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Can Wisdom Teeth Cause Tinnitus?

Writer Andrew Davis

Wisdom teeth are another potential source of tinnitus in the mouth. If your wisdom teeth are impacted or infected, they can cause your ears to ring. Your ears may also ring if you have an abscess in one or more of your teeth.

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Can removing wisdom teeth stop tinnitus?

Abscesses may require extensive treatment, so tinnitus may not subside for some time, but wisdom teeth that are impacted can be removed and the area can heal relatively quickly, relieving pressure and decreasing tinnitus.

Can tinnitus be caused by dental problems?

Hearing loss, an ear injury or circulatory disorder could be some of these conditions. One of the most common causes of tinnitus is a temporomandibular joint (TMJ) injury or problem, which is more commonly known as a jaw injury.

What is tinnitus a symptom of?

Underlying conditions such as age-related hearing loss, an ear injury, or a problem with the circulatory system can all contribute to the development of tinnitus. Tinnitus is less noticeable for many people when the underlying cause of the noise is treated or other treatments that reduce or mask the noise are used.

Can tinnitus be cured?

Many times, tinnitus can’t be treated. However, there are treatments that can lessen the impact of your symptoms. An electronic device may be recommended by your doctor to reduce the noise.