Safe Ear CurettesUnlike stainless steel curettes, Safe Ear Curettes are safer due to their flexibility, which reduces the risk of injury to the ear canal. With seven color coded styles designed for different cerumen conditions and patient needs, these single use curettes eliminate sterilization costs and reduce cross contamination risk. Indications The Safe Ear Curette is indicated for use in cases of impacted cerumen and or foreign bodies occluding the ear canal.