Advice
Hearing advice, written by our Clinical Director
Plain-English guides on hearing tests, ear wax and hearing aids, based on what we see in clinic every week.
Are private hearing aids worth the money?
What you pay for, when premium technology helps, and why aftercare decides whether hearing aids are good value.
21 September 2026 Hearing aidsBluetooth hearing aids explained: what streaming actually means
A plain-English look at Bluetooth hearing aids: what streaming means, which devices it works with, and where it falls short.
15 September 2026 Hearing lossWorried a parent cannot hear? A practical guide for sons and daughters
How to spot hearing loss in a parent, raise it kindly, and what a hearing test or home visit involves.
14 September 2026 Ear waxEar wax build-up: what to try at home, and when to get it checked
How to tell if ear wax is affecting your hearing, safe home care, and when to have it professionally removed.
8 September 2026 Hearing testsWhat to expect at your first hearing test
What actually happens during a free hearing test: how long it takes, what to bring, and what your results mean.
1 September 2026 Ear careWhy do my ears feel blocked after a flight?
Why ears feel blocked after flying, what helps, and when to have them checked.
31 August 2026 Hearing aidsHow long do hearing aids last, and when should you replace them?
How long hearing aids last, what shortens their life, and when to repair or replace them.
24 August 2026 Hearing aidsHow to clean your hearing aids and help them last
A two-minute daily routine, weekly checks and overnight storage tips for hearing aids.
17 August 2026 Hearing lossCan treating hearing loss reduce the risk of dementia?
What the 2024 Lancet Commission and the ACHIEVE trial say about hearing loss and dementia risk.
10 August 2026 Hearing aidsModern hearing aids in 2026: what has changed
Rechargeable, Bluetooth-connected and discreet: what modern hearing aids offer in 2026.
27 July 2026 Ear waxEar wax removal near the Forest of Dean
Travel times from the Forest of Dean, what the appointment involves and how to prepare.
13 July 2026 Hearing aidsPrivate vs NHS hearing aids: an independent comparison
Cost, waiting times, choice and aftercare: how NHS and private hearing aids compare.
6 July 2026 TinnitusCan ear wax cause tinnitus?
How ear wax can trigger ringing in the ears, when it improves after removal, and when to see your GP.
29 June 2026 Ear waxHow to use olive oil ear drops for blocked ears
How to apply olive oil drops correctly, what to expect, and when to book professional removal.
22 June 2026 Ear waxEar wax removal in Caldicot and south Monmouthshire
Ear wax removal for Caldicot, Magor, Undy, Portskewett and Rogiet, around 10 minutes from the clinic.
17 June 2026 Hearing tests5 signs you might have hearing loss
Five common signs of hearing loss and what to do if you notice them.
15 June 2026 Ear waxMicrosuction vs ear syringing: what is the difference?
How microsuction and modern ear irrigation work, who each suits, and how the method is chosen.
8 June 2026 Hearing aidsHearing aids for Newport patients: independent advice
Independent hearing aid advice for Newport patients, around 20 to 25 minutes from the clinic.
1 June 2026 Ear waxWhy has the NHS stopped ear wax removal, and what to do instead
Why many GP surgeries no longer remove ear wax, what RNID and the BAA say, and your options locally.
1 June 2026 Hearing aidsWhat to know before buying hearing aids
Five things to check before buying hearing aids, from the hearing test to the aftercare.
23 July 2025