Tooth Whitening: What The ADA Has To Say

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When a cosmetic dentistry procedure becomes popular in the Arlington and Grand Prairie areas, it’s natural to want to experience the dramatic results for yourself. However, responsible dental patients should know what the American Dental Association has to say regarding common cosmetic dentistry procedures such as teeth whitening. The ADA advises patients to communicate with […]

5 Simple Ways To Avoid A Cracked Tooth

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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 […]

3 Tips To Make Brushing In Arlington Count

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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 […]

What’s The Difference Between An Inlay And An Onlay?

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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

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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

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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?

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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, […]