Ear wax is a yellowish waxy substance produced by the glands in the ear canal. The glands produce the wax in small quantities and are responsible for cleaning, protection and lubrication of ear canal. It somewhat forms the barrier for insects, fungi and bacteria and thus protects the ear from infection. The ear wax is produced and comes out of the ear naturally. Sometimes the ear wax is produced in large quantities it can lead to blockage, itchiness and can impair hearing. This condition occurs very rarely as ear canal is a self-cleansing organ which does not require special attention under normal conditions.

The ear wax which emerges naturally need to be removed carefully. The ear canal can be easily cleansed using sea water ear spray daily. Some people try to remove the ear wax with the help of hair grip, finger or cotton bud which compacts the wax and makes it tough and hard. People with the wrong notion that they can remove ear wax with the help of these things; actually take risks with the eardrum which is very delicate. There are other safe ways to remove ear wax without causing damage to the ear drums. Those people who wash their hair daily need not to worry about cleaning their ears.

There are quite a number of methods to remove ear wax, there are even home remedies but some conscious people prefer to go to the doctor and take his advice to remove wax without any harm to the ear. A curette or ear prick is one such method. The curette with safety stop which prevent deep insertion can be used by any one otherwise curette method is done with the hands of professional s only.