Dental crowns have been used in dentistry for over 2,000 years. There is evidence that the Etruscans experimented with crowns on teeth using ivory and bone as early as 700 B.C. By 200 A.D., they began using gold crowns to construct artificial teeth. Ancient Egyptians fashioned tooth replacements out of seashells and then hammered them into their gums. (Oral sedation, anyone?)
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When Bad Breath Terrifies: 4 Tips
Categories: Dental Health
Brushing just the teeth may not remove food particles between the teeth and up in the gums. Bacteria can grow and stink from hidden, floss-only locations. Gently brushing the gums, sides of the mouth, and the tongue in addition to the teeth may make the difference.
Keep Your Teeth Safe In Arlington
Categories: Dental Health
You might think that mouth protectors are only for ultimate fighters and football players, but actually mouth guards can and should be used during any activity where a blow to the face is possible.
Floss Pick Facts For Fort Worth
Categories: Dental Health
The American Dental Association has only approved dental floss for cleaning in between teeth. One issue is that floss picks can’t curve and form the angles needed for superior cleaning.
The Painful Truth About Toothaches In Arlington, Texas
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Stephen Ratcliff, DDS is also well-versed in all things cosmetic dentistry can offer. Cosmetic dentistry in Arlington, Texas creates confident smiles, a stronger face-to-face presence, and a clearer presentation of the real you.
Let Us Ease Your Dental Anxiety In Arlington, Texas
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
The final step to relief is just smiling. We’d like to take care of cosmetic dentistry or family dentistry or restorative dentistry for you. And we are certain you’ll walk out the door smiling.
Be Wise About Your Wisdom Teeth, Fort Worth
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
We can also answer any questions you have about smile makeovers. Because there are so many quick and effective cosmetic dentistry procedures available, such as invisible braces, veneers, teeth whitening, and dental implants, anyone in Fort Worth can have a perfect smile. I love giving my Arlington patients the smiles they’ve always wanted.
Dental Patient Education For Bentley Village Smiles
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
When my Mansfield TX or Cook’s Meadow patients are in need of a dental procedure such as a filling or a crown, we take the time to explain the treatment and why it needs to be done. We also explain how to care for your teeth post-procedure.
Visit Stephen Ratcliff, Family & Cosmetic Dentistry For The Royal Treatment
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
No matter what concerns you most about your smile, dental, or orthodontic needs, we’ll answer your toughest questions and direct your course with precision. We’d love to schedule you for cosmetic dentistry. We want you to experience the metamorphosis that comes from family dentistry or restorative dentistry.
Fort Worth Dentists Know When A Simple Problem Can Become Serious
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Injuries, sores, or inflammation in the mouth can be very uncomfortable. These non-specific irritations, called stomatitis, have many different causes. They may be cause by cold sores, gum disease, or biting the inside of your mouth. They may also be cause by the irritation that results from broken teeth or braces.
