During the past 30 years as a practicing dentist, Dr. Bursich has continued to study the latest dental developments and techniques, ensuring that the care that he gives to his patients reflects both his years of experience and the state-of-the-art technology and treatment options. Dr. Bursich has continued to sharpen his skills in all forms of dentistry. He has completed training in modern root canal therapies making his endodontic procedures faster and more predictable. Dr. Bursich has also completed advanced training to place Dental Implants.

Dr. Bursich was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in 1953. He graduated from Hampton Senior High School in 1971, and attended Duquesne University Pharmacy School. As a participant in the Thrifty Drug Student Aid program, Dr. Bursich spent each summer working in a different store and learning every facet of running a pharmacy.

After three years of successfully managing pharmacies, Dr. Bursich decided to enroll in Dental School, entering University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry. After a residency program in Montefiore Hospital in Pittsburgh he opened his practice in Pennsylvania in March 1984.

The most important service that I provide patients is that of taking a patient from some degree of dental distress, and helping them get healthy and functional. By helping them to overcome fear of pain and financial discomfort, I am able to help patients overcome years of neglect and suffering. I can restore their self-confidence and self-respect. We form a great team with our patients.

Dr. Bursich has been married to his wife, Sharon, for 38 years. They have two married daughters, Nicole and Stefanie, and five grandchildren. Dr. Bursichs personal interests outside of dentistry are his family, Pittsburgh sports teams, and golfing.

Dr. Bursich is known for his relaxed, calm approach to helping his patients, even those who have been fearful of the dentist, or who have avoided getting dental care. His caring team of professionals will make sure that you are comfortable, and that you are cared for quickly and painlessly.

Dr. Nguyen grew up in Warren, New Jersey. He attended the University of Pittsburgh where he received his bachelors degree in neuroscience. Dr. Nguyen then went to Philadelphia and earned his Doctorate of Dental Medicine degree at the University of Pennsylvania.

To continue his dental training, Dr. Nguyen completed his residency and treated military veterans at the Washington DC VA Medical Center. During his residency he gained experience performing surgical extractions and root canals, placing and restoring implants, treating medically complex patients, and fabricating dentures. Dr. Nguyen is also trained in Invisalign and is committed to providing his patients the best care.

Dr. Nguyens main goal is to care for his patients like family. He treats all his patients with compassion and the utmost respect. He will go above and beyond to do whats best for his patients oral and overall health. Furthermore, he is dedicated to staying up-to-date on the newest dental techniques and technology by pursuing continuing education courses.

In his free time, Dr. Nguyen loves to watch and play all types of sports. You can always find him cheering on his favorite New York sports teams. Lastly, he has a crazy cat named Nacho that brings a lot of excitement to his life!

Youve brushed with whitening toothpaste. Youve used whitening mouthwash. Youve applied over-the-counter whitening treatments. Your smile, however, isnt changing. Your teeth remain the same color they always have. Why? Teeth whitening treatment isnt necessarily a quick-fix when you attempt to do it yourself. A professional in-office teeth whitening, however, can change your appearance in as little as one hour.

It should come as no surprise that professional teeth whitening is one of the most popular cosmetic dentistry procedures. No matter what generation or demographic you belong to, teeth whitening treatment is an option. Young and old alike, white-collar professionals and blue-collar workers, college students, and retireesall groups have the option to achieve a whiter smile. Teeth whitening conducted by your Burke dentist is one of the easiest, fastest, and most effective cosmetic dentistry treatments available.

Plus, patients dont need to have flawless teeth to qualify for a whitening treatment. Even if your teeth are crooked, overlap in spots, or are gapped, they deserve to be white just like anyone elses teeth. In fact, teeth whitening treatments are responsible for helping make dental flaws recede. Its easy to overlook imperfections when teeth are white, clean, and stunning.

The foundation of your smile, however, is the major indicator of whether your dentist will green-light you for teeth whitening. Your teeth and gums must be healthy and strong before any cosmetic dentistry treatments will be carried out. If you show any signs of tooth decay or periodontal disease, these problems will need to be addressed before teeth whitening can take place.

