Do you need a detox? If you’ve been feeling sluggish and your liver feels like it could use a break, the answer is yes. A detox is a classic of Ayurvedic medicine, which we’ve talked about before — and it helps to cleanse your body so that you feel as vibrant as you deserve to. Dr. Preetha Thomas, your Southlake dentist, does detoxes and recommends them to her staff and patients, too. Read more about why you should detox, when to do it, short-term vs. long-term detoxes, and which one we prefer below.

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Periodontal (gum) disease affects the majority of adults today — and its effects are startling. The condition causes heart trouble, respiratory issues, and has been linked to premature birth and low birthweight. Fortunately, gum disease is fairly easy to prevent through good dental hygiene. But for patients who develop the condition, Dr. Preetha Thomas recommends ozone therapy, a non-invasive, non-surgical (and highly effective) treatment for gum disease.

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