No loop cuts on face

In the latest builds 2.61 and 2.62 I have developed a problem with loop cuts. As in a flattened cylinder. I can apply loop cuts on the edge but not on the face area. And, when attempting to with a edge selected on the face the loop cut appears as if selected on the edge. Not a problem before. Thanks for any help since obviously this is a major setback. theoldghost

Screenshot showing exactly what happens now and what used to happen ?
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