by Andrew Gelinas | Feb 5, 2015 | Dr. Brandon, Events, New Braunfels Community, Prevention
Defeat Monster Mouth Each year, the American Dental Association (ADA.org) sponsors National Children’s Dental Health month in February as a way to raise awareness of the importance of oral healthcare for children. Tooth decay is the number one most common...
by Andrew Gelinas | Mar 8, 2014 | Advice for Parents, Dr. Brandon, Prevention
Dr. Brandon here – I wanted to share this article from USA Today that I recently came across regarding the “epidemic” levels of childhood tooth decay our society is currently experiencing. This article is a good resource for parents wishing to better...
by Andrew Gelinas | Jan 7, 2014 | Prevention
5 Signs you need a new toothbrush: It’s indistinguishable from the one you use to clean Your bristles are bowing to your teeth instead of saluting them You’re afraid it’s going to start moving on it’s own Scientists are knocking on your...
by Andrew Gelinas | Nov 1, 2013 | Habits, Prevention
The day after Halloween is now National Brush Day! After eating all that Halloween candy, it’s even more important for kids to maintain healthy tooth brushing habits. Did you know that dental decay is the most common chronic childhood disease, affecting 16.5 million...
by Andrew Gelinas | Aug 19, 2013 | Habits, New Braunfels Community, Prevention
Back to School Dental Tips from Dr. Brandon It’s hard to believe we are already here, staring another school year right in the face. As we begin to put away our swimsuits and toobs, rip the tags off our new backpacks, and sharpen those pencils and crayons, I...
by Andrew Gelinas | Apr 29, 2013 | Dr. Brandon, FAQs, Prevention
What is Fluoride? Fluoride….what is it exactly? And why do I or my children need it? Isn’t it a poison? Is there Fluoride in my drinking water? Why does Dr. Brandon recommend it? As a pediatric dentist I get asked these questions frequently. I firmly believe...
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