About Our Doctors
Robert L. Friess, DMDMy interest in dentistry first began when I was a teenager in braces. I thought it was a fascinating thing how that dentist could change my crooked teeth into the straight smile I still have today. As I got into college, I had the opportunity to speak with some dental professionals at the dental school and those conversations led me to change my major from engineering and architecture to dentistry, and I've never looked back. I was excited that I could combine my love for design and engineering with my love for people into one great career.
I completed my undergraduate studies at Portland State University, and then received my dental degree from OHSU Dental School in 1976. I have furthered my dental education and skills with post-graduate studies in Orthodontics, Cosmetic Dentistry, Implantology, and Oral Conscious Sedation, to name a few. After graduation, I settled with my wife and family in Salem, where I was born and raised. I have been practicing in the Salem area ever since.
I continue to love dentistry because it gives me the opportunity to interact daily with so many wonderful people. I am committed to making every dental visit pleasant and relaxing for you and your family. There is nothing more exciting to me than to see my patients pain free and smiling with confidence. I take great satisfaction knowing that I can contribute even in a small way to make a positive difference in a person's life.
In my spare time, I love spending time in the outdoors landscaping and camping with our family at Camp Sherman. My wife, Sharon, and I have 5 sons, 1 daughter, and 12 wonderful grandchildren, who are the love of my life.
