Anybody with Tinnitus from tmjd..... - TMJ Disorder -TemporoMandibular Joint Message Board

sandra1 · 07-06-2003, 08:53 PM

Hi Everybody,

I have a question for those of you that have ringing in the ears from tmjd. First of all...I have ringing in the ears also... but I don't know if it is caused by my tmjd or from my nerve deafness from birth ( 60% right/stone deaf left). I understand that some people with hearing loss do have tinnitus...anyway...what I need to know from any of you that have ringing in the ears from tmjd is how often do you hear it or what does it sound like in your ears? I am trying to determined what causes my ringing....so any feedback would be really appreciated...thanks.

Sandi

CherylLynn24 · 07-06-2003, 09:57 PM

Sandi,

My Son has complained about having tinnitus since this all began. His is constant, and he explains the sound as a high-pitched noise, or whine.
Take Care,
Cheryl

Al4 · 07-06-2003, 10:12 PM

Same here. I am still not sure whether it is from TMJ or nerves. It started after dental work. It is difficult to determine the exact cause if you also have hearing loss. You many need to treat TMJ by a very qualified doctor if your TMJ symptoms are bad, and then hope the tennitus decreases with treatment. Alex

Anastasia · 07-06-2003, 11:04 PM

hi sandi

mines also a high pitched noise, but it also sometimes sounds like a loud humming/quiet roaring. either way it's very annoying. good luck with your info.

Anastasia

Cymy Sue · 07-07-2003, 03:57 AM

Hi Sandi,

Mine is/was somewhat Like Ana's. Mine started about 3 years ago, about 22 years after being diagnosed with TMJD. It was like a Jet Roar, "CONSTANTLY". Mine was totally TMJ muscle related. I have no nerve damage to my ears. Sometimes, nerve damage is the cause.

Splint Therapy has helped tremedously and I only have a slight hissing every few days, now.

I had no luck with regular ENT's (5 total) with this. They don't make the connection. A Neurotologist made the diagnosis and told me it was entirely related to the TMJ problem.

The year prior to knowing what was causing my "T", I did try Dr. Jastreboff's TRT Program and it did help me deal with the noise.

If TMJ muscle problems are contributing to or causing the ringing, Splints and other therapies that relax the muscles will help.

Take Care,
Cymy Sue

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