To improve your smile, all you need to do is pick up the phone and make an appointment with Stephen Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry. A Smile You Want to Show Off A whiter smile can change your life dramatically. Many of our patients feel more self-confident in personal and professional settings with their new, […]
Beautiful Smile
Straightening Smiles and Crooked Teeth at Stephen Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry
Crooked teeth are known in the world of dentistry as “malocclusion.” Malocclusion can impact the aesthetics of your smile and may affect your overall oral health and enjoyment. At Stephen Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry in the Arlington area, we understand the significance of addressing crooked teeth to ensure our patient’s smiles are healthy, confident, […]
A Beautiful Smile in Arlington is Timeless
Every stage of life has its benefits and drawbacks. For example, in our golden years, we may enjoy traveling, more free time, and grandchildren. However, most Arlington retirees do not welcome wrinkles, limited mobility, or dental issues. Fortunately, your smile can be healthy and beautiful throughout your life. With cosmetic and restorative dentistry, you can […]
Does Your Smile Make a Great First Impression?
In a Match.com survey, over 5,000 single men and women were asked what they found most attractive in a potential dating partner. 60% of men and 71% of women said straight, white teeth and an attractive smile were the highest-ranking feature. and… Research by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), found that a healthy, […]
How Often Should I Replace My Toothbrush?
As I stand over my sink and contemplate the frayed bristles of my favorite toothbrush, I speculate whether I should replace it. It’s a good question. We all brush our teeth on a daily basis. Like a good pair of jeans, it seems the more we use a toothbrush, the more comfortable it gets. As […]
Six 10-Second Healthy Tooth Helps
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 […]
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 […]
Cosmetic Dental Artistry
Categories: Beautiful Smile, Cosmetic Dentistry
Cosmetic dentistry at Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington TX is part science and part art. Our objective is creating positive changes to the teeth and smiles of our patients. In order to achieve an attractive, yet natural looking result, we do more than recommend specific procedures. We consider the shape, alignment, color […]
Smile Transformations At Stephen Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry
Categories: Beautiful Smile, Cosmetic Dentistry
This post is for anyone who isn’t comfortable with their smile. Cosmetic dentistry from Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington TX may be just what you need to know! Common issues we hear about include yellow, misaligned, or missing teeth, too much or too little gum tissue, or weakened teeth. Few of us […]
Cosmetic Dental Masterpieces
Porcelain veneers from Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington are a versatile treatment that can improve a range of flaws on any smile, and leave you with a dental masterpiece! Veneers are thin shells of medical-grade ceramic that are attached to the front of your teeth. Veneers are custom-fitted for each tooth. Once […]
