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Can a lower missing molar cause tinnitus? my ears are fine so my doctor said it's because of that cuz my jaw muscles doesn't work properly anymore!

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Tinnitus: I don't think a missing molar can cause tinnitus.

Answered 10/13/2015

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

TMJ: TMJ patients will sometimes have tinnitus. If you have TMJ symptoms possible related.

Answered 10/13/2015

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Not likely: Tinnitus is a sound that is generated in the brain and could sound like like a radio transmitter. There is no cure for tinnitus, but it often becomes less noticeable and more manageable over time. See an ENT for examination.

Answered 10/15/2015

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