ABOUT USOur Story
Burns Family Dentistry is independent and locally owned and operated. My father started his family dental practice in 1976. He taught me to do dentistry that would last for generations. Over the years we have grown and kept to the forefront of the dental technology revolution. Now we can offer high-quality dentistry that is more convenient, comfortable, and more durable than past treatments.
We moved the practice into the digital age in 2005 by introducing CAD/CAM computer-assisted crowns and onlays with CEREC 3D. We have kept up with the rapid changes in CAD/CAM dentistry and use PrimeScan from Dentsply Sirona, one of the most precise and fastest scanners on the market. In 2002, we were one of the first dental offices in the country to begin using Invisalign (computer-generated clear braces) and now have extensive experience with other clear aligner systems, such as SureSmile. We continued modernization in 2011, by using digital x-ray imaging and purchased our own CBCT, (Cone Beam Computer Tomography), which is the standard of care for implant treatment planning. We have now introduced the first dental CO2 laser, by Solea, as well as the Prime Print 3D printer from Dentsply Sirona. The 3D printer will allow us to fabricate and design our own nightguards, whitening trays, temporaries, surgical guides and over dentures. The possibilities will only continue to grow.
Our office has a professional hygiene department that will educate you and provide the tools you need to maintain your dental and overall health. While we focus on prevention, we can handle any dental issue here in our office. Whether it is root canals, implants, veneers, or cosmetic fillings, we do it all for you. As you search for your dentist, we want to welcome you to visit and tour Burns Family Dentistry. Call us today, it will be among your wiser decisions.
~Dr. Preston Burns, III
DR. PRESTON BURNS, IIILearn more about our dentists
Dr. G. Preston Burns, III, was born in Virginia and grew up in Stafford County. After graduating from Stafford Senior High School he went on to earn a Bachelor of Science in biology from James Madison University
Following in his father’s footsteps, he was accepted early into the MCV Dental School at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond. He graduated Magna Cum Laude in 1999 and returned to Fredericksburg to join the practice with his father. He received his training for intravenous conscious sedation from the American Society for the Advancement of Anesthesia in Dentistry at St. Joseph’s Medical Center, and he is one of a few general dentists in the State to hold an IV Sedation Permit. He has advanced training in bone grafting and implants and is one of a small percentage of doctors to hold Diplomate status within the International Dental Implant Association (IDIA)
Dr. Preston Burns moved the practice into the digital age in 2005 by introducing CAD/CAM computer-assisted crowns and onlays with CEREC 3D. He has kept up with the rapid changes in CAD/CAM dentistry and uses PrimeScan from Dentsply Sirona, one of the most precise and fastest scanner on the market. In 2002, he was one of the first dentists in the country to begin using Invisalign (computer-generated clear braces) and now has extensive experience with other clear aligner systems, such as SureSmile. Keeping the practice modern, in 2011 he began using digital x-ray imaging and purchased our own CBCT, (Cone Beam Computer Tomography), which is the standard of care for implant treatment planning. He has now introduced the first dental CO2 laser, by Solea, to move our practice into the future.
Dr. Burns has been an active member of the dental community with memberships in the ADA, VDA, AGD, IDIA, VADIVS, the RVDS and the local Seattle Study Club. He served as President or Vice President of the Rappahannock Valley Dental Society (RVDS) for ten years. He is also an officer in the Virginia Association of Dentists for Intravenous Sedation (VADIVS). He has given his time to the community by volunteering his services at the Moss Free Clinic in Fredericksburg and has been on many mission trips placing implants, extracting teeth and doing complex bone grafting with the Fundacion Dr Garg in the Dominican Republic.
Dr. Burns acquired ownership of his father’s practice in October 2011 and took on the new practice name of Burns Family Dentistry, PC. In his spare time he enjoys nature, traveling, photography, paddle boarding and spending time with family. He resides in Stafford with his wife, Sandy, and their two young daughters.
Quick Facts About Dr. Burns
- Known as “Dr. Preston” by his patients
- Stafford Senior High School graduate
- JMU and VCU Dental alumni
- IV Conscious Sedation Permit holder
- Diplomate status in the International Dental Implant Association (IDIA)
- Active in ADA, VDA, AGD, RVDS, IDIA, RVDS and the local Seattle Study Club
- Proud husband and father of two children
Dr. Jason KarnsDr. Jason Karns
Dr. Jason Karns was born in Maryland and grew up in New Jersey. He studied Chemistry at Drew University in Madison, NJ. After several years as a research chemist in the pharmaceutical industry, Dr. Karns decided to try something new and turned his attention toward dentistry. He attended the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey.
While in dental school, Dr. Karns decided to serve our country and was awarded a commission into the United States Navy. Upon graduation he completed a program for Advanced Education in General Dentistry at Parris Island, South Carolina, before boarding the USS John F. Kennedy aircraft carrier. Dr. Karns is a veteran of Operation Enduring Freedom. Upon his exit from the Navy, Dr. Karns entered private practice in New Jersey before moving to Virginia several years ago.
Dr. Karns joined Burns Family Dentistry in 2019 and immediately connected with patients and staff. He appreciates the technology available at this office because he can “wave a camera around in someone’s mouth, create a 3D image and fashion a crown in about an hour without having to use the goopy stuff”. Knowing oral health is a window into your overall health, Dr. Karns finds satisfaction by helping patients achieve optimal oral health in order to promote optimal physical health.
Quick Facts About Dr. Karns
- Born in Maryland
- Grew up in New Jersey
- Undergrad in Chemistry
- Served in the US Navy
- Enjoys boating, fishing and playing the guitar
Dr. AlmaghrabiDr. Almaghrabi
We are pleased to welcome Dr. Bandar Almaghrabi to our practice. Dr. Almaghrabi is a dual board-certified periodontist with 10 years of experience. He earned his American board certification in 2013, followed with Canadian board certification in 2015. His long-term experience covers multiple aspects of the discipline of periodontics which include but not limited to: Conventional surgical and non-surgical periodontal therapy, aesthetic root recession coverage, bone grafting, sinus lift, implants and minimally invasive extractions We also happy to announce that he shared with us that he recently joined the fatherhood club and blessed with a baby girl along with his wife.
Dr. Almaghrabi loves to read books, play soccer, swim and hike and enjoys spending time with his baby daughter and wife.
