Treatments & Appliances 7 min read · By Dr. Kevin Baharvand, Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics Quick answer Yes, adult palate expansion is possible, but it works differently than it does in a child. Because the seam in the roof of the mouth hardens with age, adults usually need either a bone-anchored expander (MARPE or… Continue reading Palate Expansion in Adults: Is It Possible and Effective?
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Filing Between Teeth (IPR): How Interproximal Reduction Creates a Better Smile
Treatments & Appliances 6 min read · By Dr. Kevin Baharvand, Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics Quick answer Interproximal reduction (IPR), sometimes called filing, slenderizing, or stripping, is a routine orthodontic technique that removes a tiny sliver of enamel between teeth to create space. It is painless, safe when done properly, and often lets us… Continue reading Filing Between Teeth (IPR): How Interproximal Reduction Creates a Better Smile
Invisalign vs. Braces: Cost Comparison
6 min read • By Dr. Kevin Baharvand, Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics • Costs & Insurance One of the most common questions I hear is some version of “which is cheaper, braces or Invisalign?” It is a fair question, but the honest answer surprises people: for most patients, the two cost about the same,… Continue reading Invisalign vs. Braces: Cost Comparison