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Discomfort has been minimized with the diminution of heavy forces. More
efficient and lighter forces with archwires made of new materials have brought
many smiles to orthodontic patients. Some wires are temperature sensitive, so
patients have more control as to the level of comfort and speed at which the
teeth move. Warm foods and mouth ternperatures activate these wires, while a
cold drink alleviates discomfort.

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For bite correction, many atternatives are available that make headgear virtually
a technique of the past. Certain types of bite correctors alleviate the need for
compliance and can be used at the same time as braces are aligning the teeth.
This advantage a •ws fw incteasecte
shorter overall treatment
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Regardless of the situation, the orthodontist will recommend a specific treatmen
plan to achieve the best possible orthodontic result and discuss alternatives
when appropriate. In the end we all share the same goal...a beautiful smile for
a lifetime!

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If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact Dr.
Hersh or Dr. Beattie at The newest state of the art orthodontic facility in
West Bloomfield/Commerce Township at (248) 926-4100.

Togal-Sofferin

ennifer Sofferin and Seth Togal of
Queen Creek, Ariz., were married
recently in Puerto Aventura, Mexico.
ennifer is the daughter of Judy and Don
Sofferin of Farmington Hills. Seth is the
son of Bonnie and Steve Growe of Chandler,
Ariz., and Jeff Togal of Memphis, Mich.
The maids of honor were the bride's
friends Andrea Kessler and Erin Kleinsmith.
The best man was brother of the groom
Jacob Growe. The ring bearer was nephew of
the bride Mario Argenziano. The flower girl
was niece of the bride Haley Argenziano.
Following a honeymoon at the Dreams
Resort in Puerto Aventura, the couple reside in Queen Creek.

Parents and kids are continually amazed at The modem and patient friendly
techniques that are now routinely used In orthodontics.

The actual braces have become smaller, and therefore are less noticeable and
easier to keep clean. Clear braces have been improved to resist stain and
are almost invisible. Certain types of high technology braces, like DAMON
appliances, have a door mechanism that allows treatment to proceed more
quickly and comfortably than before. With traditional braces, fun and creativity
can be brought into the picture as patients can now elect to utilize colored bands.

Wancjer-Gildenhorn

ena and Martin Wancjer of West
Bloomfield are delighted to announce
the engagement of their son Hershel
to Dana Gildenhorn, daughter of Harry and
Arlene Gildenhorn of Rockville, Md.
Dana received her bachelor's degree in
history from the University of Pennsylvania
and her master's degree in Visual Arts
Administration from New York University.
She is the exhibitions officer at the Corcoran
Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.
Hershel earned his bachelor's degree
in political science from the University of
Michigan and his J.D. from Case Western
Reserve School of Law in Ohio. He is counsel at Boies, Schiller & Flexner LLP in
Washington, D.C., where he specializes in anti-trust litigation.
An April 2010 wedding is planned at Keswick Hall in Charlottesville, Va.

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Gilman-Palmer

ennifer Rebecca Gilman and Robert
Alan Palmer are pleased to announce
their engagement.
Jennifer, daughter of Rosmarie Gilman of
West Bloomfield and the late Alan Gilman,
graduated from the University of Michigan,
Ann Arbor, and Schoolcraft College in
Livonia. She is the owner of Carvel Ice
Cream in West Bloomfield.
Robert, son of Laurie and Dennis Palmer of
Harsens Island, Mich., graduated from Baker
College in Auburn Hills and is an assistant
controller for the Energy Group Inc.
An April 17, 2010, wedding is planned at
the Hotel Baronette in Novi.

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Michael B. Gellis, M.D.

Certified Mohel
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

•Use of the Mogen clamps
•Traditional/Modern Brit Milah Services
•Use of local anesthesia
•24/7 follow up care
•32 years of cosmetic & reconstructive
surgery experience
•Appointments/scheduling call 248.642.4846

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