New Washington is a small, close-knit community in Clark County — and for families there, finding an orthodontist means making a short drive rather than an extensive search. McCullum Orthodontics in Jeffersonville is just minutes away, and it offers the kind of specialist-led orthodontic care that most families in this area have never had convenient access to before.
Dr. Heather McCullum opened this practice after earning her DMD summa cum laude as valedictorian of her class at the University of Louisville School of Dentistry and completing her orthodontic residency there, where she served as class president and conducted original research on reducing radiation exposure during treatment. She spent 14 years treating patients across Illinois and Kentucky before returning home to Southern Indiana — and every one of those years built the clinical depth she brings to each case. New Washington families can explore the full range of orthodontic services we offer and schedule a complimentary first visit with no referral needed.
Orthodontists complete two to three additional years of specialty training beyond dental school, focused entirely on correcting the alignment of teeth, jaws, and facial structures. That focused training makes a measurable difference in how cases are evaluated, how treatment plans are built, and how results hold up over time. The American Association of Orthodontists notes that properly aligned teeth do more than improve a smile — they make it easier to clean teeth, reduce the risk of tooth decay and gum disease, and support healthy bite function for 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 clinical rigor she brings to every treatment plan. She was inducted into Omicron Kappa Upsilon, Phi Kappa Phi, and the Delphi Society, and received the American Association of Orthodontists Award among several other honors. For New Washington families choosing where to go for orthodontic care, that record reflects a doctor who takes the standard of her work seriously.
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 corporate dental group, and that distinction matters from the very first visit. Dr. McCullum owns and operates the practice herself, which means every patient sees the same doctor at every appointment — no rotating providers, no hand-offs to staff. For families in smaller communities like New Washington, that kind of continuity is rare and genuinely valuable when it comes to the quality of care you can expect over a multi-year treatment.
The practice accepts most major PPO insurance plans and provides a plain-language insurance review before treatment begins, so New Washington families know exactly what is covered before making any commitment. Interest-free financing options are available for out-of-pocket costs, and every new patient receives a complimentary first consultation at no charge. Getting started is designed to feel straightforward — not complicated or pressure-filled.
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 with children approaching that first evaluation, our pediatric orthodontic evaluation page covers what to expect, and the early intervention services page outlines the full range of interceptive treatments available for younger patients.
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 shapes the way we approach every patient — with patience, attentiveness, and a genuine commitment to making every person feel comfortable and understood. We treat patients of all ages and 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.
