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Sun City, Arizona, next to Phoenix Arizona is home to LVI cosmetic dentist Dr. Jerry Burns who is fast becoming one of the most highly sought after cosmetic dentists in the United States. Cosmetic dentistry has really taken root in today’s society and Phoenix and Scottsdale Arizona have evolved into a hotbed of the country’s most talented cosmetic dentists. Although many dentists can perform some form of cosmetic dentistry, there are few who can be considered truly gifted cosmetic dentists. In addition to being one of Phoenix, Sun City and Scottsdale Arizona s most sought after cosmetic dentists, LVI dentist Dr. Jerry Burns is also a gifted neuromuscular dentist. Unlike cosmetic dentistry, neuromuscular dentistry involves the function of jaw muscles and bite in order to relieve clicking and jaw pain many people are born with or develop over the years. Dr. Burns is one of the most highly regarded cosmetic dentists in the country and is also a general dentist and provides full general dentist services to his patients. The Las Vegas Institute, also know as LVI is arguably the most highly regarded continuing education and cosmetic dentistry dental schools in the world. LVI produces some of the most renowned cosmetic dentists today, and Dr. Burns has completed perhaps more coursework from LVI than any other dentist. In addition to learning his cosmetic dentistry techniques as an LVI dentist he also received his neuromuscular dentistry education at LVI with a few talented other Scottsdale, Phoenix and Sun City, Arizona LVI dentists. So if you are looking for one of the best cosmetic dentists, neuromuscular dentists or general dentists in Scottsdale, Phoenix, Sun City or the entire United States for that matter, cosmetic dentist Dr. Jerry Burns is ready to serve you.

Phoenix Cosmetic Dentist in Sun City
If you are in Phoenix Arizona, and need of cosmetic dentistry such as Veneers, Laser Therapy, Laser Teeth Whitening, Smile Makeovers, Invisalign and Anxiety-Free Dentistry, then consider speaking with Dr. Jerry Burns. He’s a recognized expert in the field cosmetic dentistry, and has taken every step to stay on the leading edge of new dental technology.
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Sun City Dentist
Do you need to find a dentist, or cosmetic dentist in Scottsdale, Phoenix, Peoria or Glendale Arizona? Dr. Jerry Burns is LVI certified, and is a leader in advanced cosmetic and general dentistry.  Dr. Jerry Burns specializes in Oral Cancer Screening, Periodical Disease, Neuromuscular, Digital Xrays, Common Drug Interactions, Laser Therapy, Laser Teeth Whitening, Smile Makeovers, Invisalign and Anxiety-Free Dentistry.
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Cosmetic Dentist

This is a discipline within dentistry in which the primary focus is the modification of appearance of a patient's oral cavity and surrounding structures, rather than the prevention and treatment of organic, structural, or functional oral disease. Through cosmetic dentistry, the appearance of the mouth can be altered to more closely match the patient's subjective concept of what is visually pleasing.
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Oral Cancer Screening  
Most people are surprised to learn that one American dies every hour from oral cancer; a death rate that has remained virtually unchanged for more than 40 years. In fact, recent statistics published by the American Cancer Society indicate that while the incidence and death rates for cancers overall has decreased, the incidence of oral cancer has increased by 5.5% and the death rate has increased by 1.5%  Oral cancer is any cancerous tissue growth located in the mouth. It may arise as a primary lesion originating in any of the oral tissues, by metastasis from a distant site of origin, or by extension from a neighboring anatomic structure, such as the nasal cavity or the maxillary sinus. Oral cancers may originate in any of the tissues of the mouth, and may be of varied histologic types: adenocarcinoma derived from a major or minor salivary gland, lymphoma from tonsillar or other lymphoid tissue, or melanoma from the pigment producing cells of the oral mucosa. Far and away the most common oral cancer is squamous cell carcinoma, originating in the tissues that line the mouth and lips. Oral or mouth cancer most commonly involves the tissue of the lips or the tongue. It may also occur on the floor of the mouth, cheek lining, gingiva (gums), or palate (roof of the mouth). Most oral cancers look very similar under the microscope and are called squamous cell carcinoma. These are malignant and tend to spread rapidly.
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Periodical Disease
Often undiagnosed, the majority of Americans suffer from some form of periodontal (gum) disease. Although mouth-borne, this disease affects organs throughout your body and is now being linked to such disorders as low birth-weight babies, heart attack, stroke and diabetes. Traditionally fought with painful “deep scaling,” the newest Laser Therapy technology at Burns Dentistry means you may never have to see scraping instruments again. Always on the leading edge of providing the finest dental care for their patients, Burns Dentistry recently became one of the few Valley dental offices to provide this state-of-the-art technology.
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Digital Xrays
Recent studies indicate that radiation buildup throughout your lifetime could be more detrimental to your health than what was once believed. And common sense tells us that unless it is medically necessary, less radiation is better. Years ahead of most dental practices, Burns Dentistry switched to the much safer Digital X-Ray system as soon as the technology was available.

