Dr. Karen Locke Cottingham, DMD,MSD
OrthodonticsNPI: 1447466925
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Dr. Karen Cottingham is an orthodontist with 19 years of experience helping patients of all ages — from children to adults — achieve healthy, confident smiles. She earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine from the University of Alabama at Birmingham and completed a Master's degree in Orthodontics from Indiana University School of Dentistry. Dr. Cottingham uses advanced technology like digital imaging and clear aligners to make treatment comfortable and efficient, and she's known for her warm, fun-loving approach that makes every visit enjoyable. She's deeply committed to giving back through her volunteer work with organizations like Smiles Change Lives and Give Kids a Smile. Dr. Cottingham is accepting new patients in Indianapolis and would love to help you or your family achieve the smile of your dreams.
Specialties
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Surgical treatment of diseases, injuries, and defects of the mouth, jaw, and face
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Education & Training
- Doctor of Dental Medicine (D.M.D.) from University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Bachelor's degree from Troy University, Troy, Alabama
- Master's degree in Orthodontics from Indiana University School of Dentistry, Indianapolis
Credential: DMD,MSD
NPI registered: 05/14/2007
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Areas of Focus
Technology & Equipment
- iTero® Element™ digital imaging
- iTero Digital Impressions
- Clear aligners
Professional Memberships
- American Association of Orthodontists
- Great Lakes Association of Orthodontists
- Indiana Association of Orthodontists
- American Dental Association
- Indiana Dental Association
- Indianapolis District Dental Society
Beyond the Office
Donates time, money, and orthodontic services to Smiles Change Lives
Give Kids a Smile volunteer
Donated Dental Services volunteer
Make-a-Wish Foundation wish granter
Supports Special Olympics of Indiana
Supports Riley Hospital for Children
Supports Sheltering Wings (Hendricks County domestic abuse shelter)
Supports United Way
Supports Shop-with-a-Cop program
Supports local community school, band, and sports programs
Childhood dream led her to orthodontics
Native of Alabama
Enjoys traveling and food with her husband
Loves escaping cold Indiana winters to warm places like Puerto Rico and Florida
Passionate about music and performs occasionally in a 'garage band' with friends to raise money for charity
Loves to sing and serenades patients in the orthodontic chair
Has four pets: Jackson (Lhasa Apso), Kane (Australian Labradoodle), Reggie (Russian Blue), and Lacy (Bengal)
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