I'd trust someone with a microscope and microsuction to remove anything from my ears rather than anything at home.
Doc recommended it to me...she said they were safe.
edit. safe after having examined my ears.
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I'd trust someone with a microscope and microsuction to remove anything from my ears rather than anything at home.