Digital radiography is currently practiced through the use of three commercial approaches, two of which also depend on phosphor screens. The first phosphor based approach is to digitize the signal from a video camera that is optically coupled to an x-ray image intensifier to provide an instant readout
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Laser Teeth Whitening
If you want your teeth whitened fast, then Laser Teeth Whitening is for you.  Using a laser and a whitening gel, this is an effective in-office bleaching system.  The translucent bleaching gel is applied to the teeth and a laser light is used to activate the crystals to absorb the energy from the light and penetrate the teeth enamel to increase the lightening effect on the teeth. Most procedures can be done in about an hour.  A key advantage is that only one visit is usually all it takes for a bright smile.
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Anxiety Free Dentistry
Studies show that 30% of us are afraid to go to the dentist. Many will go, but reluctantly. Others will only go when they’re in pain. And some simply won’t go at all, seriously jeopardizing their health. Technically, it’s a condition called “dentophobia.” 

Now there’s a way for the rest of us to fearlessly visit the dentist!  We call it Anxiety-Free Dentistry™ at Burn’s Aesthetic and General Dentistry. We provide you with a gentle, relaxing, and comfortable experience while you are receiving state of the art care. Come and experience this whole new approach to dentistry and you’ll be smiling the whole way home!   Dr. Jerry Burns specializes in Oral Cancer Screening, Periodical Disease, Neuromuscular, Digital Xrays, Common Drug Interactions, Laser Therapy, Laser Teeth Whitening, Smile Makeovers, Invisalign and Anxiety-Free Dentistry.
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Invisalign
Invisalign is a new breakthrough technology that lets you have the smile you've always wanted — without the hassle of braces. It straightens your teeth with a series of clear, virtually invisible custom-molded aligners. This system has proven extremely effective. It’s like having Invisible Braces.  Clinical studies have shown that your gum health can improve with the use of Invisalign during orthodontic treatment. Properly aligned teeth can help gums "fit" tighter around each tooth, which can lead to healthier gums. With Invisalign, you can brush and floss normally, which can help prevent tooth decay and gum disease.  As Invisalign invisibly straightens your teeth, it can also do amazing things for the health of your mouth.
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Invisible Braces
Invisalign, also referred to as Invisible Braces, are a new breakthrough technology that lets you have the smile you've always wanted — without the hassle of braces. It straightens your teeth with a series of clear, virtually invisible custom-molded aligners. This system has proven extremely effective. It’s like having Invisible Braces.  As Invisalign invisibly straightens your teeth, it can also do amazing things for the health of your mouth.
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Neuromuscular
This is a form of dentistry that focuses on correcting misalignment of the jaw at the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). While conventional dentistry primarily concentrates on the teeth, gums, and bones, neuromuscular dentistry attempts to solve the root of the misalignment problem(s) by understanding the soft tissues, muscles, and nerves.  Neuromuscular dentistry uses computer modeling of the patient's jaw movements and sonography of the TMJ to check for the extent of joint damage. Surface EMG's are used to verify pre-treatment conditions and if true rest is obtained by TENS. TENS (ultra-low frequency transcutaneous electrical neural stimulation) is used to locate "physiological rest" of the jaw muscles.
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Veneers
In dentistry, a veneer is a thin layer of restorative material placed over a tooth surface, either to improve the aesthetics of a tooth, or to protect a damaged tooth surface. There are two types of material used in a veneer, composite and porcelain. A composite veneer may be directly placed (built-up in the mouth), or indirectly fabricated by a dental technician in a dental laboratory, and later bonded to the tooth, typically using a resin cement such as Panavia. In contrast, a porcelain veneer may only be indirectly fabricated.
The advantages of using a veneer to restore a tooth are many. Very good aesthetics can be obtained, with minimal tooth preparation. Normally a reduction of around 0.5 mm is required for a porcelain veneer on a labial tooth surface. Composite veneers are becoming more popular as they are easy to repair, and porcelain veneers have a tendency to fracture. It can be very difficult to match the shade of an individual veneer to the remaining teeth, hence the tendency to place several veneers.
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LVI (Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies)
Located in Las Vegas, Nevada the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies (LVI) is a private post-doctorate dental institution dedicated to the further education of dental professionals.  Since its inception, LVI has become a globally-renowned institute. Worldwide, over 3,000 dentists have been trained at LVI. LVI focuses on cosmetic dental techniques, especially ones that are not taught in dental school.  The objective for LVI Global is to be the preeminent international institution for the advancement and integration of the dental profession and the dental industry. www.lvilive.com.
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Smile Makeover & Dental Makeover

