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403 McBrien Rd, East Ridge, TN 37412403 McBrien Rd
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
4.8(6.8k reviews)
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Physicians Care, East Ridge - 403 McBrien Rd, East Ridge
Appointment on time , easy schedule, staff very good and friendly.

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400 Battlefield Pkwy, Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742400 Battlefield Pkwy
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
4.78(4.9k reviews)
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Physicians Care, Fort Oglethorpe - 400 Battlefield Pkwy
They took my issues seriously and truly care about my comfort and health. They were so nice and helped me feel cared for.

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1521 Gunbarrel Rd, Chattanooga, TN 374211521 Gunbarrel Rd
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
4.81(7.4k reviews)
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AFC Urgent Care, Chattanooga - 1521 Gunbarrel Rd, Chattanooga
Came in not knowing if I had pulled a muscle or if I was having a more serious medical emergency. The staff took great care of me from triage to X-ray to diagnosis by Dr Jill. My fears were calmed and I was treated with great dignity. I will definitely recommend this place to coworkers and friends!

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2021 Hamilton Pl Blvd, Chattanooga, TN 374212021 Hamilton Pl Blvd
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
4.7(4.3k reviews)
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Physicians Care, Chattanooga (Hamilton Place) - 2021 Hamilton Pl Blvd, Chattanooga
The Dr and staff were great So Thankful

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419 N Market St, Chattanooga, TN 37405419 N Market St
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
4.84(5.3k reviews)
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Physicians Care, Chattanooga (NorthShore) - 419 N Market St, Chattanooga
I had flu-like symptoms before going to work at the hospital. I was sent to the doctor and they took such great care of me. The provider and staff were all helpful. It was very easy to schedule an appointment online for urgent needs to hold your spot. I recommend them for any urgent care needs!

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4747 TN-58, Chattanooga, TN 374164747 TN-58
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
4.77(3.8k reviews)
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Physicians Care, Chattanooga (Highway 58) - 4747 TN-58, Chattanooga
Woke up  not feeling well again.  We just couldn’t seem to get any relief at all.   We went to Physicians care and received excellent care.   The dr was very knowledgeable and concerned.   We tested positive for flu type A.   She made sure we had the medication we needed to start getting well.   I will definitely be back in the future and I will recommend it to everyone I know.   The nurse was excellent as well.   Very clean facility.

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4490 Hixson Pike, Hixson, TN 373434490 Hixson Pike
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
4.69(4.7k reviews)
Physicians Care, Hixson - 4490 Hixson Pike, Hixson
I got right in to see the doctor. Everyone was very kind and considerate. My first choice when I need to see a doctor.

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5546 TN-153, Chattanooga, TN 373435546 TN-153
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
4.79(1.7k reviews)
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AFC Urgent Care, Hixson  - 5546 TN-153
Walk in and found it easy to check in and the wait time was not that long as much other places would have been. The nurse practitioner was very friendly and considerate.

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9058 Old Lee Hwy, Ooltewah, TN 373639058 Old Lee Hwy
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
4.8(7.5k reviews)
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AFC Urgent Care, Ooltewah - 9058 Old Lee Hwy, Ooltewah
Selina, the MA, was great. She was calm and explained everything she was doing. She was very sweet and made extra effort to make my daughter feel Comfortable. We were there right a closing and they all treated us as if we were the first of the day. Selina was gentle with the strep swab she had to do. Most make my daughter gag but she never even coughed this time. Brian the NP was super personable and friendly. He explained a lot of the “why” behind things and showed that he cared in how he listened. This was one of our more pleasant visits!

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1302 W Walnut Ave, Dalton, GA 307201302 W Walnut Ave
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
4.84(558 reviews)
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AFC Urgent Care, Dalton - 1302 W Walnut Ave
Nicki took great care of my daughter and was very kind. We will definitely be back.

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1209 W Walnut Ave, Dalton, GA 307201209 W Walnut Ave
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
4.77(4k reviews)
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Physicians Care, Dalton - 1209 W Walnut Ave
Wait was a bit longer than I expected.  Staff was very helpful and friendly

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170 Mouse Creek Rd NW, Cleveland, TN 37312170 Mouse Creek Rd NW
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
4.8(8.9k reviews)
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AFC Urgent Care, Cleveland - 170 Mouse Creek Rd NW, Cleveland
Scheduling and doing paperwork online prior to visit was easy. Wait time was rather long, however the check-in ladies did let me know up front of how long it would probably be, and they were right on.

