Gummy Smile?

Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Cosmetic Dentistry Arlington TX

Many Arlington TX cosmetic dentistry patients with a gummy smile undergo crown lengthening surgery to bring proper balance and symmetry to their smile. Gum tissue and, in some cases, bone is removed to expose more of the visible part of a tooth. It is a safe procedure that does not affect healthy tooth structure. A […]

Saliva And Arlington TX’s Dental Health

Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Saliva And Arlington

Hi. I’m Dr. Stephen Ratcliff. Welcome to my Arlington TX family dentistry blog. Today we’ll be looking at the complexity and importance of your saliva. Though most people may think it’s gross, saliva is essential to dental health as well as digestion. Saliva is mostly water, but a small portion of it is made up […]

Bright Smiles In Arlington TX

Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry

Hello Arlington TX! Do you want brighter, whiter teeth? Most Arlington TX folks notice their teeth dulling as the years go by, but some foods, drinks, and even mouthwashes can stain teeth at any age. Over-the-counter tooth whitening products like kits, strips, or toothpastes may slightly lighten stains, but for a truly brilliant smile, family […]

Crooked Teeth in Arlington TX?

Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Can't afford braces?

Now is a great time to have crooked teeth! Why? They can easily be straightened. There are few technological wonders of our era that are more appreciated than modern braces. Teeth straightening hardware of past generations in Arlington TX had many drawbacks. They often involved a whole orthodontic tool kit–full metal bands, headgear, elastics, spacers, […]

Let’s Talk About Your Smile

Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Let’s Talk About Your Smile

I’m Stephen Ratcliff of Stephen Ratcliff, Family & Cosmetic Dentistry. My office is located at 909 W Mitchell St in Arlington TX. One of the best things about being an Arlington TX area family dentist is interacting with my patients. During initial dental consultations, I listen carefully to my patient’s short and long term dental […]