now do you get Ask The Orthodontist your news What are Orthodontic Elastics? You're 3USy - we Cet that, Elastics are tiny rubber bands that move your teeth in a way that braces alone cannot. They improve how upper and lower teeth fit together (your bite). You hook elastics onto your braces. Once they're in, they work with braces to line up your teeth. It may take a couple of days to get used to putting on Nelson Hersh DDS, MS Licensed Specialist your elastics. But after that, you will probably be able to hook them up with your eyes closed. For the first week, your mouth may be a little sore or you may even have a slight headache. Over- the-counter pain relievers may help you feel better. Elastics can break. You might feel one snap in your mouth. Once in a while, you might even swallow one. This isn't a problem. Just remember to replace the broken one with a new one. You'll probably wear your elastics nearly 24 hours a day. If you wear them sporadically they can be more uncomfortable, as your teeth will have more difficulty adjusting to the forces they exert. It is best to carry plenty of spares so you can replace a broken one right away. Wearing elastics inconsistently will increase the time you will wear your braces and affect the final result. Wear elastics at night. Most people keep elastics in while eating. But if they get in the way, you may remove them. Follow your orthodontist's instructions. Take elastics out when cleaning your teeth and replace them when done. Keep elastics in during activities and sports unless you need to wear a mouthguard Of course, replace the elastics when done and as often as directed by your orthodontist. The bottom line is elastics, when needed, can help you have a nice straight smile. To find out more information, or for a complimentary consultation, call our office at 248-926-4100, 2300 Haggerty, Suite 1160, West Bloomfield. we've created an even iiletter, i'nore c.-)ffective site to access the news, events PCI opinions important to this community. • easy to navigate • streaming headlines • photo galleries • event calendars lifecycles • contests and games • blogs • feedback forms • archiving • community listings • Nelson (Nick) Hersh DDS, MS Licensed Specialist 1109560 • The Birmingham Temple The Birmingham Temple Forum Monday, May I" at 8:00 PM "Integrity and freshness a keywords at Silangri,La. Shangri-La has turned curiosity into regul0.- — D1 ny Raskin, the Jeivisft Dews THE JUDAS CONTROVERSY DISCUSSED BY RABBI SHERWIN T. WINE The media is filled with the excitement of the discovery of the Gospel of Judas an ancient text that turns the wicked Judas of the New testament into a hero and noble friend. Who is the author of this new story? Is there truth in what he is saying? What is the impact of this startling revelation on the Christian and Jewish worlds? am Monday, May 8t h at 8:00 PM THE STEM —CELL CONTROVERSY: DISCUSSED BY A classic since 1920 Brwidi Metro Times • Playboy Magazine Delta Airlines • Hour Magazine Maxim Magazine • City Search Both People & Editors Choice WELCOME BACK WINGS FANS! SHUTTLE SERVICE TO ALL DOWNTOWN EVENTS .-___ ,.... The flourishing of medical research has revealed the potential that stem cell research provides for defeating disease and prolonging life. But the stem cell controversy is part of the assault 'on science by fundamentalists of the religious right. State Representative Andy Meisner, a champion of stem cell research, will discuss ways in which we can support this important research. 10:00 am-2:30 pm Adults $21.95 Children 5-12 yrs $15.95 Under 5 yrs FREE Purchase two entrees totaling $50 or more receive $10 off with ad. Voted Best Steak House by: ...,,..-, STATE REPRESENTATIVE ANDY MEISNER DETROIT'S LEGENDARY STEAK HOUSE .5 -- THE MAY 8th EVENT IS FREE TO THE PUBLIC Upcoming Programs FORUMS DISCUSSED BY RABBI SHERWIN T. WINE CRRL S cHo _E, H o c's 3020 Grand River I Detroit, mi 313 833-0700 May I 5 May 22 Politics of Oil The Persian Gulf The Caribbean All Forums Start at 8:00 PM Members: Free Non-Members: Eight Dollars 1090250 f , NAT,t, ,,,....,_,:_„ ,,, 4,14 ,,,, 9 A The Birmingham Temple 28611 W. I 2 Mile Rd. Farmington Hills, MI 48334 (west of Inkster Road) 248-477-1410 www.birminghamtemple.org infoPbirminghamtemple.org 1108160 April 27 • 2006 67