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 […]
Family Dentistry
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 […]
Sealants Prevent Cavities For Kids
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
Regular brushing and flossing are essential in preventing tooth decay. But another valuable tool are dental sealants, available at Stephen Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington. Dental sealants are a thin layer of plastic painted onto the chewing surfaces of the molars. Applying them is completely painless, and once they’re on they can prevent […]
Choosing A Toothbrush For Your Child
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
Choosing a toothbrush for your child may not sound like a very critical issue, but it’s more important than you might think. With that in mind, Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington has some suggestions. The most important consideration is probably that your youngster likes the toothbrush. That makes it far more likely […]
Debunking Dental Myths
In this post from Stephen Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington we focus on three common myths about dental health. All Sugar Is Equally Bad For Teeth. We all know that sugar increases our risk of tooth decay, but some types are worse than others. Sugar-based foods that sit on the teeth are more […]
How To Make Brushing Your Teeth A Habit
Brushing and flossing your teeth twice a day is one of the best things you can do to maintain good dental health. You’ve probably heard us say that more than once, at Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington. Not many patients like to admit it, but studies show that some people have a […]
The Stephen Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry Guide To Preventing Gum Disease
Here is a statistic that should make everyone sit up and take notice: nearly half of all Americans over the age of thirty have some form of gum disease. That works out to about sixty-five million people! Gum disease treatment is available at Stephen Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington. Gum disease is usually […]
Your Smile Says Keep Trying!
This message from Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington is for anyone finding it difficult to improve their dental health. We urge you to keep working at it and assure you that we’re here to help! Keep Trying To Floss Many people are good about brushing their teeth, but sometimes skip flossing. This […]
Family Dentistry
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
What is the difference between a general dentist and a family dentistry? That question may cross your mind as you peruse through various practices in town, looking for a dentist who’s a good fit with your needs. At Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington, we’ll explain. The main difference between a general dentist […]
5 Reasons To See Dr. Ratcliff
In this message from Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington, we look at the big picture. Developing a relationship with an experienced dentist is vital for maintaining healthy smiles for every member of the family. Here are five reasons to make us your partner in dental health. Visit Us For the Truth. Healthy […]