Professional teeth whitening is a non-invasive cosmetic dentistry treatment that is more effective than any over-the-counter teeth whitening treatment. But there is one big element that will impact whether teeth whitening will work for your smile the type of tooth stains or discoloration you have.

Perhaps a long-term smoking habit has stained your teeth, maybe a medication has caused discoloration, or you may be quite attached to your all-day coffee or soda sipping. Any of these factors can lead to tooth stains. The question is, what can be eliminated, and what cannot?

Extrinsic tooth stains can be blasted away by the bleaching strength of professional teeth whitening. If you have stains that are living on the surface of your teeth, these have typically been caused by what you eat and drink. Its not necessarily the foods you ingest that are causing the stains, but the acids within the foods that are eating away at your tooth enamel. This erosion of the enamel leaves teeth vulnerable to every little stain, plaque, tartar, and bacteria. If you dont maintain good oral hygiene at home and keep up with preventive care by visiting your dentist twice a year for professional cleanings and exams, discoloration will find a place to live and stick around until you do something major to eliminate it.

Intrinsic tooth stains are a different story. Some people simply have DNA that gives them yellowish-looking teeth, usually caused by thin tooth enamel that allows the dentin of the tooth to show through. Enamel can also thin as you age, and there is no rejuvenating tooth enamel at that point, there is only covering it up. In these cases, teeth whitening wont make a dent in your appearance, but cosmetic dentistry treatments like porcelain veneers can.

Over-the-counter teeth whitening treatments promise miracles. Perhaps whitening strips lighten teeth, but the repair is temporary. There are also users who want even whiter teeth so they may choose to ignore the usage directions on whitening products which can lead to gum irritation and uneven whitening.

There are also natural teeth whitening methods like strawberry pulp or charcoal which claim to whiten teeth without chemicals. These fixes are also temporary. While the abrasive methods may scrub away some surface stains, they will not dig deep and permanently break down stain molecules. Natural methods may even leave enamel compromised and more susceptible to staining. Professional whitening treatments require hydrogen peroxide and carbamide peroxide to effectively alter the appearance of a persons tooth enamel.

You want your teeth whitening treatment to whiten and brighten your smile. The benefits of a carefully conducted professional teeth whitening treatment can also make you look younger, happier, and healthier. Youll be more likely to smile and speak up when youre confident about the teeth youre revealing.

A versatile restorative dentistry solution, porcelain crowns are the go-to repair for many oral health problems. Damaged teeth can be covered up with a customized porcelain crown, which is fitted and bonded in place by one of the experienced dentists at Kings Park Dental Center in Burke, VA.

Damaged teeth are uncomfortable and make it difficult to chew, and they dont look very nice either. If there is one sure thing that can make you self-conscious, its a broken or unsightly tooth. Porcelain crowns are used to repair, correct, restore, protect, or cover teeth with problems such as:

There are several types of materials used to make tooth crowns. What your crown is made of will depend on the materials your dentist favors, the condition of your tooth, any metal allergies you have, your aesthetic wishes, and the material that is best for your oral health. Common types of tooth crowns include:

Porcelain crowns are used most often used to repair the structure of a damaged tooth. But crowns also serve as a great solution for replacing old dental work. Amalgam fillings can expand and cause teeth to crack over time. If a tooth has a large cavity or needs a significant filling, a crown can be used instead.

Old restorative dentistry solutions even the most secure can need a replacement after decades of use. New porcelain crowns make an attractive repair. Patients who undergo root canal therapy typically need a porcelain crown to cover their problem tooth and seal the repair in place.

And finally, crowns are usually used in conjunction with a fixed dental bridge. The crowns serve as anchors on either side of the bridge to hold it in place and take the place of a missing tooth or teeth.

Allow your porcelain crown repair to do the work of your natural teeth in both form, function, and appearance. Contact Drs. Bursich or Fassnacht at Kings Park Dental Center in Burke, VA, to discuss porcelain crowns and other restorative dentistry solutions.