Can You Go Straight to an Orthodontist?
March 19, 2026
Choosing an Orthodontist6 min read · By Dr. Kevin Baharvand, Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics · Choosing an OrthodontistShort answer: Yes. You can go straight to an orthodontist without a...
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How Much Is an Orthodontist Visit Without Insurance?
March 14, 2026
Costs & Insurance6 min read · By Dr. Kevin Baharvand, Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics · Costs & InsuranceShort answer: At Elate the first orthodontist visit is free, even without...
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Everything You Need to Know About Becoming and Working as an Orthodontist in Texas
March 10, 2026
Practice & Industry News7 min read · By Dr. Kevin Baharvand, Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics · Practice & Industry NewsShort answer: Becoming an orthodontist in Texas takes about 10...
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Best Ultrasonic Retainer Cleaners: An Orthodontist Guide
March 6, 2026
Retainers & Aftercare8 min read · By Dr. Kevin Baharvand, Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics · Retainers & AftercareShort answer: An ultrasonic cleaner uses sound waves to lift bacteria and...
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InSmile and the Long History of Lingual Braces in the U.S.
March 5, 2026
Practice & Industry News 8 min read • By Dr. Kevin Baharvand, Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics SHORT ANSWER A newer lingual system called InSmile is marketing itself to orthodontists...
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The Complete Guide to Cleaning Your Retainer
March 1, 2026
Retainers & Aftercare7 min read · By Dr. Kevin Baharvand, Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics · Retainers & AftercareShort answer: Rinse your retainer with lukewarm water every time it comes...
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Orthodontist vs Dentist: Why Orthodontics Should Be Left to the Experts
February 24, 2026
Choosing an Orthodontist6 min read · By Dr. Kevin Baharvand, Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics · Choosing an OrthodontistShort answer: Every orthodontist is a dentist, but not every dentist is...
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What is an Open Bite and How Can It Be Fixed?
February 19, 2026
Bite & Alignment Issues6 min read • By Dr. Kevin Baharvand, Diplomate, American Board of OrthodonticsAn open bite is one of the trickier bite problems, because fixing the teeth is...
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Soft Foods to Eat With Braces: A Holiday by Holiday Guide
February 18, 2026
Living With Braces 7 min read • By Dr. Kevin Baharvand, Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics SHORT ANSWER Four textures cause nearly every holiday bracket break: sticky, hard, crunchy, and...
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