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Dental Care, Dental Health • October 28, 2025

How to Tell If You Grind Your Teeth at Night

You might wake up with a dull headache or a sore jaw and not know why. These feelings can be signs of teeth grinding, a common condition called bruxism. Bruxism often happens while you sleep, so you may not even realize you’re doing it. You can tell if you grind your teeth at night by…

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CDCP, Dental Care • September 19, 2025

What Is the Canada Dental Care Plan (CDCP)?

Dental care is an important part of overall health, but for many Canadians, cost remains a barrier to getting the treatment they need. To help make essential services more accessible, the Government of Canada recently introduced the Canada Dental Care Plan (CDCP), a new federal program that provides coverage for eligible individuals and families. The…

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Dental Health, Wisdom Teeth • August 29, 2025

Do You Have to Get Your Wisdom Teeth Out?

When wisdom teeth start to make their grand entry into your life, they can bring all sorts of questions and concerns. Wisdom teeth extraction is often discussed, but it’s not always necessary. If your wisdom teeth aren't causing any issues, you may not need to have them removed. But when they're impacted or begin to…

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Dental Care • July 22, 2025

How Long Does a Teeth Cleaning Take?

If you’ve booked a dental cleaning—or you’re just considering it—you might be wondering how much time to set aside. Most professional teeth cleanings take approximately 60 minutes for a healthy adult, but the exact timing depends on your oral health and any additional care you may require during your appointment. Whether it’s your first visit…

A model of a dental implant, showing the titanium root surgically placed in the jawbone.

Dental Implants, Oral Health, Restorative Dentistry • July 22, 2025

Are Dental Implants Painful?

Many people have some level of dental anxiety. When you add complex procedures like dental implants into this mix, even more patients are likely to have concerns. Fortunately,modern tools and precision mean you might feel some discomfort during your dental implant procedure, but you shouldn’t feel pain. Our goal at Chinook Village Dental is to…

A person inspects their teeth in a mirror for signs of cavities.

Oral Health • May 9, 2025

Can Cavities Heal Themselves?

Cavities are one of the most common dental issues, yet they still tend to sneak up on us, disrupting our lives in unpleasant ways. Whether it's a sudden sharp pain while enjoying an ice-cold drink or noticing an unfamiliar dark spot on your tooth, cavities are never welcome guests. But here's the truth: cavities can't heal…

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Dental Health, Tooth Extractions • April 28, 2025

Can I Drink Tea or Coffee After A Tooth Extraction?

You've just had a tooth extraction, and while the procedure is over, proper healing is your focus. One common question people have is about their diet, especially their favorite drinks. So, can you reach for that comforting cup of tea or energizing coffee right away? The simple answer is that holding off on tea and coffee…

Tooth Restorations • March 26, 2025

Dental Implant vs. Bridge: Which One Is Right for You?

Missing teeth affect the appearance of your smile and can also impact how you eat, speak, maintain your oral health, and even your facial structure. If you’re struggling with missing teeth, you may be considering two common options: dental implants or dental bridges. Where dental implants are surgically inserted into the jawbone to replace missing teeth individually,…

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Oral Health • February 26, 2025

Can Your Dentist Screen You for Oral Cancer?

Dentists play a critical role in maintaining oral health and safeguarding overall well-being. Regular, comprehensive check-ups are essential because they allow for the early detection of dental issues like gum disease and tooth decay and other health issues like cancer. The state of our oral health often reflects our general health; conditions such as diabetes, osteoporosis, and…

A person holding a glass of ice water while touching their cheek in discomfort due to tooth sensitivity

Dental Care • January 2, 2025

Why Are My Teeth Sensitive All of a Sudden?

One minute, you’re savouring your favourite ice cream flavour; the next, a sharp jolt of pain hits your teeth. Sudden tooth sensitivity can make everyday activities uncomfortable, but what causes it? Sensitivity often results from worn enamel, receding gums, or other dental issues that expose the inner layers of your teeth. Whether it’s triggered by hot coffee,…

How to Tell If You Grind Your Teeth at Night

What Is the Canada Dental Care Plan (CDCP)?

Do You Have to Get Your Wisdom Teeth Out?

How Long Does a Teeth Cleaning Take?

Are Dental Implants Painful?

Can Cavities Heal Themselves?

Can I Drink Tea or Coffee After A Tooth Extraction?

Dental Implant vs. Bridge: Which One Is Right for You?

Can Your Dentist Screen You for Oral Cancer?

Why Are My Teeth Sensitive All of a Sudden?

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