Safe, instant relief via gold-standard microsuction and same-day ear infection treatment. Every appointment includes a high-resolution endoscopic exam — because wax is often not the whole story.
Every appointment includes a full endoscopic assessment. If we find something beyond wax, we treat it or prioritise a referral in the same visit.
Included in every visit
Our high-resolution digital otoscopes deliver a magnified, crystal-clear view of your ear canal and eardrum — revealing conditions a standard auriscope simply cannot detect.
Same-day, no GP needed
Private same-day treatment for ear infections. Prescribing (Otomize® or Otigo® spray) is based directly on your endoscopic findings and dispensed on-site.
When you need specialist care
When our findings suggest complications beyond our scope — suspected cholesteatoma, foreign bodies, structural issues — we act immediately, not in two weeks.
Microsuction is the method of choice recommended by ENT specialists worldwide. Here's why it outperforms every alternative.
Direct visualisation via digital otoscope throughout. No blind instruments enter the canal at any point.
Completely dry procedure. Zero risk of trapped moisture, secondary infection, or canal irritation.
Unlike irrigation, microsuction is clinically safe even where eardrum perforation is present or suspected.
Wax removed in a single session. Most patients report immediate, noticeable hearing improvement on the day.
No softening drops needed before your appointment — unlike irrigation, which often requires 5 days of drops first.
Every session includes an endoscopic examination. Infections and perforations are caught and treated — not missed.
Not all ear wax removal is equal. See how microsuction compares across every clinically relevant criterion.
| Method | No water | Safe for perforations | Instant results | No pre-drops | Infection check |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Microsuction Recommended | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ear Irrigation | ✕ | ✕ | ✓ | ✕ | ✕ |
| Ear Drops Alone | ✕ | ~ | ✕ | ✕ | ✕ |
| Cotton Buds | ✓ | ✕ | ~ | ✓ | ✕ |
~ Partial: clinically context-dependent. Cotton buds are not a recommended clinical method — they typically compact wax deeper into the canal.
A transparent, step-by-step view of every microsuction appointment at MediPill. Most patients leave with immediate, noticeable hearing improvement.
Ear health history, current symptoms and medications reviewed. We confirm microsuction is right for you.
High-resolution digital otoscope inspection of both ears — wax, infection, inflammation and eardrum integrity assessed.
Precision low-pressure suction under direct visualisation. No water, no instruments in the canal. Typically painless.
Otomize® or Otigo® spray dispensed same-day for infections. Prioritised GP or NHS audiology referral if needed.
Personalised ear hygiene guidance, preventative softening drops advice and a take-home aftercare leaflet.
Microsuction appointments are delivered at our two specialist ear-care branches. Both clinics offer a private consultation room, on-site dispensary, and same-day appointments (subject to availability).
GPhC 1043427 · Oxford OX2
GPhC 1043429 · Oxford OX2
Every appointment includes the full endoscopic examination, the microsuction procedure itself, and aftercare advice. Same-day express appointments are available for an additional £25 fee.
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