Mr Scott A. Gradwell

Dr. Gradwell began his career in periodontal practice in 1988, working as a restorative dentist during his residency program. He has maintained his professional relationship with Jay Freedman, DDS & Associates, PC, for 22 years, transitioning from a restorative dentist to the office's periodontal and implant surgeon. In Dr. Freedman's office, state-of-the-art esthetic dentistry is provided in conjunction with dental implants, crowns and bridges, esthetic veneers, and the treatment of periodontal disease. In 1990, Dr. Gradwell opened his private practice in Allentown. Dr. Gradwell has been active on staff at Lehigh Valley Hospital since 1991. He has served as Vice Chairman of the Department of Dentistry and Clinical Chief of Periodontics. He currently serves as Vice President of the Board of Directors of the Lehigh County Senior Center. As an Eagle Scout, Dr. Gradwell is committed to community service. He also serves on the Occupational Advisory Council for the Lehigh Career and Technical Institute. Along with his many accomplishments, Dr. Gradwell has lectured nationally on the periodontal treatment Arestin. From 2003 to 2005, Dr. Gradwell lectured for OraPharma, Johnson & Johnson on the use of local delivery antibiotics called Arestin. He provided detailed information on Arestin to dentists in the Midwest, as well as local educational programs. Teaching is a fundamental love of Dr. Gradwell's. He is on staff at the Lehigh Valley Hospital where he volunteers one day a month working with the dental residents in the dental clinic. He also is a part of the teaching team for the dental residents, which involves lecturing several times a year. Some of his accomplishments include: Chairman of the DESERV Program – providing dental care for underprivileged children Recipient of the "Teacher of the Year Award" from the Lehigh Valley Hospital Dental Residency Program Recipient of the "Man of the Year" award from Community Service for Children Named Alumni of the Year from Albright College in 1991