Orthodontists complete two to three years of residency training beyond dental school, focusing entirely on the alignment of teeth, jaws, and facial structures. Choosing a residency-trained orthodontist rather than a general dentist offering braces on the side is one of the most important decisions you can make for the quality of your outcome. As the American Association of Orthodontists notes, the deciding factor for whether someone is a good candidate for treatment is the health of their teeth and gums, not their age, meaning orthodontic care can benefit patients at virtually any point in life.
Dr. McCullum’s training at the University of Louisville, where she served as class president during her residency and conducted research focused on reducing radiation exposure for patients, reflects the level of clinical rigor she brings to every treatment plan. She was inducted into the honor societies Omicron Kappa Upsilon, Phi Kappa Phi, and the Delphi Society, and received the American Association of Orthodontists Award, among several other distinctions. That academic foundation shows up in the precision and care we bring to each patient.
Orthodontists complete two to three years of residency training beyond dental school, focusing entirely on the alignment of teeth, jaws, and facial structures. Choosing a residency-trained orthodontist rather than a general dentist offering braces on the side is one of the most important decisions you can make for the quality of your outcome. As the American Association of Orthodontists notes, the deciding factor for whether someone is a good candidate for treatment is the health of their teeth and gums, not their age, meaning orthodontic care can benefit patients at virtually any point in life.
Dr. McCullum’s training at the University of Louisville, where she served as class president during her residency and conducted research focused on reducing radiation exposure for patients, reflects the level of clinical rigor she brings to every treatment plan. She was inducted into the honor societies Omicron Kappa Upsilon, Phi Kappa Phi, and the Delphi Society, and received the American Association of Orthodontists Award, among several other distinctions. That academic foundation shows up in the precision and care we bring to each patient.
McCullum Orthodontics offers a full range of modern orthodontic treatments designed to meet patients where they are, whether a young child needing an early evaluation or an adult ready to address their smile for the first time. Families from New Washington will find we offer options far beyond the basics.
Our treatment offerings include a variety of approaches tailored to each patient’s needs and goals:
No matter the need, we build every plan around the individual, not a preset template.
McCullum Orthodontics is not part of a large corporate dental organization, and the difference that makes is felt from the very first visit. Dr. McCullum owns and operates the practice herself, which means you are treated directly by the same doctor at every appointment.
That continuity of care is something corporate group practices cannot replicate, and it is a defining characteristic of what makes the McCullum experience different. Raised in Georgetown and returned to Southern Indiana by choice, Dr. McCullum knows this region personally and is committed to it long-term. For New Washington families curious about orthodontic care for children, our post on why early orthodontic evaluations matter for your child is a helpful starting point. We also cover when your child should have their first orthodontic visit, a question we hear regularly from parents throughout the area.
Dr. McCullum is a mother of a child with special needs and brings hands-on experience from working in combined pediatric dental and orthodontic settings. That background informs the way we approach every patient, with patience, attentiveness, and a genuine desire to make every person feel comfortable and understood. We treat patients of all ages and all abilities, and we take pride in creating an environment where no one feels out of place.
New Washington residents do not have to travel far to access truly outstanding orthodontic care. Dr. McCullum's Jeffersonville practice is equipped with the latest technology, staffed by a team treating every patient like family, and led by a doctor whose credentials and community ties speak for themselves. From early childhood evaluations to adult smile transformations to airway-focused treatment, we offer the full spectrum of modern orthodontics under one roof. We welcome New Washington families to take the next step toward a healthier, more confident smile. Reach out through our contact form to request a consultation with Dr. McCullum today.
McCullum Orthodontics is conveniently located in Jeffersonville, Indiana, serving patients throughout southern Indiana and the greater Louisville area.
