids?

Absolutely. Wax can block receivers and vents, trigger feedback, and reduce clarity. Routine ear and device maintenance helps prevent avoidable service issues and extends the life of your technology. If you’re noticing weaker sound or whistling, a quick professional cleaning often fixes it.

What Should You (and Shouldn’t You) Do at Home?

Do:

  • Use a few drops of body-temperature mineral oil or a clinician-recommended softening agent if you tend to accumulate wax.
  • Keep hearing-aid wax guards and domes clean and replace them as instructed.

Don’t:

  • Put cotton swabs, keys, hairpins, or cameras in your ear canal.
  • Use ear candles (they’re ineffective and risky).
  • Force water into the ear or use cold water (can trigger dizziness).

If you experience sudden hearing loss, severe pain, or drainage, stop home care and contact us.

Ear Wax Removal FAQs

Will removal hurt?

Most patients describe mild pressure or brief tickling. Discomfort is rare and we will stop if you need a break.

How long does professional ear wax removal take

Most visits take 15–30 minutes once we begin removal. You’ll feel pressure or brief tickling rather than pain. If anything is uncomfortable, we can pause and adjust.

Will my tinnitus improve?

If wax is contributing to the ringing, removal often helps. If tinnitus persists, we can evaluate other causes and discuss treatment options.

What aftercare is recommended?

Keep your ears dry for 24 hours, avoid inserting objects, and call Dr. Emily if you notice persistent pain, drainage, or sudden hearing changes.

Ready for Clearer Hearing?

Why Should I Choose Listen Hear Diagnostics?

  • Doctorate-level care. Dr. Emily Esca (Au.D.) brings advanced training in ear wax removal and diagnostic audiology.
  • Hearing-aid expertise. Ear and device care in one visit, so you leave hearing your best.
  • Local, convenient, and personable. One-on-one attention in White Plains, NY with easy online booking. 

Impacted wax won’t clear itself, and DIY “fixes” make it worse. Get fast, safe relief with a professional who does this every day.

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This young lady is not only excellent as an audiologist .... she is kind and as honest as the day is long. I had broken a small part of my hearing aid and she fixed it on the spot for a minimal charge. I'm sure the previous audiologist in that same office location would have had me order a replacement hearing aid for hundreds of dollars. I give her 5 stars and more if I could.

Michael Yellen

Dr. Emily Esca is a hero and an angel! We called her on her day off the day before my mother's funeral. She found child care and drove to her office to fix my 88 year-old father's hearing aid so he could hear at the funeral. It was the most extraordinary act of human kindness and empathy during a very long week for our family. My father only referred to her as his second angel all week. If you want someone who cares deeply, you've found your doctor of Audiology.

Eric Rothstein

Emily is professional and patient, making the process of choosing hearing aids less intimidating than it could be.

Dorothy D.

Dr. Esca is very very nice and extremely helpful. I went from not wearing my hearing aids to not taking them off. She has been such a great help in my hearing journey. Thank you Dr. Emily Esca xoxo

Christine R.

I came to Dr. Esca based on internet reviews. She was so different than the first audiologist group I visited. Her exam was professional. She took the time to explain the result, and the best hearing aid for me. The first audiologist demanded $6,000 upfront (!), and was unwilling to wait for my insurance payment (which was $3,000). Also, the first audiologist upped the price from the first to the second visit by $1,000, There were no such shenanigans with Dr. Esca. She has a generous policy of revisits to make sure the hearing aid is working well, and answer any problems or concerns I had. She earns a strong 5 star rating.

Daniel P.

I recently lost one of my hearing aids and Dr. Esca was able to get a replacement for me in a very timely manner. I have been going to her for several years because of my poor hearing. She is an excellent audiologist, very caring and professional. It is a pleasure to deal with her.

Barbata P.

Dr. Esca has been amazing. My father has a complicated hearing loss and was struggling to find an appropriate hearing aide. Dr Esca was able to diagnose his issues and recommend an appropriate system. She is thorough, knowledgeable and professional. So glad we found her.

Janet McKenna