I Can Stop My Tinnitus by Clenching My Jaw Together — Anybody Else?

[handyman]

I used to grind my teeth a lot in my younger days possibly due to stress. I've read a lot about muscle relaxation, etc.

DENTIST states that I do not have TMJ/D disorder.

Does anyone out there share the same "experience" that I do in that I can STOP the tinnitus sound on my right ear by clenching my jaw together? When I release it the sound comes back.

I believe this might be classified as somatosensory tinnitus.

Any feedback is appreciated. I am currently going through TRT with Oticon tinnitus maskers. I will have an appointment with Otolaryngologist in August. I believe I am going down the right path.

I don't mind sharing, I reside in Louisville KY in the USA.