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1494 Stuart Rd NE, Cleveland, TN 373121494 Stuart Rd NE
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
4.77(2.8k reviews)
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Physicians Care, Cleveland - 1494 Stuart Rd NE, Cleveland
They were very fast they took their time with my son, and they were very kind

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625 12th St, South Pittsburg, TN 37380625 12th St
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
4.87(3.7k reviews)
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Physicians Care, South Pittsburg - 625 12th St, South Pittsburg
It’s so nice to have friendly, quality and compassionate care with a reasonable wait time when I am sick. Thanks!

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1384 Battlefield Pkwy, Fort Oglethorpe, GA 307421384 Battlefield Pkwy
Open until 6:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • SunClosed
1.0(1 reviews)
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2333 McCallie Ave, Chattanooga, TN 374042333 McCallie Ave
Open until11:59 pm
  • Mon12:00 am - 11:59 pm
  • Tue12:00 am - 11:59 pm
  • Wed12:00 am - 11:59 pm
  • Thu12:00 am - 11:59 pm
  • Fri12:00 am - 11:59 pm
  • Sat12:00 am - 11:59 pm
  • Sun12:00 am - 11:59 pm
3.86(7 reviews)
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100 Gross Crescent, Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742100 Gross Crescent
2.44(62 reviews)
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26 Parkway Drive, Fort Oglethorpe, GA 3074226 Parkway Drive
Open until 6:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
4.5(308 reviews)
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AFC Urgent Care, Lakewood - 26 Parkway Drive, Fort Oglethorpe
Absolutely hands down amazing staff. From the time u sign in til the time you leave to go home they make you feel so welcomed and as if u are the only one they are there for. Shout out to Stephanie Hardline and the young lady who took my vitals & history. Loved Em!!
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8034 E Brainerd Rd, Chattanooga, TN 374218034 E Brainerd Rd
Open until 7:30 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Tue 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wed 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thu 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
MinuteClinic® at CVS®, E Brainerd Rd, Chattanooga - 8034 E Brainerd Rd, Chattanooga

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6802 Lee Hwy, Chattanooga, TN 374216802 Lee Hwy
Open until 7:30 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Tue 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wed 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thu 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
MinuteClinic® at CVS®, Lee Hwy, Chattanooga - 6802 Lee Hwy, Chattanooga

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About Professional Ear Wax Removal

Dirt, bacteria, and other small particles that could irritate your ear canal and cause hearing loss are shielded by ear wax. On the other side, too much ear wax can obstruct your ear canal and cause hearing loss. Knowing how to safely and effectively remove ear wax can help you safeguard your hearing and ear health.

Why do we have ear wax?

Ear wax is a natural substance that protects your ears by trapping microscopic debris like dust and bacteria that might otherwise injure them. According to the National Library of Medicine, ear wax also protects the sensitive skin inside your ear canal from water-related irritation (NLM).

As it moves from the inside of your ears to the outside of the ear canal, ear wax gathers dead skin cells, debris, and hair. According to Harvard Medical School, ear wax has antibacterial and antifungal properties, making it an effective natural ear cleanser. It continues by stating that if your ears do not produce or hold enough ear wax, they will be itchy and unpleasant.

Treatment of a common ear condition

Ear wax removal, according to the National Library of Medicine, can help you prevent and avoid hearing loss. According to the National Library of Medicine, most cases of ear wax buildup can be treated at home using treatments that soften the wax so it can be easily removed or washed out. It goes on to state that you may need to seek medical help in some circumstances to avoid injuring your ears or causing an infection.

According to the National Library of Medicine, hearing loss caused by ear wax buildup is usually temporary and disappears after the blockage is removed. Hearing loss that persists after wax removal should be checked and treated by a physician.

The side effects of excessive ear wax

Excessive ear wax can cause ear discomfort and hearing problems, according to the National Library of Medicine. According to the National Library of Medicine, ear wax buildup is associated with ear pain, a perception of blocked ears, and tinnitus (inner ear noises). It's also possible that you have a partial hearing loss that gets worse with time.

The development of ear wax

Ear wax is also known as cerumen. It is a mixture of secretions from sebaceous glands and sweat glands in the outer ear canal's walls, according to Harvard Medical School.

