6 min read • By Dr. Kevin Baharvand, Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics
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If you search for an orthodontist near Little Elm, nearly every result sits south and west of Lewisville Lake along the FM 423 and Highway 121 corridors. That is geography rather than coincidence, and it is why so many Little Elm families end up at our West Frisco office on FM 423 or our The Colony office on Highway 121. Both are short drives on roads you already use, and you can move between them depending on the week.
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Why the lake shapes this decision
Little Elm sits on the west shore of Lewisville Lake, and the lake does something to local travel that residents understand instinctively and search engines do not. Distance in a straight line is misleading here. What matters is which side of the water you are on and which corridor you are already driving.
For most of Little Elm, the natural routes run south down FM 423 or east along Highway 121. That is the direction people already head for shopping, work, and the Tollway. Specialist orthodontic offices cluster along those same corridors, which is why the nearest ones are effectively in West Frisco and The Colony.
There is a detail that makes this even clearer. Two Little Elm ISD campuses, Strike Middle School and Prestwick STEM Academy, physically sit in The Colony, and Hackberry Elementary carries a Frisco address. A lot of Little Elm families are already driving this direction twice a day.
Two offices minutes from Little Elm
| Office | Address | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| West Frisco (Tribute) | 5605 FM 423, Suite 600 | Straight down FM 423. Usually the closest for north and central Little Elm. |
| The Colony | 4713 Highway 121, Suite 304 | Convenient if you are already heading toward Strike or Prestwick, or east for work. |
| North Frisco (Hollyhock) | 2155 University Drive, Suite 110 | A third option if your day takes you toward University and 380. |
All three run the same doctors and the same records, so you are not choosing one permanently. Orthodontic appointments come every six to eight weeks for a year or more, and being able to pick whichever location suits that particular week is the difference between a schedule that works and one you quietly start missing.
Worth being straightforward: none of our offices is inside Little Elm city limits. What we can honestly claim is that two of them are among the closest specialist orthodontic offices to Little Elm, on routes most residents already drive. If a shorter trip opens up closer to you, take it. Convenience genuinely matters over a two year treatment.
What Little Elm families come to us for
Mostly the ordinary range, which is what you want from a specialist practice. Early evaluation for younger children, full treatment for teenagers, and a growing number of adults who either never had treatment or had it decades ago and watched their teeth drift.
On the appliance side: traditional braces, clear ceramic braces, and clear aligners including Angel Aligners. Most people say Invisalign generically, but that is one brand of clear aligner among several. We also handle palate expanders, early phase treatment, airway-focused orthodontics, and retainers.
One thing worth saying about pricing: we charge based on how complex a case is rather than which appliance you pick, so aligners cost the same as metal braces here. Most practices in this area charge a premium for aligners. It means you can choose based on your life rather than your budget.
Family owned, not corporate
Elate is run by Dr. Kevin Baharvand and Dr. Julia Kang, a husband and wife team who own the practice. Dr. Baharvand is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics. Dr. Kang completed her orthodontic residency and practices as an orthodontic specialist alongside him.
Why mention ownership at all: a lot of practices across North Texas have been acquired by larger groups in recent years, often keeping the original doctor’s name on the sign. That is not inherently bad, and some group practices are excellent. It does mean the doctor who starts your child’s treatment is less likely to be the one who finishes it, because employment contracts turn over faster than orthodontic treatment does.
Ask any office you are considering whether the doctor owns the practice and how long they have been there. It is a normal question, and it is one of the more useful things you can ask.
Insurance and payment
We are in-network with most plans and verify your specific benefits before the consultation, so you arrive knowing your actual number rather than a range. Flexible payment plans and no credit check financing are available, and the finance calculator will give you a monthly estimate before you come in.
Two things worth checking on your own plan: whether it includes adult orthodontic coverage, since many people assume it is children only, and whether there is a waiting period before orthodontic benefits start. Health savings and flexible spending accounts also apply, and paying with pre-tax dollars is effectively a discount.
