If you’ve ever visited our blog, you’ve probably heard the advice to have dental exams and cleanings twice a year. In fact, dental professionals have been advising the twice-yearly frequency for over 50 years. The American Dental Association counsels individuals to visit their dentist twice a year as well. Is that an arbitrary schedule? Let’s […]
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Toothache Relief at Stephen Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, General Dentistry
A toothache is probably the most common dental problem. However, they have multiple causes. A toothache can come on gradually–or attack with full force. 1. You sip a cold drink and–bam!–tooth pain. When a cavity has eroded enamel it eventually hits the layer underneath. This is called dentin. This layer is softer than enamel and […]
Why Trust Your Smile to Stephen Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry?
Hi, I’m Dr. Stephen Ratcliff. Practicing dentistry at Stephen Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry is enjoyable and rewarding. I am proud to provide quality dentistry I appreciate the relationships I have formed with my valued patients who trust me to care for their teeth. If you are one of my patients, let me thank you […]
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 […]
We Look Forward To Meeting You
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 […]
Help For Nervous Dental Patients At Stephen Ratcliff Family
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, General Dentistry
Imagine the following: You are stretched out in a dental chair at the start of a checkup. As a dental assistant wraps a paper bib around your neck and clicks on a bright overhead light, you tense up and your heart begins to pound. If this sounds at all like you, sedation dentistry from Stephen […]
Why You Should Fix Your Child’s Crooked Teeth
Crooked teeth have a certain charm in little smiles. But as kids grow up, crooked teeth can create dental health problems. At Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington TX, we usually recommend straightening children’s teeth with braces. There are many reasons for this. Some are related to dental health, while others have more […]
Let’s Take Care Of Those Tooth Stains
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Teeth Whitening
The effectiveness of teeth whitening at Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington TX depends in part on the types of stains you have. There are two types of tooth stains: Extrinsic stains are the simplest to remove. These are surface stains that have not penetrated through the enamel. Extrinsic stains are caused by […]
This Coming New Year, Smile Brighter!
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Teeth Whitening
At Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington TX, we know New Year’s Eve parties are just around the corner and we are eager to celebrate the coming of 2023! Soon, all of us will be gathering to watch fireworks and indulge in all sorts of fun traditions. This brings us to the topic […]
