20 Years of Gentle Family Dentistry: Native Coeur d'Alene Dentist Cherilee C. Bloom, DDS Marks Two Decades of Care

COEUR D'ALENE, ID — For more than 20 years, patients walking into Cherilee C. Bloom DDS PLLC on West Canfield Avenue have been greeted not by a stranger building a client list, but by a dentist who grew up in Coeur d'Alene, left to train and practice elsewhere, and chose to come home and build her career among her own community. That homecoming has become one of North Idaho's most enduring family dental practices, holding a 97 Dental.me Score and a 4.7-star patient rating across 48 reviews.

A Native Dentist's Path Home

Dr. Bloom's journey into dentistry started close to the mountains and lake she calls home. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Zoology from the University of Idaho in 1994, then traveled to Omaha, Nebraska, to complete her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at Creighton University Dental School in 1999. Rather than settle permanently on the West Coast after two years practicing as an associate dentist in Portland, Oregon, she returned to Coeur d'Alene to open the practice that bears her name — a decision that has now anchored two decades of continuous, personal care for families across the region.

A Philosophy Built on Calm and Trust

Dr. Bloom has been explicit about what she wants a visit to her office to feel like: unhurried, humane, and centered on relationship rather than transaction. "Our goal is to develop long lasting personal relationships based on understanding, communication, trust and our commitment to you," the practice states — a philosophy reflected in small, deliberate touches like pillows, blankets, and satellite radio offered during treatment, and an appointment system designed so patients are seen without long waits. The office schedule itself, running early mornings and compressed into Monday through Thursday, was built specifically to help patients fit dental care around work and family life rather than the other way around.

Technology and Technique Behind the Chair

Behind the practice's warm, low-stress atmosphere sits a genuinely modern clinical toolkit. Dr. Bloom uses digital X-rays that deliver image quality with 85 percent less radiation than conventional film, intra-oral cameras that let patients see exactly what she sees, and the Spectra Fluorescence Caries Detection System — an ultraviolet-based technology used to catch decay with greater precision. Every patient receives an intra-oral and head-and-neck cancer screening at their initial visit and at every subsequent cleaning, folding a serious diagnostic safeguard into routine care. The practice's service range spans the full spectrum of family dentistry: cosmetic veneers and bonding, crowns and bridges, root canals, implant restoration, partial and complete dentures, periodontal therapy, fillings, extractions, and whitening — meaning most families never need to be referred elsewhere for everyday needs.

A Team Built on Decades of Combined Experience

Dr. Bloom's commitment to continuing education extends through her entire staff, not just her own credentials. She provides annual continuing education for her team, including CPR certification and on-site medical emergency training, and pursues her own advanced coursework through study groups such as the Spears Institute Study Club, the Pinnacle Study Club, and the Coeur d'Alene Restorative Study Club. That investment shows up in a hygiene and support team with remarkable tenure: hygienist Kayla has spent 18 years in the dental field, beginning as an assistant in 2007 before transitioning into hygiene; hygienist Jessica brings over a decade of chairside experience; dental assistant Breanna Nolan holds credentials from the Workforce Training Center and an Associate's degree from North Idaho College; and front-office veterans Cassie and Charlene each carry a decade or more of dental office expertise. Dr. Bloom has maintained active membership in the American Dental Association, the Idaho State Dental Association, and the Idaho Panhandle Dental Society continuously since 1999.

Roots in the Community

Dr. Bloom's ties to Coeur d'Alene extend well beyond the exam chair. She has been recognized twice as a North Idaho Business Journal Top 30 Under 40 winner, and her community service has focused heavily on veterans and local causes — she has received certificates of appreciation from the Vietnam Veterans of America and the Department of Veterans Affairs, along with an Award of Appreciation from V.V.A. Chapter 890, all for her support of U.S. veterans. She has also taken first place for individual fundraising with the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life and sponsored a Relay for Life team. Her volunteer work has carried internationally as well, with mission trips through the Peter Emily International Veterinary Foundation and service at the Chimp Sanctuary NW. Patients have taken note of her willingness to go beyond scheduled hours when something urgent arises — one patient's family recounted how Dr. Bloom came into the office on New Year's Eve to treat a step-son in pain, and another described a two-hour emergency crown repair squeezed in the day before Christmas Eve.

The Patient Experience

What patients describe most consistently is a sense of being genuinely cared for rather than processed. One patient, describing herself as "a dental chicken," credited Dr. Bloom's calm, confident chairside manner — including her habit of explaining each step and what it might feel like before she begins — with helping her overcome a long-standing fear of dental work. That blend of technical competence and personal warmth, paired with a centrally located office and a schedule designed to minimize waiting, has become the hallmark patients return for.

Access, Hours, and New Patients

The practice keeps a compact, patient-friendly weekly schedule: Monday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wednesday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Thursday from 7 a.m. to noon, with the office closed Friday through Sunday. The early-morning and late-afternoon windows were specifically designed to accommodate patients' work and family schedules. Patients in Coeur d'Alene and throughout North Idaho can reach the office directly by phone or text to learn more about scheduling, services, and whether the practice is a fit for their dental needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dr. Bloom's background and training?
Dr. Bloom is a native of Coeur d'Alene who earned her Bachelor of Science in Zoology from the University of Idaho in 1994 and her Doctor of Dental Surgery from Creighton University Dental School in 1999. She practiced in Portland, Oregon, for two years before returning home to open her current practice.

What technology does the practice use?
The office uses digital X-rays with 85 percent less radiation than traditional film, intra-oral cameras so patients can see what the dentist sees, and the Spectra Fluorescence Caries Detection System, an ultraviolet technology used to aid in decay diagnosis.

What services are offered?
Services include cosmetic veneers and bonding, crowns and bridges, extractions, fillings, periodontal therapy and cleanings, root canals, implant restoration, partial and complete dentures, and whitening.

What are the office hours?
The practice is open Monday 8AM–5PM, Tuesday 8AM–4PM, Wednesday 7AM–3PM, and Thursday 7AM–12PM, with early morning and late afternoon appointments available. The office is closed Friday through Sunday.

Does the practice perform cancer screenings?
Yes. An intra-oral and head-and-neck cancer screening is performed at a patient's initial visit and at every subsequent cleaning appointment.

How can patients reach the office?
Patients can call or text (208) 762-2544 to ask questions or schedule an appointment at the office located at 815 West Canfield Ave., Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83815.

About Cherilee C. Bloom DDS PLLC

Cherilee C. Bloom DDS PLLC is a family dental practice in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, founded and led by Dr. Cheri Bloom, a native of the city who has practiced there for over 20 years following her dental training at Creighton University. The practice holds a 97 Dental.me Score and a 4.7-star rating across 48 reviews, offering comprehensive family, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry in a centrally located, state-of-the-art office. Patients can reach the practice at (208) 762-2544 to learn more about scheduling and services.

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