One of the essential habits of good dental health is daily brushing with an effective toothpaste. There is a wide variety of toothpastes available. At Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington TX, we recommend you use one with the ADA seal. That seal ensures that the toothpaste has been tested, claims are being […]
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Your Unique Smile – Only Better!
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Health
If you’re not happy with your smile, you can improve it with cosmetic dentistry from Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington TX. Cosmetic dentistry is all about using sound dental techniques to make positive changes to your smile. Even a tiny change can make a big difference. General and family dentistry addresses the […]
Healthy Living Starts With A Smile
What comes to mind when you think of healthy living? A dinner plate with a grilled chicken breast and a tossed salad? A cholesterol test that shows your arteries are looking good? If you pictured a white, healthy smile, free of cavities, Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington TX salutes you. Essential Dental […]
Fluoride Treatments: Not Just For Kids
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
You rarely hear the word “toothpaste” without it being preceded by “fluoride.” Fluoride toothpaste is good for teeth, and at Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington TX, we encourage its use. Fluoride is an essential mineral that helps your teeth stay strong. It is found in some foods and water and makes toothpastes […]
Smile Like You Mean It!
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Health
Have you ever noticed how some people never show a genuine smile? In family pictures, they stay tight-lipped. Even if they’re laughing at the funniest joke ever, they cover their mouths. At Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington TX, we can improve any smile with the help of cosmetic dentistry. There are many […]
How Oral Inflammation Affects Your Health
Swollen and painful gums are symptoms of periodontal disease, an inflammatory gum disease. At Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington TX, we see patients every day who complain about pain and discomfort. Swelling of the gums occurs from an auto-immune response of the body reacting to an infection. Infections are noticeable through pain, […]
How Your Lifestyle Affects Your Tooth Color
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Health
Most people want to have white teeth and a great smile. But the majority of people have discolored or just plain yellow teeth, especially in a world of tea and coffee drinkers. At Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington TX, we can fix that. Did you know that tooth enamel is like skin? […]
5 Ways To Restore A Tooth
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Health
There is more than one way to fix a tooth. If you are the fortunate owner of perfectly healthy teeth, you may never need any of these procedures. However, if you are like most, you will need to restore a tooth eventually. Today’s post looks at five cosmetic dentistry options from Stephen Ratcliff Family and […]
4 Mansfield Smile Boosters
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Health
Cosmetic dentistry is a term that refers to using proven dental techniques to enhance the appearance of your smile. We have improved countless smiles with it at Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington TX. In this post, we’ll highlight four ways that cosmetic dentistry can improve your smile. Teeth whitening is quick and […]
How Tooth Grinding Can Damage Your Smile
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
Teeth grinding is a common behavior among people of all ages. Known formally as bruxism, it is when someone involuntarily clenches or grinds their teeth. It can have serious consequences, but is treatable at Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington TX. Teeth grinding can occur during the day or night and can affect […]
