If you live in Little Elm and have ever typed “orthodontist near me” into your phone, you’ve probably noticed something: almost every top-rated result sits just south and west of the lake, along the FM 423 corridor. That’s not a coincidence. It’s geography — and it’s exactly why so many Little Elm families end up at Elate Orthodontics.
We’re a family-owned orthodontic practice led by Dr. Kevin Baharvand and Dr. Julia Kang, a husband-and-wife team of board-certified orthodontists (ABO Diplomates). Two of our three offices — West Frisco (Tribute) on FM 423 and The Colony on Highway 121 — are the closest specialist orthodontic offices to most of Little Elm. Here’s why families keep making the short drive over.
Little Elm is already on our side of the lake
Little Elm wraps around the western shore of Lewisville Lake, and the town’s fastest-growing neighborhoods spill right into the FM 423 and Highway 121 corridors. When you head “into Frisco” or “over to The Colony” from Little Elm, you’re usually driving toward our offices, not away from them.
Look at where Little Elm ISD actually educates its kids and the pattern is obvious. Lowell H. Strike Middle School and Prestwick STEM Academy both sit in The Colony, on the same western side as our offices. Hackberry Elementary carries a Frisco address. So while the district name says “Little Elm,” a huge share of Little Elm families are already living, learning, and driving right past our front door every day.
That’s the real answer to “why do I keep coming north and west for braces?” — because the newest homes, the best schools, and the specialists are all clustered along the same two roads you already use.
Two offices minutes from Little Elm
Instead of a single crowded location, we built three neighborhood offices with the same doctors and the same technology at every visit. For Little Elm patients, two of them are the natural choice:
- West Frisco — Tribute: 5605 FM 423, Suite 600, Frisco, TX 75036. A straight shot down FM 423 from central and south Little Elm.
- The Colony: 4713 Highway 121, Suite 304, The Colony, TX 75056. Convenient for the Tribute, Paloma Creek, and southern Little Elm communities — and right by Strike and Prestwick.
Both offices share one phone number — 972-538-4343 — and the same team, so you’re never bounced between locations or handed off to a rotating cast of providers.
What Little Elm families come to us for
Every smile is different, so we offer the full range of modern orthodontic care under one roof:
- Traditional and clear braces for kids, teens, and adults
- Invisalign and Angel Aligners for a nearly invisible, removable option
- Early (Phase 1) orthodontics and palate expanders for growing children
- Airway orthodontics, retainers, and treatment for impacted teeth
Dr. Baharvand’s clinical work has appeared on the cover of the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, and the practice has earned more than 1,000 five-star reviews along with recognition as a D Magazine Best Dentist and a Nextdoor Neighborhood Favorite. For Little Elm parents, that combination — specialist-level expertise close to home — is hard to beat.
Family-owned, not corporate
A lot of orthodontic offices in North Texas are owned by large corporate groups where the doctor you meet may not be the doctor who finishes your treatment. Elate is different: we’re independently, family-owned, and Dr. Baharvand and Dr. Kang personally see their patients. That continuity is a big part of why treatment here often finishes sooner than expected — the plan doesn’t get handed off or restarted.
We’re also proud members of the Little Elm Chamber of Commerce. We don’t just treat Little Elm families — we’re invested in the community, because it’s ours too.
Affordable, insurance-friendly, and flexible
Cost should never be the reason a Little Elm family puts off a healthier smile. We’re in-network with most major PPO dental plans and offer CareCredit, Cherry financing, and flexible in-house payment plans with low- or no-interest options. Your free consultation includes a clear, no-surprise breakdown of what treatment will cost before you commit to anything.
How to get started
The best first step is simple and free. During your complimentary consultation we’ll take a look, answer your questions, and lay out your options — no pressure and no obligation. Whether you’re near the lake, in Paloma Creek, or over in the Tribute, one of our offices is only a few minutes away.
Ready to see why Little Elm families choose Elate? Book your free consultation or call 972-538-4343 today.
Frequently asked questions
Is there an orthodontist in Little Elm, TX?
The closest specialist orthodontic care to most Little Elm neighborhoods is found just down FM 423 and Highway 121. Elate Orthodontics’ West Frisco (Tribute) and The Colony offices are both only minutes from Little Elm and serve families throughout the area.
How far is Elate Orthodontics from Little Elm?
Our West Frisco office at 5605 FM 423 is a direct drive down FM 423 from central and south Little Elm, and our The Colony office on Highway 121 sits right by Strike Middle School and Prestwick STEM Academy — both Little Elm ISD campuses.
Do you offer free consultations for Little Elm families?
Yes. Every new patient consultation is free and includes an exam, a treatment recommendation, and a transparent cost breakdown. Schedule yours here or call 972-538-4343.
What ages do you treat?
All of them — from first evaluations around age 7 through teen braces and Invisalign and adult treatment. Learn more about braces and Invisalign.
