Mouth Breathing at Bedtime: Causes, Effects, and Solutions
April 18, 2026
Oral Health6 min read · By Dr. Kevin Baharvand, Diplomate, American Board of OrthodonticsQuick answerBreathing through the mouth once in a while during a cold is normal. Doing it every...
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Palate Expansion in Adults: Is It Possible and Effective?
April 14, 2026
Treatments & Appliances7 min read · By Dr. Kevin Baharvand, Diplomate, American Board of OrthodonticsQuick answerYes, adult palate expansion is possible, but it works differently than it does in a...
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Orthodontic Headgear: How It Works and When Kids Need It
April 10, 2026
Treatments & Appliances6 min read · By Dr. Kevin Baharvand, Diplomate, American Board of OrthodonticsQuick answerOrthodontic headgear is a growth-guiding appliance worn mostly outside the mouth. It uses gentle, steady...
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Lookmaxxing and Orthodontics: What the Trend Gets Right (and What It Misses)
April 6, 2026
Trends & Culture 15 min read • By Dr. Kevin Baharvand, Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics SHORT ANSWER Looksmaxxing gets one real thing right: jaw position and bite genuinely affect...
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Everything You Need to Know About Orthognathic (Jaw) Surgery
April 5, 2026
Bite & Alignment Issues8 min read · By Dr. Kevin Baharvand, Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics · Bite & Alignment IssuesShort answer: Orthognathic surgery, or jaw surgery, repositions the upper...
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Do Braces or Invisalign Hurt? Pain Comparison and Management
March 31, 2026
Living With Braces6 min read · By Dr. Kevin Baharvand, Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics · Living With BracesShort answer: Both braces and clear aligners cause mild soreness because both...
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Is It Better to See a Dentist or Orthodontist?
March 28, 2026
Choosing an Orthodontist6 min read · By Dr. Kevin Baharvand, Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics · Choosing an OrthodontistShort answer: It is not really one or the other. See your...
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Invisalign in Frisco TX: What Clear Aligners Actually Are, and Why the System Matters
March 23, 2026
Treatments & Appliances 12 min read • By Dr. Kevin Baharvand, Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics SHORT ANSWER When people search for Invisalign, they almost always mean clear aligners generally....
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Do All Orthodontists Charge the Same for Braces?
March 21, 2026
Costs & Insurance6 min read · By Dr. Kevin Baharvand, Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics · Costs & InsuranceShort answer: No, orthodontists do not all charge the same for braces....
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