Meet Dr. Burzin
Dr. Burzin enjoys working with children and adults of all ages and seeing their faces and excitement when treatment is complete. Dr. Burzin considers it a privilege to be trusted with his patients’ oral health and believes that the work he does truly makes a difference in his patients’ lives. It is Dr. Burzin’s goal each day to improve his patients’ oral health and give them a great smile that enhances their confidence and self-esteem for a lifetime.
Education and Experience
Dr. Burzin attended the City University of New York at Brooklyn College. After receiving his Bachelor of Science, Summa cum Laude in Biology in 1985, Dr. Burzin attended Stony Brook's School of Dental Medicine in Long Island, NY. He received his Doctorate of Dental Surgery, with honors, in 1989 and was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honorary Dental Society. Dr. Burzin received his orthodontic training at the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine in Farmington, CT. In conjunction with his orthodontic training at the University of Connecticut, Dr. Burzin studied at the University of Aarhus Royal Dental College in Denmark in 1990. To stay current with all the new orthodontic technologies, Dr. Burzin attends many continuing education classes yearly through his numerous professional affiliations.
Dr. Burzin began his practice of orthodontics in Stamford, CT in 1991. He joined Child and Adult Orthodontics on the Shoreline in 1993. His peers have voted him one of the Top Orthodontists in the State according to Connecticut Magazine.
Professional Affiliations
- American Association of Orthodontists
- American Dental Association
- Northeast Society of Orthodontists
- Connecticut State Society of Orthodontists
- Connecticut State Dental Association
- Shoreline Dental Society, Past President
- River Valley Study Club
- Seattle Study Club
- University of Connecticut Orthodontic Alumni Association
- Member of Yale Orthognathic Surgery/Orthodontic Monthly Conference
Outside the Office
Dr. Burzin was born in New York City and has lived in Ivoryton since 1995 with his wife, three daughters, and two dogs. He enjoys spending time with his family and playing sports such as golf, basketball, and tennis. Dr. Burzin is also involved with various civic and community organizations. He has served on the Essex Board of Education and has been an active member of the Essex Lions Club for over fifteen years. Dr. Burzin believes it is extremely important to work towards the betterment of his community and help those in need.
