Though we don’t often think about it, Fort Worth children as young as 9 or 10 months of age can be infected with cavity producing bacteria, which causes cavities and tooth decay. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that almost 20% of children 2-5 have untreated cavities, and the percentage rises in […]
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Cosmetic Dentistry vs. General Dentistry In Arlington
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, General Dentistry
Hello, I’m Dr. Stephen Ratcliff. Welcome to my Arlington TX cosmetic dentistry blog. Today’s article focuses on the difference between general dentistry and cosmetic dentistry. General dentists in Arlington TX are dedicated to preventing and treating oral disease such as cavities and gum disease. When a problem is diagnosed, let’s say, a cavity between two teeth, […]
Fort Worth Dental News: Regular Cleanings And Heart Health
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
Visiting Stephen Ratcliff, Family & Cosmetic Dentistry near Fort Worth for regular dental check-ups and cleanings every six months can seem inconvenient and unnecessary at times, but you may benefit in ways you never imagined. A recent study showed that people who had their teeth professionally cleaned by their family dentist at least once every […]
Celebrating The Past And Looking To The Future At Stephen Ratcliff, Family & Cosmetic Dentistry
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry
It has now been 150 years since the first dental license was issued to Sir John Tomes. Arlington TX area dental patients should be grateful for the advances made in dentistry during the past 150 years. There was a time when Arlington TX blacksmiths and wig makers would also extract teeth with forceps to make […]
Whitening vs Bleaching At Stephen Ratcliff, Family & Cosmetic Dentistry In Arlington
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Teeth Whitening
Fort Worth teeth whitening is a popular cosmetic dentistry service that Stephen Ratcliff, Family & Cosmetic Dentistry provides in-office or through a take home kit. Results vary, but most patients experience significant lightening that lasts up to a year. Our Fort Worth teeth whitening clients affirm that a whiter smile boosts self confidence and can […]
A Fresh Start After Losing A Tooth In Arlington
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative Dentistry
Are you one of the many Arlington TX men and women who has had a tooth extracted? If the tooth had been bothering you, it may have been a relief. Unless, of course, the tooth was in the front of your mouth and now the gaping hole shows every time you smile. Ignoring it is […]
Ignoring It Won’t Make It Go Away
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
Are you a busy Arlington TX resident suffering with a toothache, but ignoring the pain? Have you started chewing on one side of your mouth to avoid your sensitive teeth? Have you stopped drinking hot and cold beverages to alleviate the discomfort? Dental pain is like an unpaid speeding ticket, ignoring it won’t make it […]
Dental Implants In Fort Worth
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative Dentistry
The best permanent tooth replacement treatment available to Fort Worth area people who are missing teeth are dental implants. A dental implant is a metal (ideally titanium) rod implanted into the bone to replace the missing root. The crown and supporting structure are securely and permanently attached to the rod. Titanium is amazingly strong and […]
Fort Worth Cosmetic Dentistry
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Fort Worth cosmetic dentistry not only perfects your smile, it improves the health of your teeth. It makes your face more attractive. It can help with TMJ issues, and it definitely boosts your self-esteem! What’s more, Fort Worth cosmetic dentistry is surprisingly quick and virtually pain-free. Why? Because of advanced dental technology and new restorative […]
Not Happy With Your Gums? Ask About Contouring In Arlington
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry
Some Arlington TX dental patients who are interested in a full smile makeover might want to consider gum contouring. This cosmetic dentistry procedure is helpful for people who feel that their gums rest too low or too high on their teeth. If you feel that your gums cover too much of the surface of your […]
