I suffer from tmj disorder (jaw popping) and also slight ringing in the ears. I have unerupted impacted wisdom teeth on all sides which are in bad position. I want to know, will removal of wisdom teeth reduce pressure on the tmj joint and prevent the jaw popping or other tmj problems from becoming worse? Is it a good idea to get the wisdom teeth removed if I have tmj disorder and will I get relief from it. Or at least prevent it from getting worse?

Dr. Yasmin Asma ZoharaDentist29yrs exp

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Yes there is a connection between TMJ AND TINNITUS. Firstly, the chewing muscles are near to some of the muscles that insert into the middle ear and so may have an effect on hearing, and so may promote tinnitus. Secondly, there can be a direct connection between the ligaments that attach to the jaw and one of the hearing bones that sits in the middle ear. Thirdly, the nerve supply from the TMJ has been shown to have connections with the parts of the brain that are involved with both hearing and the interpretation of sound. The general discomfort associated with TMJ problems can also aggravate any pre-existing tinnitus. What can be done about it? A variety of treatments are available to treat TMJ disorders. If your tinnitus is related to your TMJ problem, the tinnitus may improve as the TMJ problems get resolved. Removal of Wisdom tooth does not relieve you of the pain. 

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