How to get started
Call and book a free consultation at whichever office suits you. No referral from a dentist is needed. You will get an exam, records where appropriate, an explanation of what treatment would involve, a timeline, and a number.
If nothing needs doing yet, which is often the answer for younger children, we will tell you that and set a review date. A consultation that ends with come back in eighteen months is a perfectly good outcome.
Over a two year treatment, the office you can actually get to on a Tuesday afternoon matters more than almost anything else on a comparison list.
Frequently asked questions
Is there an orthodontist office inside Little Elm itself?
Specialist orthodontic offices cluster along the FM 423 and Highway 121 corridors just south and west of the lake, which is where most Little Elm families end up going. Our West Frisco office on FM 423 and our The Colony office on Highway 121 are both a short drive down roads you already use.
How far is the drive from Little Elm?
Most of Little Elm reaches our West Frisco office on FM 423 or our The Colony office on Highway 121 in roughly ten to twenty minutes depending on where in town you start and the time of day. Both sit on the routes people already take toward Frisco and the Tollway.
Can we switch between your offices?
Yes, and Little Elm families do this constantly. Same doctors and same records at all three. Book whichever location fits that particular week, which helps a lot when appointments land during school pickup.
When should my child first be seen?
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends a first evaluation around age seven. Most seven-year-olds do not need anything yet. The point is catching jaw growth and space problems early enough that treatment can be simpler later.
Do you take our insurance?
We are in-network with most plans and we verify your specific benefits before the consultation, so you know your number rather than an estimate. Flexible financing and no credit check options are available.
Do you offer clear aligners for teens?
Yes. Teen versions include wear indicators so we can see whether trays are actually being worn. Whether aligners suit a particular teenager depends on the individual more than their age, and we will give you an honest read rather than a sales pitch.
Book a free consultation from Little Elm
West Frisco on FM 423 or The Colony on Highway 121, whichever is easier. No referral needed.
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- A Little Elm ISD Parent Guide to Braces and Aligners
- How to Vet an Orthodontist Before You Book
- Phase 1 vs Phase 2 Orthodontic Treatment
Why families trust Elate Orthodontics
1,000+ five-star reviews • 3 offices (two in Frisco, one in The Colony) • D Magazine Best Dentist 2026 • Living Magazine Readers’ Choice 2026
With over 1,000 five-star reviews across three locations, Elate Orthodontics is led by Dr. Kevin Baharvand, DMD, MS, a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics, whose clinical work was recently selected for the cover of the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, the most prestigious peer-reviewed journal in the field, and a national speaker on clear aligner treatment. Alongside Dr. Julia Kang, DMD, MS, both Boston University graduates and members of the Omicron Kappa Upsilon national honor society, our husband-and-wife team has been recognized as D Magazine Best Dentist 2026, Living Magazine Readers’ Choice 2026 Best Orthodontist in Frisco & Plano, Readers’ Choice Best Orthodontist in The Colony, Best New Business by the Chamber of Commerce, Nextdoor Neighborhood Favorite, and featured in Orthotown and Authority Magazine.
We serve families through three convenient offices in West Frisco, North Frisco, and The Colony, each staffed by the same trusted team, equipped with advanced technology, and committed to the personalized approach that consistently helps patients finish treatment sooner than expected. From braces and clear braces to Angel Aligners, we offer treatment for every age and every stage of life. We stay in-network with most insurance plans and offer flexible financing to make exceptional orthodontic care accessible for every family we serve.
Need general and family dentistry too? Our sister practice, Tribute Family Dentistry, provides dental care for all ages.
Book a free consultation: 972.538.4343
About the author
Dr. Kevin Baharvand, DMD, MS, is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics and a national speaker on clear aligner treatment. He practices at Elate Orthodontics in West Frisco, North Frisco, and The Colony, Texas.