Aesthetic dentistry reaches beyond simple cosmetic dentistry practiced by general dentists. Aesthetic dentistry considers all aspects of the teeth, surrounding structures and facial features, blending facial form, function, contour and color. It takes a multilateral approach to achieve a healthy, "perfect smile," incorporating artistic talent with the latest advancements in technology, technique, and material. The aesthetic dentist must possess strong artistic and technical skills, experience, and extensive training far beyond that of general dentistry. However, to truly achieve the life-altering success most of his clients are seeking, he must listen. He needs to truly know his client before beginning work which has the power of altering both the psyche and persona of an individual.
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Dr. Jerry Burns
DR. Burns is an Arizona cosmetic dentist who is fast becoming known as one of the finest cosmetic (aesthetic) dentists and general dentists in the country. A true artisan, Dr. Burns masterfully combines the finest in state-of-the-art dental technology, with an unparalleled artistic talent. He knows that a beautiful smile does not necessarily mean a healthy mouth. Going beyond cosmetic dentistry, Dr. Burns believes in conserving as much of your natural tooth as possible and works with you to make your mouth as healthy as it can be. Dr. Burns also carries an amazing five times the amount of continuing education credits required by the state of Arizona. Most of these credits he receives from the world renowned LVI, Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies, so you know he is on the leading edge of the latest dental breakthroughs.
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Sun City Cosmetic Dentist
For cosmetic dentistry in Sun City Arizona such as Veneers, Laser Therapy, Laser Teeth Whitening, Smile Makeovers, Invisalign and Anxiety-Free Dentistry, then consider speaking with Dr. Jerry Burns. He’s a recognized expert in the field cosmetic dentistry, and has taken every step to stay on the leading edge of new dental technology.
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Arizona Cosmetic Dentist
Do you need to find a dentist or cosmetic dentist in Young Town, Sun City, Sun City West, Anthem, Phoenix, Peoria or Glendale Arizona? Dr. Jerry Burns is LVI certified, and is a leader in advanced cosmetic and general dentistry.  Dr. Jerry Burns specializes in Oral Cancer Screening, Periodical Disease, Neuromuscular, Digital Xrays, Common Drug Interactions, Laser Therapy, Laser Teeth Whitening, Smile Makeovers, Invisalign and Anxiety-Free Dentistry.
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Periodontal Disease

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Often undiagnosed, the majority of Americans suffer from some form of periodontal (gum) disease. Although mouth-borne, this disease affects organs throughout your body and is now being linked to such disorders as low birth-weight babies, heart attack, stroke and diabetes. Traditionally fought with painful “deep scaling,” the newest Laser Therapy technology at Burns Dentistry means you may never have to see scraping instruments again. Always on the leading edge of providing the finest dental care for their patients, Burns Dentistry recently became one of the few Valley dental offices to provide this state-of-the-art technology.

A flexible optical fiber is used to emit laser energy to destroy bacteria, remove infection and eliminate bleeding. Some of our patients are already experiencing how great the benefits of Laser Therapy can be. Most report feeling nothing more than the touch of the instrument and an occasional slight sensation of warmth. However, the patient comment heard most often is that they love the fact that anesthetic is no longer necessary.

Normal scaling or cleaning leaves the pocket clean and bacteria free for 12-24 hours. However, the laser creates a medium where the pocket can stay bacteria free for up to 60 days! This gives the body plenty of time to heal.


The Stages of Periodontal Disease

Stage 1- Healthy Gums
Healthy gums are characterized by the following features:

  • pink color, (normal variations in color depend on race and complexion)
  • firm, resilient tissues
  • shape that follows the contour of the teeth and forms a scalloped edge
  • no areas of redness, swelling or inflammation
  • no bleeding during daily brushing and plaque removal
  • no discomfort


Burns General & Cosmetic Dentistry, Phoenix ArizonaStage 2- Gingivitis

Bacterial plaque collects on the teeth at the gum line. Eventually the gums become red and inflamed. As the inflamation  progres, the gums  become red, puffy and bleed easily. 


Burns General & Cosmetic Dentistry, Phoenix ArizonaStage 3- Early Periodontitis  

If the inflammation continues for a long period of time, the gums will eventually pull away from the teeth forming a deep pocket or gum crevice. These pockets become filled with bacterial plaque and hard deposits, and bone is lost. The infection at this stage, is usually painless although pus may be present. The bone is damaged and begins to deteriorate. 


Burns General & Cosmetic Dentistry, Phoenix ArizonaStage 4- Moderate Periodontitis

Over time, the infection spreads and becomes more severe. This process results in bone loss, the teeth shift and start to become loose.


Burns General & Cosmetic Dentistry, Phoenix ArizonaStage 5- Advanced Periodontitis

Advanced gum disease is one of the leading causes of tooth loss in adults. Bone loss is severe and there are gum abscesses. The infection is severe and painful. 

 

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