Dr. Brandon Freeland is a board-certified pediatric dentist. He grew up in the Southern Tier and graduated Valedictorian from Susquehanna Valley High School. He continued his education at the University at Buffalo and graduated Magna Cum Laude from the Honors College, receiving a Bachelors Degree in Biomedical Sciences with a Minor in Pharmacology and Toxicology. He earned his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine, graduating with Cum Laude honors. Dr. Freeland completed his specialty training in pediatric dentistry at Childrens Hospital of Michigan. Dr. Freeland is very passionate about providing dental care to children and patients with special needs. Creating a positive atmosphere while maintaining optimal oral health is one of Dr. Freelands top priorities, and he is very proud to be part of a dental team that shares those values. Dr. Freeland had many visits to the dentist as a child due to a sports-related injury, so he can relate to his patients receiving dental care. His enthusiasm and friendly demeanor, combined with a sense of humor, helps ease anxiety of both patients and parents. Some of Dr. Freelands interests and hobbies outside of dentistry include photography, ice hockey, soccer, golf, running, cycling, hiking, camping, backpacking, kayaking, and hunting. He is a big advocate for physical fitness, and enjoys working out regularly. He has run in multiple Tough Mudders and competed in Michigans M22 Challenge (triathlon) three times. Dr. Freeland is glad to be in the Greater Binghamton area to serve the community.
Dr. Slavik was born and raised in the southern part of Russia near the Black Sea. It is one of the very few areas of the country with warm summers, mild winters, and a very culturally/ethnically diverse population. During his childhood, he enjoyed spending time with his older brother, cousins, and often spent summers with his grandmother at her country home. After high school, he was accepted into the State University of Medicine and Dentistry, in Russia for dental education.
In dental school, Dr. Slavik completed a comprehensive medical and dental education. Dr.Slavik began to find that he especially enjoyed spending time in the pediatric dental department, which was the beginning of his journey to becoming a pediatric dental specialist. After graduating from his dental school in Russia, he moved to the United States to further his education.
Dr. Slavik applied and was accepted to the New York University College of Dentistry Advanced Standing Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) program for internationally trained dentists seeking to practice dentistry in the US. After obtaining his second dental degree through NYU,
Dr. Slavik sought to become a Pediatric Dentist. He applied and was accepted to the residency specialty training at NYU Langone Hospitals. This two-year training solely focused on providing care for infants and children through adolescence, including those with special health needs.
Dr.Slavik loves working with children and their families! He always enjoys learning from his patients and especially focuses on making their dental visit a fun experience. With the support of his awesome team, Dr. Slavik uses compassion and empathy to help children get over their dental fears and anxiety.