Career and Contributions to Orthodontics
- Dr. Charles J. Burstone was chairman of Indiana School of Orthodontics in 1961.
- In 1970, he created the Orthodontic Department at the University of Connecticut and served as its head until 1992.
- He was appointed Professor Emeritus in the Orthodontic Department in 1994.
- Dr. Burstone published his first paper in the Journal of Dental Research in 1959.
- In 1961, he introduced the photographic occlusogram.
- He developed the segmental Intrusion arch technique in the 1950s.
- Burstone and Legan proposed a constructed horizontal line in their 1980 paper.
- He formulated the B line, a line constructed from soft tissue subnasale to soft tissue pogonion.

Innovations in Orthodontic Wires
- Dr. Burstone created the Beta-Titanium orthodontic wire in 1980.
- He also developed the Chinese Niti wire in 1985.
- His innovations in orthodontic wires have had a significant impact on the field.
- The Beta-Titanium wire revolutionized orthodontic treatment.
- The Chinese Niti wire provided an alternative orthodontic alloy.

Mechanics and Techniques
- Dr. Burstone popularized the segmental-arch mechanics in 1962.
- He developed the T-Loop design for space closure in orthodontics.
- Burstone wrote many papers related to the center of resistance of anterior teeth during orthodontic tooth movements.
- He formulated the COGS analysis for patients requiring orthognathic surgery.
- His contributions to mechanics and techniques have influenced orthodontic treatment approaches.

Collaborations and Legacy
- Dr. Burstone worked with Dr. Ravindra Nanda at the University of Connecticut Health Center.
- Dr. Flavio Uribe received the Charles J. Burstone Endowed Professorship in Orthodontics in 2012.
- His collaborations and mentorship have shaped the field of orthodontics.
- Dr. Burstone's legacy continues through the work of his colleagues and students.

Personal Life and Passing
- Dr. Charles J. Burstone retired and spent his time at UConn Health Center.
- He passed away at the age of 86 in Seoul, South Korea.