Your Decatur & Hartselle, AL Orthodontists
Valley Orthodontics
Welcome to Valley Orthodontics, where a board-certified specialist and a warm, family-first team create healthy, confident smiles across Decatur, Hartselle, and North Alabama. Braces, Invisalign®, and clear aligners for kids, teens, and adults - and your first visit is always free.
From a child’s first checkup to an adult’s long-awaited smile makeover, we tailor every treatment plan to the individual, combining the latest technology with a genuinely welcoming environment. Whether you’re exploring braces, Invisalign®, or early treatment for your child, you’ll get expert, specialist-led care at both of our convenient offices.
Explore Our Advanced Care
Discover what sets Valley Orthodontics apart - advanced technology, an experienced board-certified orthodontist, and a full range of services for every smile:
Your Smile Experts
Meet Your Orthodontists
Your care is led by Dr. Lew Sample, a board-certified orthodontist (ABO Diplomate) with decades of experience, alongside associate Dr. Lauren, a Decatur native who completed her orthodontic residency at UAB. Together they bring specialty training, precision, and a patient-centered approach to every smile - in a welcoming, professional environment.
Starting Treatment Made Easy
Why Families Choose Valley Orthodontics
Here’s why families across North Alabama choose Valley Orthodontics:
- A board-certified specialist. Care is led by Dr. Lew Sample, a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics and recipient of the Shepard Award for the highest score in the nation on the ABO exam.
- Voted “Best of the Best.” Recognized in Decatur nearly every year for two decades, and in Hartselle every year since our office opened.
- Two convenient offices. The same doctors and team in both Decatur and Hartselle.
- Modern, comfortable technology. The iTero® digital scanner means no goopy impressions.
- Care that fits your budget. A free first visit plus no-interest payment plans from around $120/month.
2 locations · 28+ years serving North Alabama · 17,000+ smiles created. Why Choose Valley Orthodontics →
First Visit
Create a personalized treatment plan just for you!
Financing & Insurance
Explore our financing options for a stress-free smile makeover.
Types of Braces
Discover our variety of treatment options tailored to your smile needs.
Invisible Braces, Visible Results
Clear Aligners
Straighten your smile discreetly with our clear aligner options - nearly invisible, removable, and comfortable:
As an Invisalign Silver Provider, we help teens and adults across Decatur and Hartselle straighten their teeth without anyone having to know.
Comprehensive Orthodontic Care
Treatment for All Ages
We specialize in orthodontic care for all stages of life, including early orthodontics for children, teen orthodontics, and adult orthodontics. Our skilled team creates customized treatment plans to suit your individual needs.
Early Orthodontics
Guiding your child’s growth and making room for permanent teeth, starting with a first checkup by age 7.
Teen Orthodontics
Braces and Invisalign® Teen that fit an active teenage life.
Adult Orthodontics
It’s never too late; discreet options to straighten your smile with confidence.
Supporting Smiles
Our Commitment to Community
We’re proud to give back to the communities we serve. From our Decatur and Hartselle offices, we care for families across Priceville, Trinity, Falkville, Danville, Moulton, Cullman, and the surrounding North Alabama communities. See our full service area.
A confident smile should fit your budget, too: we offer no-interest, in-house payment plans starting around $120 a month, we’re in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama and Delta Dental Premier, and we accept CareCredit and HSA/FSA. Explore financing & insurance →
Ready for a healthier, more confident smile? Your first visit is free. Call our Decatur office at (256) 355-5255 or Hartselle office at (256) 773-8613, or request your free consultation.