When a tooth’s nerve and pulp becomes infected, you must make a choice with your dentist about whether to attempt to save the tooth with a root canal or to extract the tooth altogether. At Stephen Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington, TX, we’re familiar with that tough decision and we are happy to talk […]
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Gum Disease And Tooth Loss
Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry in the Arlington, TX area provides insight into the warning signs for gum disease.
Cosmetic Dentistry Guide to Teeth Whitening in Arlington
So you want to whiten your teeth? It’s a competitively-priced way to brighten your smile, look younger, and feel more confident when you interact with people in business or social settings. Here are 5 things Stephen Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry recommends when it comes to teeth whitening in Arlington: Meet with your dentist for a […]
Restorative Dentistry in Arlington: Gap-Tooth Smiles Aren’t Cute Anymore
Have you lost teeth? It’s a lot different than when you lost your baby teeth way back in the day. Unfortunately, these don’t grow back and a gap-toothed smile doesn’t look as cute as it did when you were in kindergarten. If you have had teeth extracted or if your teeth are compromised by staining, decay, […]
Teeth Look Too Short? Lengthen Them!
Most people who are considering cosmetic dentistry in Arlington are aware of the cosmetic dental procedures that are frequently advertised in the area. There are porcelain veneers, a custom made wafer-thin covering permanently attached to the front of a tooth to make it stain-free and perfectly shaped. Veneers can repair small chips and crack in teeth […]
Think It’s Not Necessary To Replace Missing Teeth in Arlington?
Some people who lose a posterior tooth question whether they should even replace it or not. After all, it doesn’t show when you smile and there are other teeth to take over the chewing functions. Why not avoid the expense to replace missing teeth in Arlington and save some money? Actually, there are several essential […]
Family Dentistry in Grand Prairie: Instill Good Brushing Habits
New Arlington parents may be surprised by the American Dental Association’s recommendations on children’s oral care. Parents are advised to begin brushing their baby’s teeth as soon as the first teeth emerge. After all, brand-new teeth are just as vulnerable to dental cavities as older teeth. Parents are encouraged to use a cloth and a smidgen […]
Smile Makeover in Grand Prairie: Why Aren’t You Smiling?
Hello, and welcome to the dental blog of Stephen Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry. At our practice, we look at smiles every day. Sometimes when we meet a dental patient, we notice whether the people around us are smiling or not. Whenever we encounter someone with obvious tooth issues, we try to tell them about the […]
7 Steps For A Healthy Smile | Dental Health in Arlington
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Benjamin Franklin coined this phrase in the 1730s as advice for fire safety. However, like all timeless quotes, it applies to many more characteristics of modern life, particularly dental health in Arlington. Keeping your smile beautiful and healthy is done most effectively with preventative measures. Some […]
Affordable Tooth Bleaching in Arlington: Fact or Fiction
You have probably seen ads for brightening products contain terms such as “white brite,” “22 carbamide peroxide” and “peroxide teeth.” How do you separate fact from fiction when it comes to tooth bleaching in Arlington? Some tooth whitening dentists will guarantee fantastic results for any patient that desires a whiter smile. At Stephen Ratcliff Family & […]