Teeth grinding can lead to worn down teeth, chipped or broken teeth, jaw pain and headaches. For teeth grinding treatment in Albuquerque, call our office to schedule a consultation.
(505) 257-0354Providing Gentle, Judgment-free Care
Your comfort and well-being are important to us. We provide tailored care designed to meet your unique needs. Our dentists never pressure you into treatments you donβt need, so you only get the services you want. No matter what brings you to our practice, we never judge, scold, or guilt our patients. Your smile is the reason for everything we do, and we want to help you achieve your best smile yet!
What is Bruxism?
Teeth grinding, or bruxism, is a common sleep time habit of patients that can lead to tooth damage, headaches or pain of the jaw joint. With our dental treatments, grinding or clenching of the teeth can be alleviated with the use of an NTI (nociceptive trigeminal inhibition) Night Guard splint. The splint covers the front teeth and provides a protective gap between the upper and lower teeth so that grinding does not occur.
The NTI is approved by the ADA (American Dental Association) for the treatment of migraine headaches and other symptoms commonly caused by nocturnal teeth grinding. Use of the NTI can prevent the damaging effects of teeth grinding by triggering a muscle relaxing reflex as the jaw muscles attempt to tighten while you sleep.
Why Do You Grind Your Teeth?
There are several possible causes for bruxism, so successful treatment must address the root cause to fully eliminate the effects of teeth grinding. Bruxism may be caused by stress, an abnormal bite or sleep apnea. Your dentist can examine your mouth to identify any oral conditions that may be at the root of your teeth grinding.
Constant tooth grinding can result in loose or lost teeth which can lead to more extensive β and more expensive β oral problems. TMD (Temporomandibular Joint Disorders), for example, is a disorder of the jaw joint that causes severe pain in the hinge of the jaw, your face muscles, neck and shoulders. The effects of TMD can ultimately impact your speech and make it difficult to chew or open your mouth.
Office Hours
- Mon: 8:00am - 2:00pm
- Tue: 7:00am - 7:00pm
- Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Thu: 7:00am - 7:00pm
- Fri: 8:00am - 2:00pm
- Sat: 8:00am - 2:00pm*
- Sun: Closed
- * Open once per month on Saturdays.
Our Albuquerque Location
- 5343 Wyoming Blvd NE suite A,
Albuquerque, NM 87109 - (505) 257-0354
- We are located on Wyoming Blvd. NE, across the street from the Albuquerque JCC and next to Bear Canyon Professional Park II.
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If you are having difficulty with teeth grinding, contact us today to schedule an appointment to see Dr. Lines and Dr. Anderson. Once the cause of your bruxism is identified, a more permanent treatment plan can be developed that will treat the source as well as the symptom. Together, you and our dental care professionals can formulate a treatment plan after a thorough examination.
Do You Offer Financing?
Yes, we do! Legacy Dental offers affordable financing options through CareCredit and Denefits for qualifying patients to help our patients achieve their goals. Call or stop by our conveniently located Albuquerque office to discuss all your payment options.
Do You Accept Walk-ins and Same-Day Appointments?
Yes, our practice welcomes walk-in patients. At Legacy Dental , we want to make sure you receive care when itβs most convenient for you. If youβve experienced a dental injury, we also offer emergency appointments as scheduling permits. For same-day dental care, call or visit your trusted local Albuquerque cosmetic dentist today!
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For more questions about teeth grinding treatments in Albuquerque, call our office today at (505) 257-0354.
