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Are waterpiks safe for ear wax?

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Dr. David Martin answered

Specializes in ENT - Head & Neck Surgery

Ear flushing: Waterpiks use high pressure water, and i would be concerned about damage to the ear drum with this. I wouldn't use anything stronger than the bulb syringe that comes with the wax removal kits you can get at the drug store.

Dr Gallia agreed

Answered 10/13/2015

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