Choosing an Orthodontist 7 min read • By Dr. Kevin Baharvand, Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics Frisco has no shortage of places advertising braces and clear aligners, and on the surface a lot of them look the same. A consultation is where the real differences show up, if you ask the right questions. I sit… Continue reading What Questions to Ask During Orthodontic Consultations in Frisco, TX
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Invisalign in Frisco, TX: An Orthodontist-Led Guide
Choosing an Orthodontist 6 min read · By Dr. Kevin Baharvand, Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics Short answer: If you’re looking for Invisalign in Frisco, the most important decision isn’t the brand, it’s who plans and supervises your treatment. At Elate Orthodontics we offer clear aligners, including Invisalign and our preferred Angel Aligners, across two… Continue reading Invisalign in Frisco, TX: An Orthodontist-Led Guide
Orthodontist vs Dentist: Why Orthodontics Should Be Left to the Experts
Choosing an Orthodontist 6 min read · By Dr. Kevin Baharvand, Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics · Choosing an Orthodontist Short answer: Every orthodontist is a dentist, but not every dentist is an orthodontist. A general dentist and an orthodontist both work in your mouth, yet only an orthodontist completes two to three extra years… Continue reading Orthodontist vs Dentist: Why Orthodontics Should Be Left to the Experts
Is It Better to See a Dentist or Orthodontist?
Choosing an Orthodontist 6 min read · By Dr. Kevin Baharvand, Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics · Choosing an Orthodontist Short answer: It is not really one or the other. See your dentist for cleanings, cavities, and general oral health. See an orthodontist when the issue is how your teeth line up or how your… Continue reading Is It Better to See a Dentist or Orthodontist?
Can You Go Straight to an Orthodontist?
Choosing an Orthodontist 6 min read · By Dr. Kevin Baharvand, Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics · Choosing an Orthodontist Short answer: Yes. You can go straight to an orthodontist without a referral from your dentist. Orthodontics is a self-referral specialty, so you can book a consultation directly. The only thing worth checking first is… Continue reading Can You Go Straight to an Orthodontist?