Overview

Tinnitus is the ringing in the ears or perception of noise. Tinnitus is a very common problem that affects about 15 to 20 percent of people. Tinnitus isn't a condition itself — rather it's a symptom of an underlying condition.

Although bothersome, tinnitus usually isn't a sign of something serious. For many, it can worsen with age but improve with treatment. Treating an identified underlying cause can help and other treatments may reduce or mask the noise, making the buzzing less noticeable.

Symptoms

Tinnitus involves the sensation of hearing sound when none is present. Tinnitus symptoms may include the following phantom noises in your ears:

• Buzzing
• Ringing
• Roaring
• Hissing
• Clicking
• Humming

The phantom noise may vary in pitch from a low buzz to a high squeal, and you may hear it in one or both ears. These sounds may be present all the time, or it may come and go and in some cases, the sound can be so loud it can interfere with your ability to focus or hear other sounds.

Tinnitus Treatment Clinic in Utah

Utah ENT Clinic provides tinnitus evaluation and management for patients in West Valley City and Stansbury Park in Tooele County. Tinnitus means hearing ringing, buzzing, humming, or another sound without an outside source. It may affect one ear, both ears, or seem to come from inside your head.

If you’re searching for a tinnitus treatment clinic in Utah, Dr. Alan Jones and our team can help investigate contributing conditions and discuss ways to reduce its impact. Care starts with understanding your symptoms, hearing, and everyday concerns.

Request a Tinnitus Evaluation
Call (435) 268-0300 or use our website’s appointment request form.

Why See an ENT for Tinnitus?

Tinnitus is a symptom with several possible contributors. Hearing loss, noise exposure, earwax blockage, ear infections, certain medications, and jaw-related conditions can all play a role. Sometimes no specific cause is identified.

An ENT examines the ears and related structures, reviews your history, and considers whether additional assessment is needed. Hearing testing helps complete the picture.

Tell us if ringing affects your sleep, concentration, work, or mood. Those effects matter when planning care, even when the sound itself is difficult to measure.

What Happens During a Tinnitus Evaluation?

Discuss Your Symptoms and History

Your clinician will ask when the sound started, whether it is constant or intermittent, and whether you hear it on one side or both. Mention any rhythm matching your heartbeat, changes in hearing, dizziness, ear pressure, or pain.

Bring a medication list, information about noise exposure, and previous hearing test results. Do not stop prescribed medication without discussing it with your prescribing clinician.

Examine Your Ears

An examination can identify problems such as obstructing earwax, inflammation, or abnormalities involving the ear canal and eardrum. Your clinician may also assess related head and neck symptoms.

Assess Your Hearing

A hearing test measures how well you detect sounds at different pitches and volumes. It can identify hearing changes that you may not have noticed and help guide recommendations.

Review Findings and Next Steps

Your clinician will explain the findings and discuss management. Additional tests or imaging may be appropriate for particular symptoms, such as pulsatile tinnitus or uneven hearing loss; scans are not necessary for everyone.

Follow-up allows you to discuss progress, persistent concerns, and adjustments to your plan.

Tinnitus Management and Relief Options

Tinnitus treatment in Utah should reflect your symptoms and examination findings. Management approaches may include:

• Treating an identified condition: Addressing earwax blockage, infection, or another contributing problem may reduce symptoms.
• Hearing support: When hearing loss is present, hearing aids may improve communication and make tinnitus less noticeable for some people.
• Sound-based strategies: Gentle background sound or appropriate sound devices may help reduce the contrast between tinnitus and a quiet room.
• Counseling and coping support: Cognitive behavioral therapy can help reduce tinnitus-related distress and its effect on daily life.
• Ongoing review: Follow-up helps evaluate what is useful and whether further assessment or referral is appropriate.

Your clinician will explain which approaches fit your situation and whether another professional should participate. Specialized counseling or device services may require referral.

When Ringing Needs Prompt Attention

Sudden hearing loss, with or without tinnitus, requires immediate medical assessment. Do not wait for a routine appointment or assume the change is caused by wax.

Seek prompt assessment for new or persistent one-sided tinnitus or a sound that beats with your pulse.

Seek emergency care for tinnitus accompanied by new facial weakness, difficulty speaking, severe neurological symptoms, or a significant head injury. These symptoms require more than an online appointment request.

Meet Your ENT Physician

Dr. Alan Jones, DO, FAOCO, treats adult and pediatric ear, nose, and throat conditions. His published background includes ENT residency training and more than 15 years of practice experience.

If you’re looking for a ringing-in-the-ears doctor in Utah, bring your questions. Understanding your symptoms and options is part of developing a practical care plan.

Book a Tinnitus Appointment

Utah ENT Clinic — Ear, Nose & Throat Clinic
576 East Highway 138, Suite 210
Stansbury Park, UT 84074
Additional location: West Valley City, Utah
Phone: (435) 268-0300
Email: earnosethroat260@gmail.com

Call or submit an appointment request. Confirm your location, insurance requirements, and any records to bring.

Frequently Asked Questions

What causes ringing in the ears?

Common contributors include hearing loss, noise exposure, earwax, infections, and certain medications. Jaw conditions and other health problems can also contribute. Evaluation helps determine which possibilities apply.

Does Utah ENT Clinic evaluate and treat tinnitus?

Yes. The clinic offers tinnitus evaluation and management, including assessment for contributing ear conditions and discussion of appropriate treatment or referrals.

What happens at a tinnitus appointment?

Expect questions about your symptoms, medical history, medications, and noise exposure, followed by an examination and recommendations about hearing testing or further assessment.

Will I need a hearing test?

Hearing testing is commonly recommended, particularly for persistent tinnitus, one-sided symptoms, or suspected hearing loss. Your clinician will explain the appropriate testing.

Can tinnitus be cured or managed?

Tinnitus sometimes improves or goes away. Treating an identifiable cause may help, but persistent tinnitus has no universal cure. Management aims to reduce its impact and support daily functioning.

When should ringing in my ears be seen urgently?

Seek immediate assessment for sudden hearing loss. New one-sided or heartbeat-synchronized tinnitus needs prompt review. New neurological symptoms or significant head injury warrant emergency care.