Board-Certified Orthodontist in Decatur and Hartselle, AL
Dr. Lauren is a board-certified orthodontist at Valley Orthodontics, proudly serving patients in Decatur and Hartselle, Alabama. She combines a strong academic background, broad clinical experience, and specialty training in orthodontics to provide high-quality care for children, teens, and adults.
Education and Training
Dr. Lauren’s orthodontic background is built on strong academic performance and broad clinical experience.
Decatur High School – Decatur, Alabama
Inducted into Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society
Member of Alpha Chi Omega sorority
Graduated summa cum laude from the Honors College
Major in Biomedical Sciences, minor in Spanish
University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) School of Dentistry
Graduated in the top 5% of her dental school class
University of Tennessee Medical Center, Knoxville
Completed a 2-year General Practice Residency
Served as Chief Resident in her second year
Worked as a general dentist in a public health clinic in an underserved area of Tennessee while preparing to begin orthodontic residency
Completed a 2.5-year orthodontics residency program
Earned a post-doctoral master’s degree in clinical dentistry
Professional Achievements
Completed both portions of the American Board of Orthodontics examinations
Board-certified in the specialty of orthodontics
Memberships and Contributions
Professional Memberships:
Community Involvement and Personal Life
Dr. Lauren is originally from Decatur, Alabama, and is thankful to be practicing in her hometown and serving the community where she grew up.
She married her husband, Nick, during her time in Knoxville. They enjoy traveling, staying active outdoors, and spending time with their three pets. She is grateful to live and work close to her family in North Alabama.
Why Patients Choose Dr. Lauren
Patients choose Dr. Lauren for her strong training, attention to detail, and commitment to patient care.
Broad Clinical Background: Trained in both general dentistry and orthodontics, with residency experience in a hospital setting and public health clinic.
Board-Certified Specialist: Completed rigorous board examinations in orthodontics.
Local Perspective: A Decatur native who understands and serves the local community.
Focused on Quality Care: Uses her advanced training to plan and monitor treatment carefully for predictable, long-term results.