If you have visited the toothpaste aisle at your Arlington WalMart, you have probably noticed dozens of products that claim to whiten your teeth. A few years ago, the only over-the-counter tooth whitening options in Fort Worth were whitening toothpastes and Crest Whitestrips. Now there is a wide variety of products at every drugstore counter in the Fort Worth area.
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The 4 Components Of Saliva That Keep Teeth Healthy

Hello, my name is Dr. Stephen Ratcliff and I want to welcome you to my Arlington dental blog. My dental practice, Stephen Ratcliff, Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, wants to help our Mansfield TX, Bentley Village, and Cook’s Meadow patients to be knowledgeable about oral health issues.
Dental Crown Or Porcelain Veneer?

Arlington cosmetic dentistry offers multiple procedures for improving smiles. Two of the most popular procedures in the Fort Worth area are dental crowns and porcelain veneers.
6 Characteristics Of A Beautiful Smile

Hello Arlington! It has been said that beauty is in the eye of the beholder, however, when it comes to teeth, there are some features that are generally considered pleasing: 1. Bright and stain-free 2. No missing teeth 3. Healthy gumline 4. No chips, cracks or excessive wearing 5. Tooth size and length in harmony […]
What Can Fluoride Do For You, Arlington?

Hello, and welcome to the Arlington Dental Blog. Today we will be answering questions about fluoride: “What is it, exactly, and why is it so beneficial to your dental health?”
Can I Objectively Evaluate My Smile?

It is no secret that a beautiful, pleasing, healthy smile can be your most admired physical attribute. After all, people notice your smile first thing. How do you know if your smile is detracting from your appearance? Beauty is in the eye of the beholder; if you look at your smile in the mirror and […]
Cosmetic Dentistry Gives Fort Worth Residents Perfect Smiles

Hi. I’m Dr. Stephen Ratcliff, and I’ve been a dentist here in Arlington since 1990. One of my favorite things about being a dentist is seeing how my Arlington area patients find renewed confidence in themselves after a smile makeover.
Dental Veneers: 7 Fast Fixes For Arlington Smiles

Hi! Welcome to the Stephen Ratcliff, Family & Cosmetic Dentistry dental blog where we take the time to answer some of the questions dental patients in the Fort Worth area are curious about. Today we are focusing on fabulous veneers, which are used extensively in cosmetic dentistry.
Calming Root Canal Fears

In Arlington, Texas, a dentist’s office is sometimes seen as a painful and scary place. Stephen Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry located at 909 W Mitchell St Arlington, Texas, tries to discourage that image with a warm and friendly staff and qualified dentists. However, endodontic therapy, a dental procedure commonly known as a root canal, still carries a strong association with pain that sometimes keeps people from regularly visiting the dentist and tending optimally to their oral health.
Is Cosmetic Dentistry For You?

Many of the patients who visit Stephen Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry have questions about cosmetic dentistry. There is some reliable information online, but there are many questions that only your local Arlington dentist can answer. New developments in cosmetic dentistry have made it safe, affordable, and worth your consideration.