by Southern Utah Health and Wellness Magazine | Jul 1, 2026 | Author, Dr. William Plumb, DDS, July/August Issue 2026
More and more dentists and dental professionals are making airway health a significant part of their practices. We are learning that sleep apnea affects a great number of people, and many do not even realize they have it. It affects much more than just sleep. Sleep...
by Southern Utah Health and Wellness Magazine | Apr 28, 2026 | Author, Dr. William Plumb, DDS, Health & Fitness, May/ June 2026 3, May/June 2026
Recently, a patient came into my office with a severe infection from an abscessed tooth. We treated the situation aggressively because they were experiencing a great deal of pain. I was further concerned because the patient has diabetes. Diabetes is a condition that...
by Southern Utah Health and Wellness Magazine | Apr 23, 2026 | Author, Dr. William Plumb, DDS, Health & Fitness, March/April 2026
The Health Department has turned the food pyramid on its head, emphasizing proteins, healthy fats, and plant-based foods over grains. This makes a lot of sense to me. I always keep in mind, however, that in the 1950s some of the best science encouraged smoking during...
by Southern Utah Health and Wellness Magazine | Feb 1, 2026 | Author, Dr. William Plumb, DDS, Health & Fitness, January/February 2026
It happens every day in my practice. A patient has a dental issue, which I try to explain as we review their X-rays together. Digital radiographs are incredible. I remember taking X-rays in dental school. The patient would have to wait while I walked the film to the...
