Orthodontist · Educator · Align Faculty

Marta BairdDDS, MSD

I practice orthodontics in Pleasanton, California, teach clear aligner therapy at the University of the Pacific, and lecture on aligner biomechanics and treatment planning around the world.

SpeakingFor orthodontists

Dr. Marta Baird
  • DiplomateAmerican Board of Orthodontics, since 2012
  • Assistant Clinical ProfessorUniversity of the Pacific, Dugoni School of Dentistry
  • Align FacultyAdvisory Board, 2022–2025
  • Active MemberEdward H. Angle Society of Orthodontists

About

Systems that make outcomes repeatable

I have owned Baird Orthodontics in Pleasanton since 2013. I am also an Assistant Clinical Professor in the orthodontic department at the University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry. I direct the didactic courses in Clear Aligner Treatment and Principles of Orthodontics.

I am a Blue Diamond Invisalign provider and Align Faculty. I served on Align Technology's advisory board from 2022 to 2025. I test Align software in pilot, months before general release. Live Update, Invisalign Personalized Plan, CBCT integration and video simulation all came through that work. My published research covers transverse stability with clear aligners and expanders in the mixed dentition.

Excellent outcomes should not depend on how much time a case is given. They should be repeatable. That is what makes it possible to run a practice, teach, lecture, and still be home.

Curriculum vitae available on request.

Research

Published work

  1. Stability of transverse changes with clear aligners and hyrax expanders from the mixed to the permanent dentition.

    Tsai A, Suh H, Tai SK, Baird M, Oh H. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop. 2026;169(6):776-785.

    doi:10.1016/j.ajodo.2026.01.017

  2. Vertical and transverse treatment effects of Invisalign First system compared to Hyrax maxillary expanders with fixed appliances in mixed dentition patients.

    Moravedje Torbaty P, Suh H, Tai SK, Baird M, Boyd RL, Oh H. Angle Orthod. 2024;94(5):496-503.

    doi:10.2319/121023-818.1

Where to next

Speaking

Biomechanics, ClinCheck design, complex cases and case acceptance. For meetings, study clubs and residency programs.

Topics and engagements →

For dentists

I collaborate with general practices on clear aligner treatment planning.

How it works →

For orthodontists

SMARTA Ortho Solutions. Digital workflow training, built with Dr. Sam Lee.

Courses and coaching →