Many Arlington TX adults dream of having a celebrity smile, but for some, the thought of enduring months or years with a mouth full of metal thwarts those dreams. If you live in the Arlington TX area and don’t want to sport old-school metal braces, we are happy to report that there is a better […]
Invisible Braces
Celebrating The Past And Looking To The Future At Stephen Ratcliff, Family & Cosmetic 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 […]
Porcelain Veneers and Instant Orthodontics For Fort Worth

If you have been paying attention to the Fort Worth orthodontics scene in recent years, you probably know about invisible braces and speed braces. These new teeth straightening procedures have been welcomed by many people, especially Fort Worth adults who want an alternative to traditional metal braces. There’s more good news for Fort Worth dentistry […]
Does My Arlington Dentist Care About My Diet?

When people in the Fort Worth area think of diet and oral health, they probably think about the damage sweet drinks can cause to teeth. While it’s true that these sugars cause increased acidity in the mouth and lead to tooth decay, soda and sugary-fruit drinks are only part of the issue. The typical American […]
Bright Purple Mouth When You Smile In Arlington?

There are some kids (and many adults!) that are not thrilled about having metallic fuchsia bands and neon yellow wires adorning their teeth. Discrete Invisalign braces are virtually undetectable and straighten teeth just as quickly and effectively as metal braces.
Cosmetic Dentistry Options

Have you thought about upgrading your smile? Cosmetic dentistry offers many exciting possibilities.
Clear Braces – Nearly Invisible Teeth Straightening

Invisible braces are just as effective at realigning adult teeth as the traditional ‘metal and wires’ kind, but are almost completely hidden. Many Fort Worth adults and teens who straighten their teeth choose this type of orthodontia.