Joshua Wyte, DDS
2131 S. Grape St.
Denver, CO 80222
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Not too toot my own horn here (well, maybe a little bit!), but I’m special. Not only does my Mom think that (Hi Mom!) but for other reasons too. I’ll make this brief and to the point. You should also be considering this for any professional that you choose, whether its a Doctor, Lawyer, Accountant … Continued
Just like “An apple a day keep the Doctor away” is popular saying, so is “See your Dentist every 6 months!”. I subscribe that you should see me every 6 months, if not even more often. I know in todays modern, busy world six months doesn’t seem like a long time, but a whole lot … Continued
Let’s talk a little bit about how to choose the right dentist for you. There are some obvious things, like picking a dentist that’s convenient to your house or work, has hours that work with your schedule and perhaps accepts your insurance. Those are easy, but how do you know if you’re going to be … Continued
Having small lateral teeth, so called “peg” laterals is fairly common. These are the two small front teeth on either side of your two front upper teeth. I mostly tend to see “peg” laterals in men, although they can certainly happen in women too. I recently saw a young man who didn’t have peg laterals … Continued
Statistics say that half the people out there with dental insurance never use it. To me this is mind boogling! Not only does this mean that people are neglecting their dental health but they’re also paying for something that they’re not using. (I suppose the same could be said for those on “auto-pay” at the … Continued
Thanks to the internet, news travels fast as the speed of light nowadays. However, rumors, urban legends, and myths spread quickly, too. That includes false beliefs about dental care. So we thought we’d take a few moments to clear up six common myths about caring for your teeth. 1. MYTH: Brushing my teeth several times … Continued
People often talk about fluoride being important for the dental health of young children. That’s because fluoride helps prevent tooth decay by making teeth more resistant to acid attacks from plaque. It does this by remineralizing the tooth’s top layer, or enamel. Each day, minerals are lost from enamel by acid. Fluoride found in foods … Continued
Mouth guards should be worn by everyone, both children and adults who play contact sports like football, boxing and soccer just to name a few. Even those enjoying non-contact sports and recreational activities like mountain biking could benefit from wearing a protective mouth guard. While mouth guards are not required equipment for some sports, wearing … Continued
You brush twice a day, floss once a day, and see your dentist twice a year. Do you still need to use mouthwash? The answer: It depends. Here are a few ways mouthwash can be helpful: Helps fight cavities. A mouthwash with fluoride will help reduce cavities and periodontal disease. This is particularly helpful if you … Continued
What is Halitosis? Halitosis, by definition, is bad or sour smelling breath. It’s common, but usually preventable with proper dental care, by avoiding certain foods, and by maintaining your overall health. There are two types of bad breath: temporary and persistent. Temporary Bad Breath Temporary bad breath is often linked to the types of food … Continued