Gregg Frey was born in Allentown, PA and graduated from Emmaus High Schoolwhere he played football. He attended Hartwick College and Penn State University. Dr. Frey was given early acceptance to Temple University School of Dentistry and received his doctorate degree with honors.
While attending Temple Dental School, Dr. Frey was selected to all honor societies, graduated in the top 5 in his dental class, received a graduation award for clinical ability and was elected to OKU National Dental Honor Society (Summa Cum Laude).
After graduation, Dr. Frey served in the U.S. Navy Dental Corps at the submarine base, New London, CT. After two years of active duty, he returned to Temple Universitys Orthodontic Program. He graduated and established his home and practice in the Lehigh Valley.
Dr. Frey has been a guest on local television and nationally-syndicated television programs. He has also been featured in the local newspaper regarding orthodontic advancements. In 2004, the Consumer Review Council of America named Dr. Frey one of Americas Top Orthodontists. Dr. Frey and his team were selected by the Lehigh Valleys Morning Call Readers Choice survey as Best Orthodontist in 2007, 2008, 2009, 2012 and 2018 and named Best Orthodontist by Lehigh Valley Magazine in 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2018.
Dr. Frey and his wife, Dana, a former dental hygienist and graduate of University of Pennsylvania, enjoy running, biking and soccer. Before their two boys, Scott and Dan, were born, they participated in local running races, marathons, triathlons, the Velodrome developmental series and also cycle-toured Europe. Dr. Frey has a National soccer coaching license (NSCAA) earned at the University of Notre Dame and a B and C USSF license earned at University of South Florida.
Dr. Frey has coached for the St. Thomas More Soccer Club, Lower Macungie Youth Association and Lehigh Valley Select team. He also coached the Western Lehigh Sharks-a boys Premier team. In 2004, this U-17 Western Lehigh team was the Pennsylvania state finalist and ranked as high as 27th in the USA.
As an airplane pilot, Dr. Frey completed his commercial multi-engine certificate with a multi-engine and instrument rating. He also was the crew chief for his fathers SCCA E Production Porsche Speedstermany times a national champion contender. Dr. Frey now owns a 914-6 GT Porsche vintage race car which he enjoys taking to race circuits across the country in vintage race series. He has achieved overall wins and podium finishes at Watkins Glen, Virginia International Raceway, and Mid Ohio racetracks. Musically, Dr. Frey took piano lessons for 7 years and is a member of the Sentinels Drum Corps drum line.
He is excited to be joined by his son, Dr. Dan Frey, at FreySmiles Orthodontics. As a father/son team, theyve created beautiful, healthy smiles for thousands of patients across the Lehigh Valley and beyond. Dr. Greggs oldest son, Dr. Scott Frey also practices orthodontics in Chesapeake, VA. Dr. Frey is proud of the legacy he began at FreySmiles and the thousands of smiles hes been a part of creating.
Dr. Frey was then admitted to Temple Universitys dental school in Philadelphia, PA. He graduated at the top of his class, achieving the Summa Cum Laude designation from Temple Dental. Aside from his studies, he assisted the dental school soccer team in winning the graduate school championship. Dr. Frey was then admitted to the highly competitive orthodontic residency at the University of the Pacific in San Francisco, CA. There, he utilized the most innovative orthodontic techniques in treating patients alongside faculty from around the world. While in San Francisco, Dr. Frey earned his Master of Science for his research in three-dimensional craniofacial analysis.
Currently, Dr. Daniel Frey maintains part-time faculty status at the University of the Pacific orthodontic department. He is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists and the American Dental Association. In his free time he enjoys staying active outdoors, camping, music, cooking and good company.
No. All orthodontists must be licensed to practice, but at this time only 1 in 3 orthodontists have continued on to become a board certified orthodontist. The American Board of Orthodontics (ABO) certification process signifies a unique achievementa significant step beyond the two to three years of advanced education required for a dentist to become a specialist in orthodontics. The process requires the orthodontist to demonstrate actual accomplishments in patient care with detailed case reports on the treatment provided for a broad range of patient problems. Board certification is a voluntary achievement that all orthodontists do not choose to pursue. In order to become board certified by the ABO, an individual orthodontist is thoroughly interviewed by a highly respected panel of examiners to demonstrate their orthodontic knowledge, clinical skills and judgment.
One. The American Board of Orthodontics (ABO) is the only certifying board in the specialty that is recognized by the American Dental Association. The ABO was founded in 1929 and is the oldest specialty board in dentistry. The boards purpose is to elevate the quality of orthodontic care for the public by promoting excellence through certification, education and professional collaboration.
