The experience behind your care
Education &
innovation.
Get to know Dr. Jay Burton’s work in university teaching and professional education. His published work shares practical experience with the technology used in orthodontics.
University teaching
Helping educate future orthodontists.
University teaching connects experience in practice with the training of future orthodontists. Dr. Burton’s academic role is one way he contributes to the profession.
Part-time faculty · Assistant professor
Dr. Jay Burton is listed as an assistant professor among the part-time faculty in UTHSC’s Department of Orthodontics. This academic role connects his work in private practice with the education of future orthodontists.
Professional contributions
Sharing experience with the profession.
Explore published examples of Dr. Burton’s work with dental technology companies, from practice case studies to educational programs.
Featured work & education · 2020–2021
Formlabs
Formlabs featured SmileMaker’s use of in-house 3D printing for orthodontic models in a 2020 case study. Dr. Burton also shared his experience bringing aligner production into the practice in a Formlabs-sponsored webinar listed by Orthodontic Practice US in 2021.
Education & published work · 2017–2024
Planmeca
Planmeca identified Dr. Burton as a key opinion leader in its 2017 feature on digital dentistry. Its 2020 education series also lists him as a speaker on orthodontic evaluation and 2D and 3D imaging. Planmeca’s AAO 2024 social post names him at the conference.
Technology we use.
Our clear aligner options include uLab and SureSmile at our East Nashville and Hendersonville offices. Your consultation is a chance to discuss which approach fits your teeth, bite and goals.
Clear aligner technology used at SmileMaker
uLab Systems
uLab is available at both SmileMaker locations. Our use of uLab for in-house aligner production also appears in a 2022 industry customer story.
Clear aligner technology used at SmileMaker
SureSmile
SureSmile is available at both SmileMaker locations. Dr. Burton can discuss whether clear aligners fit your individual treatment needs.
SmileMaker Orthodontics
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Let’s talk about your smile.
Meet our team in East Nashville or Hendersonville to discuss your treatment options and what matters most to you.