_iielp Your Family Achieve Optimal Oral_ health ve 1. WoIl, r DONTICS NOW - Research suggests periodontal disease, which is a bacterial gum infection that progresses over time, can pass through saliva. This means that this condition may be potentially transmitted to family members. Melissa attends Bloomfield Hills Middle School. She felt her most meaningful mitzvah project was par- ticipating in events with Camp Mak- A-Dream. Claire Alexandra Trivax, together with her parents, Andrea and David Trivax, and sisters Emma and Grace, will celebrate her Trivax bat mitzvah as she is called to the bimah at Temple Israel Saturday, Jan. 20. Her proud grandparents are Ana and Harry Trivax and Irene and James Fahey. She is the great-grandchild of Isabel Salazar. Claire is a student at Abbott Middle School in West Bloomfield. Her most meaningful mitzvah project involved cutting her hair and donating it to Locks of Love, to help make wigs for children with medical hair loss. More B'nai Mitzvah • Temple Emanu-El — Harrison Rosenfeld, son of James and Peggy Rosenfeld (Saturday). • Congregation Shir Tikvah — Garrett Ackner, son of Bruce and Cynthia Ackner (Saturday). McNulty-Nicholson "If one family member has periodontal disease, all family members should see a dental professional for a periodontal screening," said Steve L. Wolf DDS, a local periodontist and member of the American Academy of Periodontology. Periodontal disease is not just an adult health problem. Studies indicate that gin- givitis is nearly a universal finding in children and adolescents. Gingivitis is the first stage of periodontal disease, and this may increase during adolescence due to puberty-related hormonal changes. In addition, experts say teenagers lack the initiative to practice good oral hygiene. "Encourage young children to maintain good oral health habits such as brush- ing and flossing," said Wolf Parents should also remember to brush and floss. Periodontal disease is a leading cause of tooth loss in adults, and has been linked to serious health threats such as diabetes, cardiovascular, respiratory disease and preterm low birth weight babies. "Family members should drink plenty of fluoridated water and milk for calcium," said Wolf. Bottled water may be missing the necessary fluoridation contained in public water systems, and low levels of calcium intake can also be linked to peri- odontal disease. Women who are thinking of becoming pregnant should consider a visit to a periodontist. Surprisingly, about a quarter of childbearing-age women have peri- odontitis. "It is important that family members remember the basics. Replace toothbrushes every few months," said Wolf. "Floss daily, and seek dental care for professional cleanings, as well as screenings for periodontal disease." YOUR SMILE IS OUR S andy and Cheryl Nicholson of West Bloomfield are delighted to announce the engagement of their daughter Lisa Michelle to Thomas Henry Cook McNulty, son of Kathy McNulty of Brighton. Lisa graduated from Oakland University with a bachelor's degree in elementary education. She is a preschool teacher at the Learning Experience in South Lyon. Thomas is the general manager at Stanton and Associates Wendys in Novi. A September wedding is planned at Wabeek Country Club, Bloomfield Hills. Katz 65th sther and Nathan Katz of West Bloomfield and Highland Beach, ro Fla., celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary with a dinner given by their children at Pete's restaurant. Their children are Marlene and Harvey Goodman, Cathy and Jerry Katz, Jo-Anne and Terry Nosan and Dianne and John Politzer. The celebra- tion continued with a Caribbean cruise. STEVE L. WOLF, D.D.S. 248.380.8020 www.DRWOLFPERIO.COM 1207480 kind 11 vea,t.6 of e/x,pexience ao a nail tech- nician, to &it pftentivt &cation in 113i/uningliane6 exciting new tad di,' skirt conununitv, Eton Skeet Station. She i plottd to ageit fat ntanictvie, pedicure, and ac.ittitie oexuiceis in an upOcate, get contfritable Oetting. Book a manicure & pedicure together and get your manicure FREE! Book a fill & pedicure together and get your fill HALF OFF! Ask About The Friend Referral Offer New clients receive 20% off your first service Call for pricing and appointments. 2011 Hazel Street, Birmingham, MI 48009 (248) 594-7700 1206740 tiN January 18 • 2007 57