Hearing Loss Articles

Close-up of a human ear with visible earwax in the ear canal. The skin around the ear appears smooth and slightly reddish. The focus is on the earwax inside the ear.

What Causes Earwax Buildup?

Did you know earwax is an essential part of healthy hearing? Discover what causes it, why it’s necessary, and when it becomes a problem here.

A person holding a burning ear candle next to someones ear during an ear candling session. The candle is lit and the setting appears calm, with dim lighting and focus on the persons hands and the candle.

The Truth About Ear Candling

Ear candling is a method some people use to remove earwax from their ears, but this method is not recommended and may even be dangerous.