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Meet Dr. Cooper Callaway
Meet Dr. Cooper Callaway
Born and raised in Columbus, Mississippi
Dr. Callaway grew up with a love for sports and a strong work ethic; traits lovingly passed down from his parents.
He played tennis at Mississippi State University before pursuing dentistry at the University of Mississippi School of Dentistry. Driven by a desire to make a meaningful impact, he went on to complete his orthodontic residency at Baylor College of Dentistry.
Education
Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) — University of Mississippi School of Dentistry, 1997
Master's in Orthodontics (MS) — Baylor College of Dentistry
A Calling Since 7th Grade
In seventh grade, Dr. Callaway told his history teacher he wanted to be an orthodontist. He wasn't kidding.
Inspired by the confidence orthodontics brought to his own smile, he later majored in economics in college but returned to dentistry with clear purpose: "I just couldn't figure out how to make as big a difference as improving someone's self-esteem."
Experience Meets Innovation
Since 2000, Dr. Callaway has built three thriving practices across rural Mississippi. He combines proven orthodontic methods (like braces, TADs, Herbst, Carriere®, Forsus™, and surgical cases) with cutting-edge dental technology; including iTero® scanners,
i-CAT 3D imaging, and SureSmile aligner systems.
Patients are often pleasantly surprised to find such advanced technology right here in Columbus.
Why He Loves What He Does
For Dr. Callaway, success isn't just about numbers, it's about life-changing smiles. He often shares a guiding moment from a Baylor mentor: "Son, if you treat people right and do a good job, you will always be successful."
That philosophy is at the heart of his practice: treating every patient like family and elevating their confidence with every smile.
Life Outside the Office
Dr. Callaway balances his practice with life on a Mississippi farm alongside his wife, Emily Anne, and their children; Campbell, Swayze, and Sawyer.
On weekends you might find him:
→ Fishing by the pond with his kids
→ Tending bees or leading a hunting expedition
→ Channeling his inner stockbroker-turned-farmer (a nod to his brief consideration of Wall Street)
Qualifications
Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD), University of Mississippi School of Dentistry (1997)
Master of Science in Orthodontics, Baylor College of Dentistry
25+ years of experience in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics
American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) member with advanced training in TADs, i-CAT, SureSmile, Carriere®, Forsus™, and Herbst appliances
Exceptional patient satisfaction: 4.9-star average across 900+ reviews
Why Choose
Smiles by Callaway
Cutting-edge technology you wouldn't expect to find in small-town Mississippi
Personalized care—each patient treated like family
Unwavering commitment to transforming lives through confident smiles
Contact Us
206 Brookmoore Drive, Columbus MS 39705
(662) 328-1521