It doesn’t have to take a lot of time to improve your oral hygiene. In fact, you can form a new habit to benefit your oral health in 10 seconds. I’m Dr. Stephen Ratcliff with Stephen Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry writing to offer my patients 6 ways to add vital dental care to each day […]
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Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Hello friends! Welcome to Stephen Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington. We provide general dentistry, restorative dentistry, and cosmetic dentistry for the whole family. Our services include: dental implants porcelain veneers Invisalign clear braces Immediate care for dental emergencies Strong, natural-looking restorations A clean, comfortable, and friendly dental atmosphere to make your experience as […]
Restore Or Replace: New Life For Your Damaged Tooth
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry
Hello, friends of Stephen Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry! As the saying goes, there is more than one way to skin a cat (although I don’t know anyone who would want to). Likewise, there is more than one way to fix a tooth. If you are the lucky owner of a set of perfectly healthy […]
Don’t Like Dental Visits? Go Anyway.
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
It’s no secret that many Arlington residents dread going to the dentist. Whether they associate dental visits with shame, pain, or financial drain, they avoid it at all costs. See Your Dentist Regularly to Avoid Painful Oral Problems However, examine the fact that by seeing your dentist regularly, you can abstain from dental procedures like […]
Protect Young Smiles From Childhood Tooth Decay
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
We get it. Parents have a lot to worry about when it comes to their child’s health and safety. Committing to daily oral hygiene will prevent the pain, inconvenience, and expense of dealing with decay in children. Even though most moms and dads know the basics of children’s dental care, Arlington pediatric dentists continue to […]
Who Do You Call If You Have a Dental Emergency?
Categories: Emergency Dental Care
A dental emergency is any scenario in which damage to the teeth occurs and the patient needs urgent care. While a dental emergency may have never happened to you, it could happen in the future. Some things are too urgent to wait for an appointment. How do you know if you need to call for […]
The 4 Stages of Gum Disease
Categories: General Dentistry, Gum Disease
You may be wondering why sometimes your gums are red and swollen, or your breath is bad. Maybe you’re just interested in improving your dental health and want to be more aware for your next appointment. Learn about the four stages of gum disease you may be overlooking when thinking of your comprehensive dental needs. […]
Top 6 Ways To Destroy A Beautiful Smile
Categories: Beautiful Smile, General Dentistry
6. Be a Builder Not a Wrecker Bacteria are constantly trying to build an empire in your mouth, give it what it wants: juice, soda, and chewy candy for the small crevices, and hard-to-reach surfaces! 5. Let Acid Rock It! Energy drinks, diet soda, red wine, coffee, and tea. Great at staining and wearing away […]
3 Vital Reasons to Floss Regularly
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
Are you an avid flosser? Many of us periodically skip this needed habit. Studies show that around 68% of people report flossing at least once a week while 20% say they actually never floss. Skipping the dedicated flossing routine can have devastating consequences on your overall dental health and lead to costly dental work in […]
General and Family Dentistry in Arlington
Categories: Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
When you do an Internet search for a dentist, you may comes across the terms “family dentist” and “general dentist.” You mean there’s a difference? At Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington TX, we’re going to explain. 11 Reasons to Visit Stephen Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington Let’s discuss some reasons […]