Successful completion of the examination process demonstrates the orthodontists highest commitment to excellence in orthodontics to both the orthodontic profession and the general public. It represents a commitment by a licensed specialist that he/she has the necessary knowledge base and skills to treat patients to the highest of standards. It exemplifies a practitioners commitment to continue to keep abreast of the latest advances in patient care, and to continue to deliver these latest advances to patients. Many orthodontists see it as a demonstration of their dedication to the specialty and the highest level of personal achievement.
Since the establishment of the ABO in 1929, the certification process requirements have continued to adjust to the demands of the specialty. Today, the process involves a thorough Written Examination (240 questions) covering all areas of information which an orthodontist should be knowledgeable. Successful completion of this board exam allows the orthodontist to proceed to the Clinical Examination where they present detailed case reports from their practice/residency, demonstrating a history of excellence in patient care. These cases are evaluated by a panel of examiners and later discussed during an oral examination where the applicant is tested on a wide variety of academic and clinical topics. After successful completion of these examinations, the orthodontist has officially achieved Board Certification, for a time-limited period. The orthodontist must go through Certification Renewal every 10 years to maintain their certification status by demonstrating this continued level of patient care.
Our team is made up of former FreySmiles patients, something we think is important, because we have all experienced treatment and can help guide you through it. We take our qualifications seriously. Our members are X-ray certified, trained in CPR and first aid and most of them have received the designation of Specialized Orthodontic Assistant (SOA). This is a voluntary certification program started by the American Association of Orthodontists to recognize those in the profession for their knowledge and experience.
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newest oldest highest lowestMelissa Sharpley
a year ago
My 11-year-old son needed braces as soon as possible possible due to some major crowding issues and frey smiles got him in quickly for a consultation and about a week later he had braces. They made him so comfortable about the whole process at the lehighton office. He had an issue with one of the wires a few days after the braces were placed but doctor Frey called me back very quickly when I called the emergency line and met us at 1 of his offices to fix the wire for us on a Saturday afternoon. He was very pleasant and did not mange us feel like a burden. Everyone at the lehighton office is wonderful.
Cody Cydis
a year ago
Best around, have referred loads of people, and have never been disappointed.
Tracee Benton
2 years ago
Dr. Frey and his orthodontist techs are the absolute best! The team has such an attention to detail I absolutely love my new smile and my confidence has significantly grown! The whole process of using Invisalign has been phenomenal. I highly recommend Dr. Frey and his team to anyone considering orthodontic work!
Timothy Arace jr
2 years ago
Everyone there is always so friendly and they helped me get straight teeth highly recommend.
CHERYL CURRAN
2 years ago
Great place and staff. A mom of twins was tough on decesion of braces for both boys. They where fast at answering any questions. New Years Eve a bracket had come off .They accommodate to fix it on a closed day. Thank You Dr Frey.
Amy Hinkle
2 years ago
Such a friendly group of people who take the time to explain exactly what you need and walk you through each step. Every single employee is joyful and eager to help! Dr Frey took his time and made us feel important and welcome!
Peyton Waibel
2 years ago
My teeth look amazing!!
Amy Hinkle
3 years ago
Such a friendly group of people who take the time to explain exactly what you need and walk you through each step. Every single employee is joyful and eager to help! Dr Frey took his time and made us feel important and welcome!
CHERYL CURRAN
3 years ago
Great place and staff. A mom of twins was tough on decesion of braces for both boys. They where fast at answering any questions. New Years Eve a bracket had come off .They accommodate to fix it on a closed day. Thank You Dr Frey.
Peyton Waibel
3 years ago
My teeth look amazing!!
Jake Wertz
3 years ago
The staff and Dr. Frey are really great and super nice !
Donna Knox
3 years ago
FreySmiles Orthodontics is a great place. They are caring and go above and beyond. My son had an accident that involved major trauma to his mouth on a Saturday night. They took the time to make sure he was okay. I called their emergency line. They called me back within the hour. They also opened up the office to look at him on a Sunday and it was also Father's Day. Later that evening they called again to see how he was doing. They did not make me feel like I was bothering them on their day off. They also made my son feel at ease. The office also called later in the week to see how he was doing. They have went above and beyond the call of duty. They are caring and concerned about their patients. Thank you for all you have done for our son and our family.
