Doctors specializing in multiple areas of ear care explain how to maintain optimal ear health without overdoing it.

Maintaining ear health involves understanding safe cleaning practices and avoiding harmful methods. Earwax protects the ears, but buildup can cause impaction, leading to discomfort and hearing issues.

A medical professional can complete the cleaning in one or two sessions, manually clearing the ear canal, or using warm water ...

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You've probably used cotton swabs to clean your ears. Here's why ENTs say you shouldn't. (Getty Images) "Don’t put anything smaller than your elbow in your ear." It's the kind of thing you may have ...

Earwax naturally protects your ears but can cause blockage and hearing issues if excessive. Avoid inserting fingers, sharp objects, or cotton swabs, a ...

However, Medicare will cover cleaning if you have a serious earwax buildup that’s causing you pain or trouble hearing. You might be able to get coverage for other types of ear cleanings if you have a ...