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Friel Ortho
Friel Ortho is an orthodontic practice serving Allentown and surrounding communities in Pennsylvania with two locations in Lower Macungie and Whitehall.
5248 Hamilton Blvd #3, Allentown, PA 18106
4.9(91 reviews)
About Friel Ortho
Dr. Hugh Friel and his team treat multiple siblings from the same family over the years, handling underbites and complex cases alongside straightening.
Friel Ortho comes up often in reviews from families with more than one child in treatment, sometimes across several years as siblings each move through braces or Invisalign. Reviews mention Dr. Hugh Friel's chairside manner and his willingness to answer questions for both parent and child before starting a plan. Results mentioned go beyond straight teeth, including underbite correction, and the office is described as clean and well equipped with a prize wheel that keeps younger kids entertained.
Summary of 48 patient reviews, May 2016–May 2026, updated September 2026
Friel Ortho is an orthodontic practice serving Allentown and surrounding communities in Pennsylvania with two locations in Lower Macungie and Whitehall.
Dr. Hugh Friel and his team offer comprehensive orthodontic care including traditional and clear braces, Invisalign, early treatment, surgical orthodontics, and specialized appliances for patients of all ages.
Treatments offered
Early TreatmentInvisalignLingual BracesSelf-Ligating BracesSurgical OrthodonticsClear AlignersTraditional BracesClear Braces
Who They Treat
Friel Ortho provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:
Children
Ages 6–11
Teens
Ages 12–17
Adults
Ages 18+
Technology & Equipment
Friel Ortho uses modern orthodontic technology to deliver precise, comfortable treatment.
3D Digital Scanning
Accelerated Treatment
TADs / Mini-Screws
iTero/TRIOS
accelerated ortho
TADs
Orthodontists at this office
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Dr. Hugh Friel, DDS, MDS
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Insurance accepted
The practice accepts insurance and discusses insurance options and payment plans during the initial consultation, but no specific carriers or plans are named on the website.
What patients say
Latest review 3 months ago
What patients praise
- Multiple reviews describe siblings being treated at the practice over several years, building familiarity with Dr. Friel and the staff.
- Reviewers mention results that address issues like underbite correction, not just alignment.
- Kids are kept comfortable and entertained during visits, with younger siblings included and a prize wheel after appointments.
Who it suits
- Families with several kids in treatment
- Teens
Doctors patients mention
- Dr. Hugh Friel · 36 reviews
- Last 12 months
- 23 reviews
- averaging 4.9★
- Owner replies
- 36% of reviews
- typically within 26 days
- Compared with Allentown
- Higher rated than 63%
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- Braces10
PraiseCriticism
- The orthodontist15
- Friendly staff13
- Treatment results11
- Great with kids8
- Scheduling & wait times3 / 2
- Clear explanations4
- Gentle, comfortable care3
- Office & technology3
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| The orthodontist | 15 | 0 |
| Friendly staff | 13 | 0 |
| Treatment results | 11 | 0 |
| Great with kids | 8 | 0 |
| Scheduling & wait times | 3 | 2 |
| Clear explanations | 4 | 0 |
| Gentle, comfortable care | 3 | 0 |
| Office & technology | 3 | 0 |
Recent reviews from Google
4.9
91 reviews
Loe Nyanya
4 months ago
From day one, Dr. Friel and his staff have exceeded our expectations. If great personality and excellent patient care were a person, it would be Dr. Friel! Lisa, Deedee, and the whole team create such a friendly and comfortable environment. We couldn’t be happier with our experience.
Christina Musser
5 months ago
Fantastic experience! Listened. Offered options and gave hope!
Melissa Schoonover
5 months ago
This is one of the most friendly orthodontist I have ever been to. They are very thorough with explaining everything not only to the parent, but the child as well. I highly recommend anyone needing an orthodontist to give them a call !!!!
Mary Beth Schimeneck
Edited 6 months ago
Dr. Friel and the entire staff is awesome! Everyone is friendly and he is very meticulous about giving you the care you need for your perfect smile!
Stephanie Kelley
9 months ago
Our fifth child is now a patient with Dr. Friel. He and his staff are always polite and professional, his prices are fair, and the results are perfection. We wouldn’t go anywhere else for an orthodontist!
Questions about this practice
What orthodontic treatments does Friel Ortho offer?
Friel Ortho offers: Early Treatment, Invisalign, Lingual Braces, Self-Ligating Braces, Surgical Orthodontics, Clear Aligners, Traditional Braces, Clear Braces.
Does Friel Ortho offer free consultations?
Yes, Friel Ortho offers a free initial orthodontic consultation. Call (610) 966-3502 or book online to schedule.
Is Friel Ortho accepting new patients?
Friel Ortho is currently welcoming new patients in Allentown, PA. Call (610) 966-3502 or book online to schedule.
Where is Friel Ortho located?
Friel Ortho is located at 5248 Hamilton Blvd #3. Get directions: https://maps.google.com/?cid=15188025212613455957&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA
What are the office hours for Friel Ortho?
Friel Ortho office hours: Mon 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Tue Closed–Closed, Wed 7:30 AM–5:00 PM, Thu Closed–Closed, Fri Closed–Closed, Sat Closed–Closed, Sun Closed–Closed.
Does Friel Ortho offer payment plans?
Yes, Friel Ortho offers flexible payment plans to make orthodontic treatment affordable.
Who are the orthodontists at Friel Ortho?
Friel Ortho is staffed by Dr. Hugh Friel. The practice is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO).
What is the patient rating for Friel Ortho?
Friel Ortho has a 4.9-star rating based on 91 patient reviews on Google.
How long has Friel Ortho been in practice?
Friel Ortho has been providing orthodontic care since 2014, serving the Allentown, PA community for over 12 years.
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Accepting new patients
Est. 2014
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Payment Plans Available
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Online Booking Available
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Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
Wheelchair Accessible Parking
Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Mon8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
TueClosed
Wed7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
ThuClosed
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed
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