Imagine your child flinching in discomfort from constant ear infections or finding it hard to enjoy their favorite stories due to hearing issues. Grommets — small ventilation tubes placed in the eardrum — provide an effective and gentle solution for middle ear problems. At ENT Central in Palmerston North, Dr. Naveed Basheeth uses advanced endoscopic techniques to precisely insert grommets, relieving pain, improving hearing, and preventing fluid accumulation. This simple procedure helps patients of all ages enjoy clearer hearing and healthier, more comfortable lives.
How are grommets placed?
Under anesthesia, a small eardrum incision is made, and a tiny tube is inserted to ventilate the middle ear, ensuring a quick, safe procedure.
Is grommet insertion painful?
Performed under anesthesia, the procedure is virtually pain-free, with minimal, temporary discomfort during the short recovery phase.
How long do grommets remain in place?
Grommets typically stay for 6–18 months, naturally falling out as the eardrum heals, with rare cases needing surgical removal.
Do grommets prevent ear infections?
Yes, by draining fluid and ventilating the middle ear, grommets significantly reduce the frequency and intensity of ear infections.