Does tmj cause tinnitus? so many doctors say yes and so many say no. maybe someone here could let me know! thanks so much for all your help!

Unknown: No one really knows what causes tinnitus.

Yes,Tinnitus or ring: Yes TMJ can cause tinnitus.

tinnitus: The upper portion of the lower jaw ( condyle of the mandible) is in close proximity to the temporal bone which contains the ear. If the condyle is pushing up against the temporal bone, that can cause tinnitus. Also, if the muscles of the area are in spasm because of a misalignment, they can cause a pull on the components of the ear causing the noise as well.

Tinnitus: Tinnitus or ringing in the ears may be related to a number of different causes. Tmj disorders as well as problematic wisdom teeth can certainly contribute to the tinnitus as well as a number of inner ear problems. An ENT specialist can advise you if the problem is an inner ear problem and refer you to a dentist if the problem is not inner ear related.

Yes: Tinnitus is a common symptom in TMJ. Usually not severe tinnitus. See an ENT doc to check out the tinnitus.

Yes: Temporomandibular joint disorders can affect the hearing pathway and so can cause tinnitus .