Secretions flow through the inner ear canal and into the outer ear canal when you chew or talk with your jaw, where they dry out and flake. This allows older ear wax deposits to flow out or be removed more easily, according to Harvard Medical School.

Where wax comes from

According to Harvard Medical School, ear wax is a natural ear cleanser produced by glands in the ear canal to protect your ears from harmful dirt and other waste. No one knows why some people have more ear wax problems than others, according to the article.

Older adults with coarse, wiry hairs in their ears have more ear wax buildup problems than others, according to the University of Texas at Austin. Because some hearing aids are designed in such a way that wax cannot easily flow out of the ear canal, hearing aid users have more ear wax than non-users.

Ear wax removal tips

Cotton swabs are frequently used to remove ear wax buildup. Many medical experts advise against using this treatment, according to UC San Diego, because it can push wax deeper into the ear canal. It goes on to state that using wax-softening ear drops, which can be obtained at practically any pharmacy, is the easiest way to clean your ears.

To soften ear wax, the National Library of Medicine suggests using baby oil or mineral oil. With a small piece of cloth or tissue wrapped around your finger, you may simply remove the wax from the outer ear canal once you can see it.

The National Library of Medicine recommends consulting a doctor if you're having problems removing ear wax. A doctor can employ other irrigation procedures, as well as a curette or suction equipment, to remove ear wax.

Tips for hearing-aid wearers

Hearing aid users should have their ear canals inspected for additional wax every three to six months, according to the National Library of Medicine. Ear wax is responsible for 60 percent to 70% of hearing aid degradation, according to Harvard Medical School. If you wear a hearing aid, have your doctor check your ears for ear wax buildup at least once every six months.

Ear Wax Removal FAQs

  • How much does an ear wax removal cost in East Ridge?

    Without insurance, an ear wax extraction in East Ridge can cost between $40 and $110. If your insurance covers ear wax removal, you will typically only be responsible for a $5 to $75 copay.

  • Is ear wax removal covered by my insurance?

    Ear wax extractions and consultations with ENT specialists are sometimes covered by insurance, especially if your problem is severe. Book a consultation and check your coverage in the East Ridge area today.

  • How can I book an ear wax removal in East Ridge?

    Regardless of the kind of doctor you are looking for for an eye exam, Solv can help you book an appointment. Simply search for East Ridge-area eye doctors, find a provider, and book the most convenient time for you. Be sure to include any pertinent issues you are dealing with and include “eye exam” as your reason for visit.

  • Can I make a same-day appointment for ear wax removal in East Ridge?

    Same-day and next-day appointments for eye exams are available through Solv. Search for East Ridge-area doctors, find a provider, and book an ear wax removal as early as today.

  • How do I find the top-rated ENT specialists in East Ridge?

    Solv gathers reviews, ratings, and other data on East Ridge-area ENT specialists to ensure the clinics provided meet our standards. Search for an ENT specialist, see what previous patients think, and book an ear-wax removal with a top-rated doctor today!

  • Who should get an ear wax removed?

    Individuals who are experiencing hearing loss, ear pain, leakage, or unusual coughs should book an appointment for an ear wax extraction.

  • Are video visits available with ENT specialists in East Ridge?

    While a thorough ENT examination cannot be performed over video, your doctor can evaluate you or your child for most concerns, such as loss of hearing, ear pain, leakage or other basic concerns using telemedicine. They can discuss a care plan, prescribe ear wax softeners, and recommend an in-person visit if deemed necessary, all while you are safe and comfortable at home in East Ridge.

  • Are video visits with ENT specialists covered by my insurance?

    Telemedicine ear wax removal consultation coverage will vary depending on your circumstances. Typically, if your insurance will not cover an in-person visit, it won’t cover similar appointments via telehealth. Since routine ENT consultations are usually covered by medical insurance, it is likely video visits with ENTs will be similarly covered.

  • If ear wax is removed, will my hearing improve?

    According to the National Library of Medicine, clearing the ear wax obstruction usually restores your hearing completely. Hearing loss is commonly caused by ear wax buildup and lasts until your ears are cleaned.

  • What will happen if I don’t clean my ears?

    You may develop an excessive amount of ear wax if you do not clean your ears on a regular basis. Pain or itching in the ear, ringing in the ear, and a feeling that the ear is full or clogged are all symptoms of too much ear wax, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). According to the National Institutes of Health, if you do not clean your ears, you may experience odor or discharge from the ear, as well as hearing loss.

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