Dr. Dustin Burleson is board certified by the American Board of Orthodontics and has been in private practice since 2006. He completed both his dental degree and his residency in orthodontics from the University of Missouri Kansas City School of Dentistry. He later earned his Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Management from New Charter University.

Dr. Burleson uses his specialty aes training to help patients with cleft palate at Saint Luke’s and Children’s Mercy Hospitals. He is the Director of the Leo H. Rheam Foundation for Cleft and Craniofacial Orthodontics. Dr. Burleson is a proud supporter of the Smiles Change Lives organization and provides free orthodontic care to children in need through this community orthodontic program.

Dr. Burleson is a husband and father of three. When he’s not in the office creating beautiful, healthy smiles, he enjoys outdoor activities like cycling, golfing, and sailing.