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After getting braces, I developed a high pitch sound in my right year. Why?

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Published At February 12, 2020
Reviewed AtAugust 3, 2023

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I have been wearing braces for teeth alignment. I am towards the end of my treatment and have developed a high pitched sound in my right ear. I consulted with my orthodontist and temporarily removed the wires on two occasions. Both times, the ringing went down after some weeks. When I put on again, the sound started. One ENT I consulted said it could be an allergy to dust in the area I live in. Based on the information I received and the symptoms, I am not sure how to proceed. What is the cause of this issue?

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

Tinnitus due to braces is not possible. Tinnitus can be due to many reasons like hearing loss, or nerve loss, or any loud noise exposure, or trauma to the ear, or even nasal infection, or some medicines. Please tell me do you have any relevant history? Dental procedures that involve the use of dental burs can cause tinnitus but not just the braces. You should get pure tone audiometry done and follow up with the required information so that I can suggest you better.

Patient's Query

Thank you doctor,

I have not been exposed to any loud noises. The ENT checked my eardrums and said they are fine. I do not have hearing issues and never have had in the past. At the moment the wires are expanding in the bottom and lower teeth because I had crowding. What do you think is causing it?

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

You should get pure tone audiometry done and start taking tablet Cinnarizine twice daily for a week along with Vitamin B12 1500 micrograms once daily. All the medicine prescribed will be available only on prescription. Do follow up with the reports.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Priyanka Aggarwal
Dr. Priyanka Aggarwal

Audiology

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