Mazel Toy! Ask The Orthodontist I frequently get asked about "Is orthodontics a priority in today's society?" June 13 Michele and Eli Saulson of Franklin are excited to announce the birth of their daughter, Sophia Gabrielle (Sarah Gavriella). Sharing in their joy are grandparents Margaret and Mark Eichner of Commerce Township and Marjorie and Saul Saulson of Franklin. Sophia is named in loving memory of her maternal great-great-grandmother Sophie Silverman and her maternal great-great-aunt Gertrude Katzman. May 27 Stacey (Magin) and Jeffrey Klaper of Boca Raton, Fla., are happy to announce the birth of their daughter, Madison Alexa. Proud grand- parents are Shirley Scheer of West Bloomfield and Janice Magin of Delray Beach, Fla. Madison is named in loving memory of her pater- nal grandfather Marshall Klaper and maternal aunt Anne Bonder. May 26 Michelle (Gastman) and Andrew Millman of West Bloomfield are thrilled to announce the birth Millman of their son, Noah Alexander (Alter Avraham Meyer). He is welcomed home by his excited big brother Joshua Evan, 22 months. Ecstatic grandpar- ents are Dr. Irvin and Edi Gastman of Bloomfield Hills and Barbara and Lawrence Millman of West Bloomfield. Proud great-grandmothers are Frances Silverman of Southfield and Susan Gastman of Fresh Meadows, N.Y. Noah is named in loving memory of his great-grandfathers Adolf Gastman, Leon Halpern and Meyer Millman. May 23 Jennifer and Stuart Freedland of West Bloomfield announce with much love the birth of their son, Noah Freedland Hayden (Chaim Lev). Noah is wel- comed home by big sister Rachel, 21/2. Sharing in their happiness are proud grandparents Sydell and Michael Zimmerman of Columbus, Ohio. Noah is named in loving memory of his paternal grandfather Herbert Freedland, maternal great-grandmother Lilyan Feld and paternal great-grand- father Nathan Freedland. He is also the grandson of the late Rona Freedland. May 18 Michelle (Tunick) and Scott Mirkes of Farmington Hills are thrilled to announce the birth of their son, Simon Jay Mirkes Mirkes (Shimon Yosef). Sharing in their joy are proud grandparents Cheryl and Edward Tunick of West Bloomfield and Elaine and Seymour Mirkes of Farmington Hills. Simon Jay is named in loving memory of paternal great-grandfathers Samuel Mirkes and Sidney Kolinsky, paternal great-great- grandmother Jennifer Teter, maternal great-grandmother Sylvia Tunick and maternal great-uncle Joseph Kaiser. May 5 Jodi (Levenson) and Jefferey Michaelson announce with much love the birth of their son, Daniel Meir. Welcoming Michaelson Daniel home are big brothers Connor and Noah and big sister Dalia. Thrilled grandparents are Lois and Cyril Levenson and Jackie and Ronald Michaelson. Noah is named in mem- ory of his paternal great-grandfather David Michaelson and maternal great- grandfather Morris Levenson. Although some half million new patients begin orthodontic treatment each year, an estimated ninety percent of all youngsters between the ages of twelve and seventeen with correctable mal-occlusions or den- tal alignment problems are left untreated. Those who fail to seek treatment in the belief that they cannot Nelson Hersh make either the monetary investment or the com- DDS, MS mitment in time and energy necessary to have their Licensed Specialist teeth straightened and bites properly aligned, should know that the potential health dividends coming to them as a result of having done so, will far outweigh the cost of treatment. Not only does orthodontic treatment improve the appearance and function of the teeth, but also it brings about an improvement in self-esteem. Addi- tionally, properly positioned teeth are easier to maintain and can lessen the potential of future dental problems, not limited to decay or cavities. These benefits are not being lost on adult patients, who for whatever reason, had to forego orthodontic treatment in their youth, are choosing to receive orthodontic correction now. It is never too late to undergo orth- odontic treatment. Orthodontic problems can affect one's emotional and psychological status, as well as physical health. When people look better, they generally feel bet- ter about themselves. This enhances self-esteem and self-confidence, which play an important role in social life and career opportunities. To help you evaluate your own situation or that of your child, visit an orthodontist spe- cialist for a consultation. Our office is located on the border of West Bloomfield/Commerce Town- ship 2300 Haggerty Road, Suite 1160, 248-926-4100. Nelson (Nick) Hersh DDS, MS I Licensed Specialist 1269700 • May 4 Mark and Dara Winkelman of Chicago are thrilled to announce the birth of their son, Samuel Isaac. Winkelman Welcoming Sam home is big sister Jordan Ava, almost 3. Sharing their joy are grandparents Joan and Ned Winkelman of Bloomfield Hills and Eddi and Steve Perlis of Buffalo Grove, Ill. Proud great-grandparents are Beryl Winkelman and Phyllis and Herb Goldberg. Bat Mitzvah Gift Bar Mitzvah Gift Custom Designs Jewelry Repair Watch Repair Liberal Return Policy Free Gift Wrap /*. Births on page 50 6881 Orchard Lake Rd. on the Boardwalk (248) 851-5030 1:atfttFreciotbs Stems what fit&i rrsowdtgvzflis cotattb! June 28 • 2007 49