Board-Certified Orthodontist in Decatur and Hartselle, AL
Dr. Lew B. Sample is a board-certified orthodontist at Valley Orthodontics, serving patients in Decatur and Hartselle, Alabama. He provides comprehensive orthodontic care grounded in strong clinical training, board certification, and decades of experience.
Education and Training
Dr. Sample’s orthodontic expertise is built on a strong academic and clinical foundation:
Samford University – Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Biology
Inducted into Omicron Delta Kappa honorary fraternity
Elected captain of the varsity football team
University of Alabama School of Dentistry – Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), graduated with honors in 1994
Orthodontic Residency and Post-Doctoral Training – Completed a three-year residency program in orthodontics in Birmingham and obtained a post-doctoral master’s degree in clinical dentistry
Professional Achievements
Board-Certified Orthodontist – Successfully completed all three phases of the American Board of Orthodontics examination
Recipient of the Shepard Award for achieving the highest score in the nation on the Phase 2 written examination
Co-author of several scientific articles published in orthodontic journals
Professional Memberships and Leadership
Professional Organizations:
Leadership Roles:
Past President, Alabama Association of Orthodontists
Member, Angle Society of Orthodontists
Alabama Delegate to the Southern Association of Orthodontists Board of Directors
How Is Dr. Sample Involved in the Community?
Active in civic organizations, including:
Kiwanis Club of Decatur
Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Decatur General Hospital Foundation
Has provided orthodontic care to patients in Decatur and surrounding areas since 1999
Married to his wife, Mandy, and they have three children: Marilyn, Carter, and Saxon
Why Patients Choose Dr. Lew B. Sample
Patients choose Dr. Sample for his combination of experience, clinical precision, and consistent results.
Experienced Care: Brings many years of dedicated orthodontic practice to each case.
Thorough, Detail-Oriented Treatment: Uses his advanced training to plan and monitor treatment carefully from start to finish.
Clear Communication: Explains treatment options and progress in a way patients and parents can easily understand.
Stable, Long-Term Results: Focuses on achieving healthy bites and smiles designed to last.
Community-Focused: Committed to serving families in Decatur, Hartselle, and the surrounding areas through both his practice and civic involvement.