Born in Chicago, Dr. Burke received his doctorate of dental medicine from the University of Florida college of dentistry where he fell in love with the Florida Gators and the east coast Florida way of life.
Committed to his craft, Dr. Burke invests much of his free time completing the most impactful dental education courses. He feels that is the best way to provide the right treatment options for our patients. His enthusiasm for continuing education earned him his nickname — “Dental Dave.”
Dr. Burke’s enthusiasm for continuing education inspired him to achieve Fellowship status from the International Congress of Oral Implantologists and an associate member of the American Society of Implant and Reconstructive Dentistry.
Dr. Burke has always been driven and committed to providing pain-free, quality dentistry that transforms lives, one smile at a time. He has completed extensive specialized training in a wide-range of comprehensive dental services. Some of which include:
Dr. Burke loves to spend time with his beautiful wife, Hali and wrestling with his son, Leo and dog, Kona. When he’s not practicing dentistry, he enjoys fishing, watching football, and most importantly, making people feel good through laughter and smiles.
What I love most about dentistry is the chance to help others gain confidence through achieving a beautiful and healthy smile. I cherish the long lasting friendships I make along the way. I am proud to be part of a team that is dedicated to giving their very best to everyone they encounter. Seeing our patients leave our office with a smile and a warm feeling about their experience motivates me to always strive for excellence. Outside the office, I enjoy planning family events and vacations with my husband. We love spending time by the ocean and tackling home projects. There is always something to do at home and with family.
I was introduced to dentistry at a very young age as my mom was an office manager for most of my life. Growing up, I have many memories of summer days helping at her office. I believed that helped me to pursue my own career in the dental field. Having various roles throughout the years has helped me appreciate all the different aspects of dentistry and patient care. I love welcoming patients with a smile and positive attitude. I love working for an office that prioritizes patient comfortability and modern technology. Most importantly, I believe in Dr. Burke and the work our team members put forth in providing ethical and exceptional dentistry. When I am out of the office, you can find me with my Husband and young daughter at the beach, hanging by the pool, or getting together with family and friends.
What I love most about being a dental hygienist are the connections I form with patients, educating them on the importance of their oral health, and providing a comfortable atmosphere during treatment. When Im not doing dentistry I love spending time with my fiance and family; mostly weekends, we’re usually hosting a craft night or planning our next vacation. In my downtime, I like connecting with my Caribbean-Indian and English heritage (by watching Derry Girls).
I grew up in Jensen Beach and earned my Dental Hygiene degree from Indian River State College. Currently I’m a member of the IRSC Dental Advisory Board and enjoy volunteering at my Alma Mater. I earned my Bachelor’s degree from St. Petersburg College and my Masters degree from the University of Tennessee in 2017. I always strive to make my patients comfortable and ensure that they have an enjoyable dental visit! I’m very passionate about helping people understand the importance of their oral health. My goal is to keep our patients happy and healthy while educating them on how to keep their teeth for a lifetime. I take great pride in being a GENTLE hygienist. Outside of dentistry, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, offshore fishing, and I love to travel.
I have been around the dental industry my whole life and have worked in the field almost 25 years. I became a dental hygienist in New York in 2005. I relocated to Jensen Beach, Florida in 2020 and took some time off to spend with her family in their new home. During that time I became a patient of Dr. Burke’s. Soon after, I got my dental hygiene license renewed here in Florida and it was a perfect match for me to continue my dental career here at Fresh Family. I love to make personal connections with my patients and teach them about the importance of oral health. When I’m not in the office I’m spending time with my husband Dan, son James and our Goldendoodle Boomer. I love to travel, shop and cook for my friends and family!
I love dentistry because of the impact it can have on an individual’s confidence. I’ve been a dental assistant for seven years and opened up Dr. Burke’s office with him on day one. I’m currently going to school to pursue my hygiene degree and look forward to helping create more smiles every day. When I’m not doing dentistry I love to go to the beach and spend time with my daughter. I also love music.
I love Dentistry because I love helping & making people feel safe and better about their smile. I tell everyone they have beautiful teeth and just need some TLC-tender loving and care. In my downtime I love hanging out with my best friends! I love exercising, working on my health, painting, and face-timing with my family because nothing is more important than family and surrounding myself with love!