What Is Abfraction?
By: Dr. William Plumb Published on: 01/11/2024Something that I commonly see in my practice as a general dentist is a condition we call abfraction.These lesions are not caused by bacteria and are not considered to be decay. We find them on the outside surface of the teeth down by the gumline.
Dental HealthNovember/December 2024
Preventive Dental Care Will Help You Live Your Best Life
By: Dr. William Plumb Published on: 02/07/2024We spend money on and invest in other than our oral health. I’m talking about smart watches, televisions, side-by-sides, surfboards, mountain bikes, and the perfect set of heels.
Dental HealthJuly/August 2024
The Origins of Anesthesia
By: Dr. William Plumb Published on: 01/03/2024After dental procedures, I’m often asked by patients who are gratefully numb, “What did people do before anesthesia?” Can you imagine having a tooth drilled or pulled without anesthetic? I’m sure the process was brutal! Fortunately for our ancestors, their diet was more organic with less processed sugar.
March/April 2024Dental Health
