While it’s true that children will eventually lose their baby teeth, that doesn’t mean you can neglect their dental health. Cavities in baby teeth are not inevitable, and parents should instill good dental care habits in their children. That includes understanding the importance of checkups at Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington TX. […]
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A Proud Dental Practice
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
At Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington TX, we are proud to provide our community with the best dental care possible. It’s a lot of work running a dental office, but it’s an important function. We are committed to excellence in what we do. It is by now well-established that your dental health […]
Say Goodbye To Old Amalgam Fillings
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Health
Can you remember what your teeth looked like before you had your first cavity? If you are like most of us, you got some cavities fairly young, and the ubiquitous silver fillings that were once standard. At Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington TX there is a better option. Composite fillings can be […]
Treat Your Smile To A Healthy Diet
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
Proper nutrition can benefit you in many ways: increased energy, improved immunity, glowing skin, mental clarity, and a lower risk of heart disease and stroke. At Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington TX, we ask: How often do you consider how your diet affects your dental health? Your diet influences your risk of […]
4 Ways To Fix A Chipped Tooth
In a perfect world, each of your teeth would stay healthy, strong, and brilliantly white throughout your life. Unfortunately, most of us will need to restore a tooth at some point. At Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington TX, we can help. A tooth can be compromised by decay, enamel erosion, a chip […]
Don’t Let Poor Oral Health Take You Out Of The Game
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
This article from Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington TX is about the growing body of evidence that emphasizes the importance of good dental health. A recent study cited in the British Journal of Sports Medicine explored how poor dental health affects athletic performance at the elite level. “More than 40% of athletes […]
The Unsung Heroes Of Dentistry
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
At Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington TX, we know that the dentist is the first person that comes to mind when thinking of dentistry. However, our team is made up of several crucial members, all of whom work in tandem to make your experience as comfortable and successful as possible. So, while […]
4 Reasons To Make Sure Your Child Sees A Dentist
Even though baby teeth are going to fall out, they need the same care permanent teeth will need. In this post from Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington TX, we are going to review four reasons why your youngster’s teeth are worth a dental visit. In most kids, teeth begin to come in […]
Want To Keep Your Enamel Healthy? Avoid Doing These 11 Things
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
Tooth enamel is the hardest part of the human body, but that doesn’t mean teeth are indestructible. Far from it! To keep them healthy and problem-free, the team at Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington TX strongly recommends you avoid the following. Chewing on hard foods: We’re looking at you, un-popped popcorn kernels […]
Does Your Teen Feel Wisdom Teeth Coming In?
Wisdom teeth are the furthest-back molars in the mouth. Most people get them during their late teens or early twenties. We don’t need them, and at Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington TX we can extract them before they cause any problems. For some people, wisdom teeth never cause any problems at all; […]
