In this post from Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington TX, we examine children’s dental cleanings. Does your child need a professional dental cleaning if you practice dental hygiene at home? The short answer is yes. Let’s consider it. Both processes are critical. They reinforce each other. They work in tandem to protect […]
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Aesthetic Dental Transformations
Categories: Beautiful Smile, Cosmetic Dentistry
Many of our patients at Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington are enjoying the lasting benefits of cosmetic dentistry. A stunning smile not only looks great, it makes you feel great! When you first look in the mirror in the morning while brushing those gleaming babies, you remember; “Oh yeah, I fixed my […]
Implant Dentures: Fixed Or Removable?
For anyone who has lost all of their teeth, implant-supported dentures from Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington may sound like a dream come true: dentures that are attached to the jaw, and surpass traditional dentures in appearance and functionality. Implant-supported dentures both provide numerous advantages over standard dentures. Secure in the mouth—no […]
Dental Implant Success: The Odds Are In Your Favor
People thinking about replacing a missing tooth with a dental implant from Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington TX usually want to know about the implant success rate. In case you are unfamiliar with dental implants, we’ll describe them. What is a Dental Implant? A dental implant is a metal post that acts […]
Teach Healthy Habits Early to Avoid Disease in Adulthood
Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss in the United States. It doesn’t often appear in children, but it can. That’s why Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington stresses good dental health, with regular checkups and proper dental hygiene, starting at an early age. We recommend a child’s first dental visit […]
The Five Stages of a Cavity
You may have heard that once tooth enamel is eroded, it’s gone forever. This is partially true, but in in this post from Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington we explain how in the earliest stage of enamel erosion, a cavity can be reversed. Let’s describe the five stages of a cavity. Stage […]
Extraction Is Not The End Game
Categories: Dental Implants, Denture Implants
Have you had a tooth extracted? You may be left with a gap in your smile. Unsightly as that may be, there is more than the issue of appearance. At Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington, we can address that with a dental implant. Problems With Extracted Teeth After a tooth is extracted, […]
A Root Canal Doesn’t Just Save a Tooth
When a patient comes into Stephen Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington with long-time toothache, they are often desperate. “Just pull it!” They don’t want to suffer the pain any longer. They have written off the tooth and have recognized the reality that they will lose it. Extraction isn’t the only option When a tooth […]
Fixing Chipped Teeth With Bonding
Categories: General Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry
Your teeth are covered in enamel, a strong outer layer that protects them. But it isn’t indestructable. A little rough-housing at home, an accident on the playing field, or biting something like hard candy or ice, and you’ve got a chipped tooth. If that happens, call us at Stephen T. Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry […]
Peace Begins With A Smile
Categories: Beautiful Smile, Cosmetic Dentistry
Mother Theresa once said that peace begins with a smile. How do you feel about your smile? Are you at peace with it? If you think there is room for improvement, talk to us about cosmetic dentistry options at Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington. Cosmetic dentistry refers to a range of procedures […]
