The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and the ear are anatomically very close; untreated teeth grinding (bruxism) can cause referred pain such as earache and tinnitus.
Could tinnitus be caused by teeth grinding (bruxism)?
Updated on: January 20, 2026
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and the ear are anatomically very close; untreated teeth grinding (bruxism) can cause referred pain such as earache and tinnitus.
