Neurological Interplay between Tinnitus and Temporomandibular Disorders: A Narrative Review of Mechanisms, Diagnosis and Treatment Strategies

Authors

  • Sherif M Elsaraj Faculty of Dental Medicine and Oral Health Sciences, McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada Author
  • Keira A Trahan St. Patrick’s Highschool, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Author
  • Raquel Kasha Blois University of Ottawa, BSc Biomedical Sciences, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Author
  • Ahmed Almuzayyen Consultant Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon at King Fahad Specialist Hospital, Dammam, Saudi Arabia Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.47363/JNRRR/2024(6)203

Keywords:

Temporomandibular Disorders, TMD, Tinnitus, Comorbid Conditions, Clinical Research, TMJ, Tinnitus Management

Abstract

This manuscript explores the interconnectedness of Tinnitus and Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD), two conditions affecting the same anatomical region due to their proximity to the jaw and ears. Tinnitus, characterized by internal perception of sound, has subjective and objective manifestations, with a significant increase in research publications reflecting growing interest in the field. TMD, encompassing pain and limitations in jaw movement, is recognized as a complex multi-system condition with widespread implications beyond the jaw joint. Comorbidity between TMD and various other conditions underscores shared risk factors and disease mechanisms, with estimates suggesting a substantial prevalence of TMD within the US population, particularly among women. This abstract highlights the intricate relationship between Tinnitus, TMD, and associated comorbidities, shedding light on the broader impact of these disorders on overall health and well-being.

Author Biographies

  • Sherif M Elsaraj, Faculty of Dental Medicine and Oral Health Sciences, McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada

    Faculty of Dental Medicine and Oral Health Sciences, McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada

  • Keira A Trahan, St. Patrick’s Highschool, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

    St. Patrick’s Highschool, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

  • Raquel Kasha Blois, University of Ottawa, BSc Biomedical Sciences, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

    University of Ottawa, BSc Biomedical Sciences, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

  • Ahmed Almuzayyen, Consultant Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon at King Fahad Specialist Hospital, Dammam, Saudi Arabia

    Consultant Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon at King Fahad Specialist Hospital, Dammam, Saudi Arabia

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Published

2024-09-14

Issue

Vol. 6 No. 9 (2024): Volume 6 Issue 9

Section

Articles