Can Clenching Teeth Cause Tinnitus?

Bruxism is a Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMJD) characterized by involuntary teeth grinding and jaw clenching. If left untreated, it can negatively affect the correct functioning of the joints that connect the jawbone to the skull and can lead to major oral damage or tinnitus.

Can clenching teeth cause ringing in the ears?

The more you grind and clench your teeth, the more ringing you'll hear in your ears. However, not everyone who suffers from bruxism gets tinnitus. Tinnitus is only one of the many side-effects associated with teeth grinding.

Can a mouthguard help tinnitus?

Effective treatment

A Swedish study found that realignment of the jaw with a mouth guard or manipulation can restore the balance in the bite and reduce muscle tension. Often, the realignment required to relax the jaw and reduce tension and the resulting tinnitus is surprisingly minute.