LIFE Dentistry

LIFE Dentistry Welcome to Life Dentistry in the growing community of Walker Lakes. We are located just off the Hend

You notice little things — your child struggles with certain foods, keeps their mouth slightly open, or seems to have tr...
07/30/2026

You notice little things — your child struggles with certain foods, keeps their mouth slightly open, or seems to have trouble with some sounds — and you’re not sure if it’s “just a phase.”

Many oral development issues start quietly, with habits like mouth breathing or thumb sucking, or with restrictive tissues that limit how the lips and tongue move. Catching these patterns early with a pediatric-focused dentist can help support healthy jaw growth, feeding, speech, and overall comfort before bigger problems develop later.

Our latest article explains how we monitor oral development in children and what parents should know about restrictive tissue concerns in South Edmonton.

A backyard game, a bike spill, or a pool slip — summer fun comes with a few more chances for a chipped or knocked-out to...
06/30/2026

A backyard game, a bike spill, or a pool slip — summer fun comes with a few more chances for a chipped or knocked-out tooth.

A little know-how protects a tooth before you reach us: handle a knocked-out tooth by the crown (never the root), keep it moist in milk or saliva, and see a dentist quickly. For a chip, rinse with warm water, save any pieces, and use a cold compress for swelling. Our latest guide walks through the most common summer dental emergencies.

You've been putting off that appointment for a couple of years. Every time you think about booking, the anxiety kicks in...
05/27/2026

You've been putting off that appointment for a couple of years. Every time you think about booking, the anxiety kicks in — the sounds, the sensations, the time in the chair.

IV sedation is one option that changes that equation for a lot of people. You stay responsive, breathe on your own, and remain comfortable throughout — but your awareness of time and surroundings is greatly reduced. Many patients describe it as sitting down, and then hearing that everything was done.

It's not the right choice for everyone, but for those with strong dental fear, a sensitive gag reflex, or several treatments to catch up on, it's worth understanding properly.

Serving families right here near Walker Lake in Southeast Edmonton, we frequently hear the misconception that if your te...
05/02/2026

Serving families right here near Walker Lake in Southeast Edmonton, we frequently hear the misconception that if your teeth don’t hurt, your oral health is perfectly fine. Over our years of serving this local area, our team has observed that the most severe clinical threats often progress without a single warning sign of pain.

Ignoring the early signs of bleeding gums is a lot like ignoring microscopic cracks in your home’s foundation before an Edmonton winter. The surface-level damage might seem easy to overlook, but left untreated, that hidden inflammation eventually destroys the deep structural support holding everything together.

Here is what happens when early inflammation goes unchecked:
• Plaque hardens into tartar, creating a rough bacterial trap below the gumline that you cannot clean at home.
• The gums begin physically separating from the teeth, creating deep periodontal pockets that breed aggressive infection.
• The underlying bone structure begins to resorb, leading to shifting alignment, bite changes, and eventual tooth loss.

We want our community to understand these hidden clinical dangers. We’ve mapped out the full details in our latest guide. See the first comment below: 🦷🏡

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5057 22 Avenue SW
Edmonton, AB
T6X2N4

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 7pm
Tuesday 8am - 7pm
Wednesday 8am - 7pm
Thursday 8am - 7pm
Friday 8am - 7pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm

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+17807585433

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