According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 25% of adults over 65 have no remaining teeth. Many people with missing no teeth choose conventional dentures. But there is a better, state-of-the-art alternative at Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington. Problems With Dentures Conventional dentures usually fit properly at first. But the […]
Dental Implants
What are Possible Dental Implant Complications?
Dental implants from Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington are state-of-the-art, with a success rate in the area of ninety-eight percent. That number is a testament to implant technology. But like any medical or dental procedure, there are risks. In this post, we will consider possible complications of a dental implant. Infection. Any […]
Why is the 4-Step Tooth Implant Timeline Necessary?
Dental implants from Stephen Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington are state-of-the-art in tooth replacement. The process for getting an implant can take several months, but don’t let that discourage you. Each stage of the procedure is important. It’s not a drawback; it is indicative of the permanent nature of an implant. The Dental […]
What are Implant-Stabilized Dentures?
Imagine being able to replace your missing teeth with dentures that are so stable, they seem more like natural teeth than ordinary dentures ever could. With implant-supported dentures from Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington, you don’t have to imagine: they’re here. Anyone who wears orindary dentures knows how difficult it is to […]
What Is More Valuable Than A Diamond?
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative Dentistry
We begin this post from Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington with a quote from classic literature: “Every tooth in a man’s head is more valuable than a diamond.” When Miguel de Cervantes wrote that four hundred years ago, there was no widely accepted way to replace lost teeth. We are fortunate to […]
Missing Teeth? Don’t Miss Out On A Beautiful Smile
If you have lost one or more of your natural teeth, dental implants from Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington may be the answer to your prayers. Why is that? Dental implants are replacement teeth that look and function like the real thing. Not only that, they help to preserve your jaw bone, […]
A Smile Like A Precious Gem
Do you have a missing tooth you would like to replace? While there is more than one option available, dental implants from Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington are state-of-the-art in tooth replacement. What are dental implants? Dental implants have been hailed as one of the great advances in the field of dentistry, […]
Are Dentures Secured By Implants The Solution For Your Missing Teeth?
Implant-supported dentures from Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington are fixed dentures held in place with metal posts in the jaw. They are revolutionizing the way we replace missing teeth. The implants are titanium posts that are surgically placed in the jaw. In three to six months’ time, the post fuses with the […]
Improve Your Smile for Yourself (And Those That Look at You)
Not happy with your smile? Have you been thinking about replacing one or more missing teeth? If so, then dental implants from Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington are for you! A dental implant is a state-of-the-art replacement tooth consisting of three parts: the implant itself, a connecting piece called an abutment, and a […]
Implant Dentures: Fixed Or Removable?
For anyone who has lost all of their teeth, implant-supported dentures from Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington may sound like a dream come true: dentures that are attached to the jaw, and surpass traditional dentures in appearance and functionality. Implant-supported dentures both provide numerous advantages over standard dentures. Secure in the mouth—no […]