Carla Bowman
3 years ago
After getting a consultation at a different orthodontist, I was given their course of action for my 8 year old daughters dental journey which included scary mechanical devices and more than $1000 in price difference. Not only does the doctor himself call the day before your first appointment to welcome you, they take all your fears into consideration. We felt like people, not a dollar sign. We left there feeling relieved and grateful for their kindness and expertise. Thank you FreySmiles, for making this process comforting for us as parents and not invasive for our daughter.
Jake Wertz
4 years ago
The staff and Dr. Frey are really great and super nice !
Carla Bowman
4 years ago
After getting a consultation at a different orthodontist, I was given their course of action for my 8 year old daughters dental journey which included scary mechanical devices and more than $1000 in price difference. Not only does the doctor himself call the day before your first appointment to welcome you, they take all your fears into consideration. We felt like people, not a dollar sign. We left there feeling relieved and grateful for their kindness and expertise. Thank you FreySmiles, for making this process comforting for us as parents and not invasive for our daughter.
Donna Knox
4 years ago
FreySmiles Orthodontics is a great place. They are caring and go above and beyond. My son had an accident that involved major trauma to his mouth on a Saturday night. They took the time to make sure he was okay. I called their emergency line. They called me back within the hour. They also opened up the office to look at him on a Sunday and it was also Father's Day. Later that evening they called again to see how he was doing. They did not make me feel like I was bothering them on their day off. They also made my son feel at ease. The office also called later in the week to see how he was doing. They have went above and beyond the call of duty. They are caring and concerned about their patients. Thank you for all you have done for our son and our family.
Heather Marie
4 years ago
I submitted a form for my records on February 14th, the new office I'm going to, called them multiple times and they never sent my records over. I went in the office asking for them on March 27th and was told they needed to look through files to find my xrays, they said they would call me within the week, never received a phone call. April 12th the office I'm going to now called them again and finally on April 15th I received my records. So 2 months they prolonged my treatment. I switched because in my opinion, I feel my smile and my son's smile would turn out better going somewhere else, since this is the only office that said my son wouldn't need 4 teeth pulled before putting braces on, even though my dentist and Dr. Tinsley, plus 2 other orthodontists we went to for a consultation said he would need teeth pulled because of crowding. I too, had a lot of crowding and needed teeth pulled. This is the only office that said he wouldn't and the woman we talked to during our consultation was very pushy about making an appointment. I told her I wanted to think about it and talk it over with my husband 3 times nicely, until I finally had to look at her and say NO. Also they wanted to charge $1500 more for my son's braces than where I'm taking him now, Banning Orthodontics in Tamaqua. That price is also $1000 more than it cost me for my braces as an adult. Replying to your comment, yes, the new office absolutely does need my records to effectively begin treatment. They need to know what was done in the past appointments. So yes, you prolonged my treatment for 2 whole months. Yes, they would have eventually started my treatment, but it would be better if Dr. Banning could see what was previously done, which is why we waited for 2 months for your office to release my files. Also, if you needed more time to find them, why didn't I receive a phone call at any point in time explaining why my records were never sent over? Why didn't I receive a call after I left a message? Why didn't I receive a phone call after I went in, from the girl at the desk, when she told me she would call me to let me know within the week? I would have been understanding, but in this case I was ignored
Terene Smith
4 years ago
My family and I have been patients of FreySmiles for years now and I have nothing but praise for this practice and everyone that works there. Currently I have two daughters in braces and they worked with me to find an affordable payment plan that worked well for me and my family. I am also pleased with the opening of the Lehighton office. As with all their locations, the Lehighton office provides the same top rate service that me and my family have grown to expect from FreySmiles Orthodontics. Every visit is full of welcoming smiles and warm conversation. My girls are excited for their visits and can't wait to share new info about their school day, vacations and life happenings with the wonderful women that work there. Furthermore, Dr. Gregg and Dr. Dan are always available to answer any questions I have and to keep me fully updated on my daughters' progress. I have nothing but wonderful things to say about this practice and would 100% recommend FreySmiles to any and all of my family and friends. Thank you FreySmiles for making this experience so enjoyable for my family (especially my daughters).
Sam Smith
4 years ago
They genuinely want their customers to be satisfied with the service and will go above and beyond to assure that everything is done 100%. Thanks for the awesome work.
Carla Nichols
4 years ago
Very pleased with the level of customer service provided by Dr. Frey. After we expressed some initial concerns, Dr. Frey was able to resolve all of them in a professional and courteous manner. The office is immaculate and all of the staff are very friendly and kind. We absolutely love the warm and welcoming environment of FreySmiles!
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