Everyone wants nice, pearly white teeth. It makes sense, then, to brush our teeth more often to get them – right? Well, no. As we explain in this post from Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington TX, brushing too aggressively can result in receding gums. Gum recession is when your gum line exposes […]
Dental Health
Protect Your Enamel, Protect Your Teeth
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
This message from Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington is about tooth enamel. Tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the body, and well-suited to protect your teeth. If you keep your tooth enamel healthy, you will avoid many dental ailments. Your risk of getting cavities goes way down. Your teeth will be […]
Oral Cancer: Early Diagnosis Makes A Big Difference
Cancer remains one of the scariest diagnoses anyone can get. Oral cancer is especially frightening, because it generally has a higher mortality rate than other cancers. Please keep reading this post from Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington, because we actually have some encouraging things to tell you. The reason that the death […]
How Much Do You Know About Gum Disease?
Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss in adult Americans, yet many people are surprisingly under-informed about it. In this blog post from Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington, we share some basic facts about gum disease. In its earliest and most treatable stage, gum disease is called gingivitis. The more […]
Tooth Implant Placement: Before, During, After
Categories: Dental Health, Dental Implants
Dental implants are rapidly becoming the tooth replacement option of choice. Millions of Americans have chosen implants, like those available at Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington. Once the decision is made, patients usually want to know what’s involved every step of the way. Before the Procedure It begins with a consultation and […]
Are Floss Picks As Good As Regular Dental Floss?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Health
Are floss picks as good as regular floss? While it’s better to use a floss pick than to not floss at all, it’s important to note that floss picks can only clean a part of the tooth’s surface. At Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington we recommend traditional floss or tape. Here’s why: […]
Gum Disease Linked To Alzheimer’s: Keep Those Gums Healthy!
Gum disease is a major cause of tooth loss, but it’s a treatable condition at Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington. Keeping your gums healthy is essential for your overall health, but if you need yet another reason to keep them in good shape we’ve got a doozy. Scientists have found a connection […]
Halitosis And Xerostomia (Bad Breath And Dry Mouth)
In this post from Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington, we address the unpleasant topic of halitosis, also known as bad breath. While poor dental hygiene is the most common cause of halitosis, many factors can contribute to it, or even make it worse. One of these is the lack of saliva, or […]
Implants Prevent Denture-Related Health Problems
Categories: Dental Health, Dental Implants
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 25% of adults over 65 have no remaining teeth. Many people with missing no teeth choose conventional dentures. But there is a better, state-of-the-art alternative at Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington. Problems With Dentures Conventional dentures usually fit properly at first. But the […]
Foaming At The Mouth: Are You Brushing Right?
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
In this post from Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington, we explore some specifics about brushing your teeth. One key to getting the most out of your toothpaste is getting plenty of foam when brushing. Working up a good foam is brought about by pre-wetting the toothbrush, then brushing at a 45 degree […]
