Many Arlington dental patients are turning to metal-free dentistry. Instead of amalgam fillings, they decide on composite and porcelain restorations. Non-metal fillings and crowns can be matched perfectly to your natural tooth color. Some people are sensitive to the metals used in traditional fillings. Non-metal materials can prevent potential tooth sensitivity. Controversy Over Whether Dental Amalgam is […]
Cosmetic Dentistry
What Sets Stephen Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry Apart?
At Stephen Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, we enjoy providing guidance on oral health. We know that optimal dental health depends on accurate information. General Dental Procedures Suppose you need a cavity filled or want to restore a tooth with a dental implant. We make sure our patients understand all the details of their treatment. […]
How to Prevent Tooth Decay In Arlington
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Tooth decay, also known as “dental caries,” is a common dental problem that affects people of all ages in <~City~>. It occurs when bacteria in the mouth break down the sugars in food and produce acid, which erodes the enamel on teeth. Over time, this erosion can lead to cavities, which can cause pain, sensitivity, and […]
Optimum Oral Health Includes Exams and Cleanings
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
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 […]
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 […]
