Does tmj effect hearing?

Perhaps: The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the joint area that enables the jaw to open and close. It does not typically effect hearing, since it is not associated with the ear. Periodically loud sounds from the tm joint area can noticed but this is not usually something that creates a hearing problem. If you are having a hearing problem, it should be evaluated by an ear, nose and throat (ENT) doctor.

Tmj: Generally, TMJ does not affect your hearing at all. It can mimic an ear infection, however. Deep-rooted pain, ringing, and occasional dizziness can occur as a result.

It can: Firstly, TMJ is an anatomic structure (temporo-mandibular joint), and is not an affliction. That would be tmd (temporo-mandibular dysfunction). As the joint(s) is/are close to the ears, an inflammatory process may make hearing more difficult. In addition, noises made by the joint (popping, crackling & clicking), can obscure hearing of ambient sounds.

YES and NO: Symptoms of tmj/tmd can include hearing problems, dizziness (equilibrium/balance difficulties, ) and other ear related problems. But tmd can also be wrongly diagnosed if the ear/ears are the source of the problem. I would first see an ENT doctor to rule out ear/inner ear infection, etc.

TMD: It is my opinion, that TMD may cause ear ache and occasionally fullness in the ear, but it rarely or never causes hearing loss.

No: Although TMJ patients may have subjective changes in hearing (or other ear symptoms like ear ringing, plugged or stuffy ears), hearing tests are negative.

TMJ, Hearing: The temporal (T) bone contains the ear. When the teeth come together, if the lower jaw (Mandible) too far back, it puts pressure on the temporal bone which can affect hearing.

Yes: Inflammation and circulation issue in the region can be a factor