Cracked teeth can be painful, unattractive, and pricey to repair. Today’s post in the Stephen Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry dental blog contains an easy-to-follow list of tips to keep your teeth whole and strong. 1. Avoiding a cracked tooth means avoiding chewing on hard things. Mind-blowing, right? Arlington and Mansfield dental patients should steer […]
Blog
3 Tips To Make Brushing In Arlington Count

Many of Dr. Stephen Ratcliff’s patients walk in for family dentistry, restorative dentistry, or cosmetic dentistry. Many for routine checkups and cleanings. Most really want to know if they are brushing properly. Having patients come for treatment and leave with questions answered – from which toothpaste to buy to proper tools and techniques – is […]
Comprehensive Esthetic Dentistry At Stephen Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry

If you want a movie star smile, Stephen Ratcliff at Stephen Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry can explain cosmetic dental options for achieving the sensational smile you desire. To book a private consultation for a smile makeover, call 817-274-7875 today. Dr. Stephen Ratcliff has helped many people in the 76013 zip code area achieve the […]
What’s The Difference Between An Inlay And An Onlay?

If you have tooth sensitivity or pain when you chew with your back teeth, the surfaces may be damaged. One option for restoration is the use of an inlay or onlay made of metal, composite resin, or porcelain. Inlays are very strong and shaped to precisely fit a hole in a damaged tooth. The choice […]
Express Your Personality With A Smile Makeover

What makes up a perfect smile? White teeth? Straight teeth? Teeth with pleasing proportions relative to one another? A stunning smile is more than the sum of its parts. At Stephen Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, we believe that your perfect smile also contains another element – your unique personality.
Soda Spells Double Trouble For Arlington

Soft drinks, soda, pop. No matter what you call it, it seems that these days it’s the dietary villain of choice. Today in the Stephen Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry dental blog, we are going to give you yet another important reason to avoid this ubiquitous drink. For dental health, soda deals a double punch […]
Do Veneers Make Teeth Look Bigger?

A well-designed veneer does not make your tooth look larger – unless you want it to. A veneer can correct many cosmetic dental problems and is a minimally invasive restoration. During the placement of some porcelain veneers, an extremely thin layer of enamel is removed from the tooth. If you have teeth with damage, discoloration, […]
Hiding Your Smile? Stephen Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry Can Help

Some people don’t feel that their smile is an asset, so they do their best to keep it hidden. Pictures, funny movies, jokes, hilarious internet videos – none of these can coax a smile or laugh. If this person sounds familiar (because it is you!), then maybe you would like some details about complete smile […]
Super Smiles For Life

Your child should be naturally proud of his or her smile. It expresses joy, laughter, and fun! To make sure your child has a healthy and appealing smile, start early. Really early. Dr. Stephen Ratcliff recommends that you bring your child in for their first dental visit soon after their first birthday. An early check […]
Versatile Veneers For A Vivid Smile

Have you ever wished you could quickly attach perfectly shaped, dazzling white front surfaces to your teeth? Guess what? You can! With porcelain veneers, you can eliminate smile imperfections in just one visit to your exceptional Arlington cosmetic dental office. The unprecedented porcelain veneer is one of the most versatile items in a cosmetic dentist’s […]