{"id":274,"date":"2023-09-29T23:46:00","date_gmt":"2023-09-29T23:46:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sleepsolutionstopeka.com\/blog\/?p=274"},"modified":"2023-10-29T23:49:18","modified_gmt":"2023-10-29T23:49:18","slug":"tmj-disorders-can-cause-ringing-in-your-ears","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sleepsolutionstopeka.com\/blog\/2023\/09\/29\/tmj-disorders-can-cause-ringing-in-your-ears\/","title":{"rendered":"Are TMJ Disorders and Tinnitus Connected?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-275 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sleepsolutionstopeka.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/mans-ear-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Close up of man\u2019s ear\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sleepsolutionstopeka.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/mans-ear-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sleepsolutionstopeka.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/mans-ear-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sleepsolutionstopeka.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/mans-ear-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sleepsolutionstopeka.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/mans-ear-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.sleepsolutionstopeka.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/mans-ear-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>If you suffer from recurring jaw pain and ringing in your ears, you might think they are separate issues; however, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sleepsolutionstopeka.com\/tmj.html\">TMJ disorders<\/a> and tinnitus are connected. Your temporomandibular joints (TMJ) are located just in front of your ears, connecting your jaw to your skull. If the joints function incorrectly, it can lead to pain, inflammation, and limited mobility. However, TMJ dysfunction is linked to many other issues too, like neck pain, headaches, and tinnitus. Here\u2019s what you need to know to overcome your jaw pain to stop the ringing.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is a TMJ Disorder?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your TMJs serve an important purpose. They allow you to open and close your mouth and make other movements necessary for your quality of life, like chewing. Trauma, arthritis, and inflammation can cause your joints to click, pop, or grate. They may even lock into an opened or closed position and many other complications can occur. Although every situation differs, the most common causes of TMD include:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Uneven bite<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Injuries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Arthritis<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bruxism<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Common Symptoms of TMJ Disorders<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Jaw pain and stiffness aren\u2019t the only symptoms of an untreated TMJ disorder. Common complications include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Clicking, Popping, or Grating Sound<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Headaches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Difficulty Opening or Closing the Mouth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jaw Locking in One Position<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Neck or Shoulder Pain<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ear and Facial Pain<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tinnitus<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Symptoms can be continual or come and go. It\u2019s not unusual for them to get progressively worse with no treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Link Between Tinnitus and TMJ Disorders<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The cochlea is part of the inner ear. It\u2019s responsible for transforming sound waves into electric impulses. Your brain translates the impulses into sounds. Deep within your ear are small hairs that can be damaged. This can result in ringing, humming, or buzzing sounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>TMJ disorders are connected to tinnitus because inflammation in the joints can affect your inner ear. This can cause persistent noise that no one else can hear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Treating Tinnitus with TMJ Therapy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your TMJ specialist can improve your jaw functions and stop the ringing with a personalized treatment plan, which may include an oral appliance, orthodontics, or another solution. Treating your TMJ symptoms will resolve the ringing in your ears. You\u2019ll kill two birds with one stone to improve your quality of life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dr. Michael E. Michel<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sleepsolutionstopeka.com\/meet-dr-michel.html\">Dr. Michel<\/a> is a reputable sleep apnea, snoring, and TMJ dentist with over 40 years of experience. He earned his dental degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry and has regularly continued his education to provide the most up-to-date services. If you\u2019re ready to stop your jaw pain, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sleepsolutionstopeka.com\/request-a-consultation.html\">request an appointment<\/a> through his website or call (785) 503-3162.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you suffer from recurring jaw pain and ringing in your ears, you might think they are separate issues; however, TMJ disorders and tinnitus are connected. Your temporomandibular joints (TMJ) are located just in front of your ears, connecting your jaw to your skull. 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