Orthodontist Serving Danville, AL - Valley Orthodontics

Reviewed by Dr. Lew Sample, board-certified orthodontist (ABO Diplomate)

Valley Orthodontics is a board-certified orthodontist serving Danville, AL - the Morgan County community - from our Hartselle office at 220 Karl Prince Dr SW, about 10 miles and roughly 14 minutes away. Led by Dr. Lew Sample, an ABO Diplomate, we offer braces, Invisalign, and clear aligners for children, teens, and adults. Call (256) 773-8613 for a free consultation.

If you’re looking for an orthodontist near Danville, Alabama, Valley Orthodontics is a short drive up the road. Danville is a close-knit, rural community, and like a lot of our patients, Danville families are used to driving a bit for specialty care - the good news is that our Hartselle office keeps that drive short. Wherever you’re coming from, you’ll find a board-certified specialist, free consultations, and flexible payment plans.

Your Nearest Orthodontic Specialist

Of our two offices, Hartselle is closest to Danville – about 10 miles and roughly a 14-minute drive. Our Decatur office is only a little farther, near 18 minutes, so either works well depending on your day.

Here’s what matters most: Valley Orthodontics is an orthodontic specialty practice, not a general dental office that offers braces on the side. Dr. Lew Sample is a board-certified orthodontist and ABO Diplomate with 28 years of experience, and he teaches orthodontics at the University of Alabama School of Dentistry. For Danville families, that’s true specialist care within an easy drive.

About the Danville Area - A Community We Serve

Cullman County is known for its rich German heritage - from the Ave Maria Grotto to the annual Oktoberfest - and for Smith Lake’s recreation nearby. It’s a proud, growing part of North Alabama, and its northern communities sit within easy reach of our Hartselle office.

We’re grateful to support Cullman-area students through our sponsorships of Cullman, Fairview, and West Point high schools.

Zip Codes & Local Anchors

35055, 35057, 35058 (Cullman area) and surrounding Cullman County communities, including West Point and Fairview.

We proudly sponsor Cullman High School, Fairview High School, and West Point High School.

Getting to Our Hartselle Office from Cullman

From Cullman, head north on US-31 or I-65 toward Hartselle; our office at 220 Karl Prince Dr SW is just off the highway, about 24 minutes away, with free parking.

Families in West Point, Fairview, and northern Cullman County will find the trip even shorter.

Meet Our Orthodontists

Dr. Lew B. Sample

Dr. Lew Sample is a board-certified orthodontist and Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics (ABO) with 28 years of experience. He completed advanced specialty training beyond dental school and serves as an Assistant Professor at the University of Alabama School of Dentistry. Dr. Sample leads every treatment plan personally, combining specialist precision with a genuinely welcoming approach for patients of all ages.

Dr. Lauren Newton

Dr. Lauren Newton is an associate orthodontist at Valley Orthodontics and a Decatur native who completed her orthodontic residency at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). She brings warmth, precision, and a patient-first approach to every visit, caring for children, teens, and adults alongside Dr. Sample.

Awards & Certifications

American Board of Orthodontics
Board-certified Orthodontist
American Association of Orthodontists
Member of the American Association of Orthodontists
Invisalign Provider
Certified Invisalign Provider

What Are My Insurance and Financing Options?

A confident smile should fit your budget. We offer no-interest, in-house payment plans starting around $120 a month, and we are in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama and Delta Dental Premier. We also accept CareCredit and HSA/FSA funds. Your first visit is always a free consultation - no cost, no obligation, just a clear plan and an honest price.

Orthodontist Services

We offer the full range of orthodontic care for every age in Danville, AL and the surrounding areas, from a child’s first checkup to braces and clear aligners for teens and adults. Every plan is tailored to your goals, budget, and lifestyle.

Braces

Classic metal braces and discreet clear ceramic braces straighten teeth and correct bites for patients of all ages.

Invisalign Clear Aligners

As an Invisalign® Silver Provider, we straighten smiles with nearly invisible, removable clear aligners - a favorite among Decatur adults and responsible teens.

3M Clarity Aligners

We also offer 3M Clarity™ Aligners, another excellent clear-aligner system, so Dr. Sample can match you with the option best suited to your smile.

Early Orthodontics

Early interceptive (Phase 1) treatment guides your child’s growth and makes room for permanent teeth. The AAO recommends a first checkup by age 7.

Teen Orthodontics

Braces and Invisalign® Teen designed to fit an active teenage life, with options that keep treatment on track between school and activities.

Adult Orthodontics

It is never too late for the smile you have always wanted. We offer discreet braces and clear aligners tailored to adult schedules and goals.

Before & After

See the Smile Transformations
Our orthodontic treatments create lasting changes that bring out confident smiles. Explore a few examples of how braces, Invisalign®, and other treatments have transformed our patients’ smiles over time.

Boy smiling before treatment at Valley Orthodontics in Decatur and Hartselle, AL
Before
Boy smiling after treatment at Valley Orthodontics in Decatur and Hartselle, AL
After
This patient presented with mild to moderate crowding in the upper and lower front teeth. Treatment consisted of traditional braces as part of an early Phase I approach, completed over approximately 14 months to achieve a well-aligned, healthy smile.

What Our Patients Are Saying

They are the absolute best!!
Valley Orthodontics is the best place to go! Very sweet people!
Valley Orthodontics is the very best ortho care in Decatur! They take such good care of my daughter’s ortho treatment, the front desk ladies are super helpful, and the assistants in the back do great work. Dr. Sample and Dr. Lauren provide excellent care; I highly recommend this office!
Very nice service and friendly
What a friendly staff. Love they answered all my questions.
Wonderful staff & experience! Can’t say enough good things about Valley Orthodontics!
Great staff. We love Dr.Sample and Dr. Lauren and everyone we come in contact with there! They have made a huge difference in my child’s smile and self confidence!
Amazing and friendly doctors and staff, we’ve never had any issues.
Great group of people out here fixing smiles!
Great customers service.

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Why Danville Families Choose Valley Orthodontics

  • A board-certified specialist – Dr. Sample is an ABO Diplomate, a distinction most local braces providers don’t hold.
  • A proud Danville High supporter – we sponsor Danville High School and its students.
  • Affordable financing – no-interest in-house payment plans from $120/month; in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama and Delta Dental Premier.
  • Two nearby offices – Hartselle is closest to Danville; Decatur is a close second.
  • Short waits, free consultations – easy scheduling for busy families.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. We serve Danville, Alabama, in Morgan County (not the Danvilles in Kentucky, Virginia, or California). Our nearest office is in Hartselle, about 10 miles and roughly 14 minutes away; Decatur is a close second.

We do. If a bracket comes loose or a wire is poking, call us and we’ll get you in - we offer emergency orthodontic care for our patients. Prompt attention keeps treatment on track.

It depends on how much your teeth need to move, so we give a personalized quote at your free consultation. We offer no-interest payment plans from $120 a month and are in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama and Delta Dental Premier.

Yes. You have the same doctors and the same records at both our Hartselle and Decatur locations, so you can switch between them whenever it’s convenient for your family.

Most patients come in every 5 to 10 weeks so we can check progress and make adjustments. We’ll set a schedule that works for your family. Call (256) 773-8613 or request an appointment.

Schedule Your Visit from Danville Today

A free consultation at Valley Orthodontics comes with no cost and no pressure - just a clear plan from a board-certified specialist a short drive from Danville.

Hartselle Office (nearest Danville) - 220 Karl Prince Dr SW, Hartselle, AL 35640.

Proudly serving Danville and the surrounding Morgan County communities. See everywhere we serve on our service area page.

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