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Have ear fullness for years. worse when i grind. related?

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Possibily: Ear fullness can be many things including related to eustachian tube function which in turn can be affected by TMJ changes caused by grinding. Best to be evaluated though.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 2/2/2015

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