Maintaining good oral hygiene in the Arlington area is essential to overall health and wellness. Your teeth and gums are the foundation of great personal health. Most of us in the Arlington area brush our teeth twice a day. This is good practice and makes for a good start to your oral health. However, many […]
Dental Health
How Do You Choose a Dental Practice For a Dental Implant?
Today’s article is for men and women who have decided to replace a tooth with an implant. Great choice! Now you need to choose a dental implant dentist to perform the procedure. This is an important decision. A dental implant is permanent. It involves oral surgery. It requires a significant financial investment. Making a bad […]
Tips for Keeping Teeth Clean During Your Workday Texas
Maintaining clean teeth throughout the day is essential for oral hygiene, social courtesy, and overall confidence. However, the demands of a busy workday can sometimes make it challenging to prioritize dental care. Here are some practical tips to help you keep your teeth clean and maintain optimal oral health while at work in your local […]
Which Is The Best Toothbrush For Texas Residents?
One of the most important tools for maintaining oral hygiene is a toothbrush. However, with so many types of toothbrushes available in the Arlington Texas market, it can be overwhelming to choose the best one for you. Choosing the best toothbrush can depend on a lot of factors. Our team at Stephen Ratcliff Family & […]
Modern Dental Technology Makes Treatment Less Scary
Many Arlington residents are afraid to go to the dentist. For some men and women with dental anxiety, it’s because they had a painful experience at the dentist when they were young. Others fear needles or a perceived lack of control. Another oft-cited reason people are scared of the dentist is the dreaded dental drill. If […]
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 […]
Don’t Like Dental Visits? Go Anyway.
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
It’s no secret that many Arlington residents dread going to the dentist. Whether they associate dental visits with shame, pain, or financial drain, they avoid it at all costs. See Your Dentist Regularly to Avoid Painful Oral Problems However, examine the fact that by seeing your dentist regularly, you can abstain from dental procedures like […]
Protect Young Smiles From Childhood Tooth Decay
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
We get it. Parents have a lot to worry about when it comes to their child’s health and safety. Committing to daily oral hygiene will prevent the pain, inconvenience, and expense of dealing with decay in children. Even though most moms and dads know the basics of children’s dental care, Arlington pediatric dentists continue to […]
3 Vital Reasons to Floss Regularly
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
Are you an avid flosser? Many of us periodically skip this needed habit. Studies show that around 68% of people report flossing at least once a week while 20% say they actually never floss. Skipping the dedicated flossing routine can have devastating consequences on your overall dental health and lead to costly dental work in […]
Adult Dental Health for Arlington Smiles
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
At Stephen Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, our goal is preventing dental problems and keeping our patient’s smiles healthy and beautiful. We provide general and family dentistry at our Arlington dental practice. Adult Dental Health As a general and family dental office, we have been treating patients of all ages since 1990. An interesting (and […]
