In this episode we are diving into the surprisingly fascinating world of cerumen, the scientific name for earwax. We'll explore its protective role, why some people produce more than others, and what happens when it builds up too much. Plus, we’ll introduce you to a safe, innovative technique that’s changing the way we manage earwax buildup—no risky poking required.

Sahil Diwan is the Co-Founder and CEO of SafKan Health, the company behind OtoSet® — the world’s first automated ear-cleaning headphones that can clean earwax buildup in 30 seconds.

He’s on a mission to solve one of the most overlooked yet widespread health issues: earwax buildup, which affects 35M+ Americans and can lead to conductive hearing loss, tinnitus, and chronic discomfort — among other issues.

A first-generation immigrant from India, Sahil’s journey began with a deeply personal problem — his brother Aadil's lifelong struggle with earwax buildup. What started as a college dorm experiment with 3D-printed prototypes is today an FDA-cleared medical device used by clinics nationwide — making ear care more accessible and consumer-friendly than ever before.

The company’s flagship OtoSet was named among the Best Health Designs of 2023 by Fast Company, while videos of the device in action have racked up over 250M views online, proving just how urgent and universal this problem is. Tens of thousands of Americans have reported finding relief with OtoSet: hearing clearer, feeling cleaner, and reconnecting with the sounds they’ve been missing.

Sahil is one of the youngest people ever to receive FDA 510(k) clearance for a medical device and has raised $13M in venture funding on his journey to reshape the future of ear care.

Learning Points:

• What exactly is earwax, and what is its purpose in the body?

• When should someone see a doctor or specialist about their earwax?

• How is OtoSet, the world’s first automated ear-cleaning headphones, revolutionizing how to clean earwax buildup?

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