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 […]
Restorative Dentistry
We Solve Problems To Restore Smiles

Do you fear that your smile is beyond repair due to damage or neglect? Rest assured, that may not be true. At Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington, we use restorative dentistry to improve smiles every day. Here are some tough dental problems we routinely solve: Tough Problem 1: Insufficient Bone for Dental […]
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 […]
Fixing Chipped Teeth With Bonding

Your teeth are covered in enamel, a strong outer layer that protects them. But it isn’t indestructable. A little rough-housing at home, an accident on the playing field, or biting something like hard candy or ice, and you’ve got a chipped tooth. If that happens, call us at Stephen T. Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry […]
Do Kids Get Periodontal Disease?

Most Arlington parents are concerned about cavities. And rightly so. Tooth decay in children is a serious and widespread health condition. What about kids’ gum disease? Are children at risk for an oral ailment that is commonplace in the adult population? Short answer: yes. Let’s discuss it. Children and teens are at risk of gum […]
The Benefits of Laser Dentistry

At Stephen Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, our patients are treated like family. You know what puts a smile on my face? When I use advanced cosmetic dentistry to create a dazzling smile transformation for one of my patients. Our team can guarantee you quality preventative, restorative, general, and cosmetic dental care. Laser Dentistry Let’s […]
Gum Disease And Tooth Loss

Ratcliff Family & Cosmetic Dentistry in the Arlington, TX area provides insight into the warning signs for gum disease.
Restorative Dentistry in Arlington: Gap-Tooth Smiles Aren’t Cute Anymore

Have you lost teeth? It’s a lot different than when you lost your baby teeth way back in the day. Unfortunately, these don’t grow back and a gap-toothed smile doesn’t look as cute as it did when you were in kindergarten. If you have had teeth extracted or if your teeth are compromised by staining, decay, […]
Think It’s Not Necessary To Replace Missing Teeth in Arlington?

Some people who lose a posterior tooth question whether they should even replace it or not. After all, it doesn’t show when you smile and there are other teeth to take over the chewing functions. Why not avoid the expense to replace missing teeth in Arlington and save some money? Actually, there are several essential […]
3-Tooth Solution for a Missing Tooth in Arlington?

Do you have a missing tooth in Arlington? Are you considering the types of tooth restorations available? Does a dental bridge seem to make the most sense financially? If you have a missing tooth in Arlington and want to restore that gap in your mouth, it is vital to examine the differences between a dental bridge and […]