Relax. Your Teeth Will Thank You.

Categories: Dental Health
Grand Prairie cosmetic dental and tooth implants

Most Arlington adults have been warned about the physical effects of stress. Our doctors remind us to protect ourselves from the dangers of un-managed stress by eating healthy, exercising regularly, and getting adequate sleep. We know that we shouldn’t try to relieve stress with overeating, excessive alcohol consumption, smoking, or compulsive spending. (Even though many […]

Preventing Facial Injuries

Categories: Dental Health
Fort Worth Sports Dentistry

Facial injuries occur all too often in the Fort Worth area. Mansfield Little Leaguers get hit by inside pitches, Grand Prairie construction workers suffer falls and other accidents at the worksite, and Texas motorists sustain injuries in collisions every single day. Accidents at home can also result in serious injury to the face. Serious facial […]

Gritting Your Teeth: Stress And Your Smile

Categories: Dental Health
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Doctors have been telling us for years that stress can increase the risk of everything from high blood pressure to depression. But how often do we think about how stress influences our smile? Here are some dental problems linked to stress. Canker and Cold Sores Cold sores are a symptom of the herpes simplex virus. […]

The Gift Of Oral Health

Categories: Dental Crowns
The Gift Of Oral Health In Grand Prairie

Many dental patients in the Arlington, Mansfield, and Grand Prairie areas may wonder why, with all the advances in dental medicine, we still send you home with a complimentary toothbrush and roll of floss. It’s true, they do seem a little old-fashioned in our high-tech world, but don’t let their simple design fool you. These […]

What Does Your Saliva Reveal?

Categories: Dental Health

Arlington dentists know that a mouth examination can reveal troubles in other parts of the patient’s body. Because many diseases manifest in soft tissues of the mouth or cause pain in the jaw, dentists often refer patients to their medical doctor for further diagnosis when they encounter issues such as inflammation, chronic bad breath, bleeding […]

Is Your Smile Holding You Back?

Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Grand Prairie cosmetic smile makeover

Have you ever taken an unexpected trip to the grocery store looking completely disheveled in a rush to acquire an emergency item – say cough medicine or a must-have poster board for your child’s school assignment? On such an occasion you will inevitably bump into someone you know. How do you feel in your ill-fitting […]

6 Things You Should Know Before Having Oral Surgery

Categories: Dental Health
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When it comes to preparing for oral surgery,  the prized patients of Stephen Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry are given 6 essential instructions to get them through from start to finish. First, Choose Wisely Understanding the pros and cons of a procedure helps you attain the prime outcome. This important knowledge about your dental experience […]

Dental Breakthroughs On The Horizon

Categories: General Dentistry
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At Stephen Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, we use the latest validated dental technology to provide our patients with quality general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry. In addition, we keep tabs on the latest dental research that is moving the industry forward. Here are some of the intriguing dental technologies currently being evaluated and tested: Fill and […]

What Can Veneers Do For Grand Prairie Smiles?

Categories: Porcelain Veneers
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Hello, and welcome to our Stephen Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry cosmetic dentistry blog. Today we are taking the time to answer a common question that many dental patients have. The question is, “What exactly are veneers and how are they used in cosmetic dentistry?” Veneers are thin shells made from durable, translucent porcelain or […]

Pediatric Dentistry

Categories: Family Dentistry
pediatric dentistry with Dr. Stephen Ratcliff

If you have children in the Arlington area, there is no better time to consider pediatric dentistry than right now. The best time to start your Arlington children on a pediatric dentistry program is when their teeth first appear. This may seem a bit early, however it is a great time to become acquainted with […]