Ear cleaning in Carindale, quick and comfortable.
Ear cleaning in Carindale is quick and comfortable, using gentle water irrigation to clear blocked or itchy ears. Our nursing team does it under GP oversight, so you aren't sent elsewhere.
Ear cleaning for children
Children’s ear canals are small and narrow, so wax can build up and affect their hearing without them realising. Teachers sometimes notice first, when a child seems distracted or doesn’t respond. Wax can also cause itchiness or discomfort, and some children are prone to repeated build-up.
At Carindale Doctors, ear cleaning for children is quick and comfortable. Our nursing team uses gentle, body-temperature water irrigation under GP oversight, explaining each step in a child-friendly way. Parents can stay close, and we’ll stop if your child needs a break. Children 16 and under are bulk billed.
In short: Carindale Doctors offers quick, comfortable ear cleaning for children and adults inside Westfield Carindale, using gentle irrigation by our nursing team under GP oversight. Parents can stay close, and children 16 and under are bulk billed.
- Gentle irrigation suitable for kids
- Child-friendly explanations
- Parents can stay close
- Breaks whenever needed
- GP check if hearing concerns persist
- Children 16 and under bulk billed
Comfortable ear cleaning in Carindale
Our Carindale team keeps ear cleaning quick and relaxed for patients of all ages. Body-temperature water means no cold shock, and a towel and basin keep you dry.
See our main ear cleaning page.
Signs your child may have ear wax build-up
Look out for:
- Not responding when spoken to.
- Turning the TV up louder.
- Rubbing or pulling at the ear.
- Complaining of fullness or itchiness.
These can also be signs of fluid behind the eardrum, so a GP check is worthwhile.
What ear cleaning includes
Your child’s appointment includes:
- Ear check before cleaning
- Gentle irrigation
- Recheck afterwards
- Advice for parents
- GP review for hearing concerns
- Referral for hearing tests if needed
Most cleanings take 15 to 20 minutes.
Ear cleaning, step by step
Our approach:
- Step 1, explain: we tell your child what will happen.
- Step 2, check: ears examined first.
- Step 3, clean: gentle irrigation with breaks.
- Step 4, recheck: ears checked and advice given.
Ear cleaning costs in Carindale
Ear cleaning is billed as part of a consultation.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Children’s appointments | Bulk billed for 16 and under |
| Adult consultation | Medicare rebate where eligible |
| Billing | Mixed billing practice, with fees explained when you book |
| Medicare rebate | Processed onsite where eligible |
| Children 16 and under | Bulk billed |
| Patients 65 and over | Bulk billed for the initial consultation |
| Early appointments | After-hours fees apply before 8am |
| Concession cards | Discount on standard consultations for Health Care Card and pension card holders |
Ear cleaning in Carindale
Our clinic is on Level 1 of Westfield Carindale, next to Priceline and Centre Management, with lifts and parents’ rooms nearby, which makes visits easy with kids.
We clean ears for families from Carina, Belmont, Mansfield, Wishart and Gumdale.
- Lifts and parents' rooms
- Centre parking
- Bus interchange at the centre
- Families from Wishart and Gumdale welcome
Inside Westfield
Carindale.
Next to Priceline & Centre Management
Shop 2066/1151 Creek Road, Carindale, QLD 4152
Centre parking, lift and step-free access, and an easy run from across Brisbane's southside — book a check-up around the rest of your day.
| Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 7:30 — 17:00 |
| Tuesday, Thursday | 8:30 — 16:00 |
| Saturday, Sunday & public holidays | Closed |
Serving
Bring to your first visit
- Medicare card and any concession cards
- A list of your current medications
- Referral letters or recent results, if you have them
- Photo ID if you're a new patient
Ear cleaning questions from parents
Yes, gentle irrigation is suitable for most children.
No, clean only the outer ear with a washcloth.
Yes, children 16 and under are bulk billed.
Yes, parents are welcome to stay close.
Irrigation isn't suitable. A GP will advise on other options.
Only when wax causes symptoms.
Book ear cleaning
Quick and comfortable at Westfield Carindale.
Speak to reception 07 3120 0990Talk to us about your care.
Call the practice during opening hours and our reception team will help, or book your appointment online any time.
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Phone07 3120 0990
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Fax07 3120 0991
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Opening hoursMonday, Wednesday, Friday: 7:30 — 17:00
Tuesday, Thursday: 8:30 — 16:00
Closed Saturday, Sunday & public holidays
In a medical emergency, call 000 immediately.
Rather speak to someone?
Call reception during opening hours, or book online any time.
Reception answers during opening hours. You can also email info@carindaledoctors.com.au.