Ear moulds (Dulwich)
Making earmoulds (Lordship Lane Surgery)
Service Description
For several reasons you may benefit from making new earmoulds: - Your hearing loss is severe to profound and you need earmoulds - Your current earmoulds are old and cracked and make your ears ache - Your current earmoulds do not make a good seal hence you hear feedback all the time - Your hearing aids do not stay in your ears and your audiologist advises using earmoulds What to expect from a session to make new earmoulds? A full examination of your ear canal and your eardrums, cleaning of your ears (microsuction) before taking the impressions (if needed), taking impressions from your ear, sending your impressions to the lab to make new earmoulds, a follow-up meeting to come back and fit your new earmoulds. What is the outcome of this service? - A pair of earmoulds for hearing aids What audiology labs do we make moulds in? We work closely with the audiology lab of the major hearing aid suppliers. What would be the material for my new earmoulds? You'll have the choice of acrylic or silicon for your new earmoulds. In the session, we will discuss the pros and cons of each option so you can make an informed decision. Do you make special earmoulds such as C-Shell (Phonak) and tip-mould for RIC hearing aids? Yes, please discuss special earmoulds with the audiologist in the appointment. Additional charges may apply. Why choose HearingNow for your hearing care? - Professional and qualified hearing aid audiologists - A full written report that is acceptable by your GP/ENT (for follow-up) - Unbiased view on the range of available technologies and hearing aids - Affordable fees
You consent that the earwax will be removed from your ears by suction through the tube. Your Aural Care Professional has undertaken training in wax removal and will use best practice procedures to minimise any risk of harm. However, even when performed with the utmost care, there are risks involved in wax removal. These risks include: ● damage to the skin of the ear canal or the eardrum during the procedure ● infection of the ear canal or other ear structures following the procedure ● temporary or permanent reduction in hearing ● temporary dizziness and (rarely) possible sickness or fainting ● triggering of new tinnitus or temporary aggravation of existing tinnitus ● temporary irritation to the throat, especially if already dry, tickly or sensitive Sometimes, depending on the amount and consistency of the wax and your comfort, it may not be possible to remove all of the wax in one visit. If this situation occurs, the Aural Care Professional will stop the procedure, and you will be advised to continue to use a wax softener for a few days; a follow-up appointment will be planned to have the remainder removed. If any referral conditions are observed, your Aural Care Professional would refer you to your GP. Most commonly, this is because: ● Evidence of a recent or previous infection has been discovered ● Evidence of recent or previous damage or disruption to the ear has been discovered ● The wax removal procedure has made you feel unwell ● The wax is too difficult to remove without discomfort ● A foreign object has been discovered in the ear By ticking this consent policy, you will accept that - You have read the information above and understand there are risks involved. You give your consent to allow the Aural Care Professional to remove wax from my ear using the safest and most appropriate method for the amount and consistency of wax discovered. - You understand that the removal may take more than one visit and that it may be necessary to refer you to a medical professional if any complications arise. - You agree to have the image of my ear recorded by a video otoscope before and after the procedure, and give your consent for those images to be stored digitally in my clinical notes.