Master and Doctorate in Implantology
Master and Doctorate in Peridontics
DDS Dentistry
24 years experience in Dental Practices
Post Graduation in all on 4 and all on 6
10 Years and Professor at São Leopoldo Mandic University
Post Graduation in Perioimplantology
Dr. Esin Karataş is an orthodontist. She treats children, teens, and adults. She speaks English.
Accreditations: Graduated from Ankara University Faculty of Dentistry (2011). PhD in Orthodontics, Biruni University (2023).
Clinical expertise: Fixed and removable orthodontics for crowding, spacing, and bite correction. Clear aligner therapy, including Invisalign and other systems. Orthopedic treatments in children. Surgical orthodontics. Aesthetic options such as ceramic and lingual braces.
Specialization: Periodontology
-Gum Diseases
-Treatment of Peri-Implant Diseases
-Bone Loss Therapies
-Gum Aesthetics
-Halitosis (Mouth Odor)
2018 – DDS, Başkent University Faculty of Dentistry
2021 – Undergraduate in Health Management, Anadolu University
2022 – Ph.D. in Periodontology, Gazi University
2018 to 2022 – Research Assistant, Gazi University, Department of Periodontology
2021–Present – Head, Istinye University Oral and Dental Health Program
2021–Present – Trainer, Praticmed Dentistry (Suture & Flap Closure Training)
-Suture & Flap Closure Training in Dentistry (Trainer), 2021
-TDB International Dentistry Congress, 2022
-ERDİŞ International Dentistry Congress (Oral Presentation), 2023
-Emergency Skills in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, London, UK, 2016
-AOCMF Course, Craniomaxillofacial Fracture Management, İzmir, 2016
-Bego Implant Advanced Surgery Course, Germany, 2014
-Turkish Dental Association (TDB)
-Turkish Periodontology Association
-KÖKDİŞ National Council
A New Dimension in Periodontal Regenerative Therapy: 3D Cell Culture. ADO Klinik Bilimler, 2023.
Doctoral Thesis: Evaluation of the osteogenic potential of periodontium-derived mesenchymal stem cells in 2D and 3D culture environments.
Dr. Murat Erol is a general dentist with over 20 years of clinical experience. He graduated from Ege University Faculty of Dentistry in 2002. He provides care in English.
He offers preventive care and restorative treatments, including aesthetic fillings, crowns, and bridges. He also performs root canal therapy. His aesthetic services include whitening, composite bonding, and smile design. He provides fixed and removable prosthetics. His plans focus on oral function and natural aesthetics. Each treatment is tailored to the patient.
Dr. Oleg Ridchenko is a dentist with over 20 years of experience. He has spent the last 15 years specializing in implantology. Dr. Ridchenko has placed many dental implants and focuses on restoring smiles and improving patients' quality of life.
For the past 5 years, Dr. Ridchenko has worked in the Czech Republic. He has become part of the local dental community and stays current with new dental technologies and methods. His practice prioritizes patient comfort, personalized care, and clear communication.
Dr. Ridchenko values ongoing professional growth. He regularly attends courses to strengthen his skills in implantology and general dentistry.
Dr. Nese Gulekoglu is a dentist specializing in general dentistry. She graduated from the Hacettepe University Faculty of Dentistry in 2017. She provides care in English.
Her practice includes preventive, restorative, endodontic, aesthetic, and prosthetic dentistry. Services include oral exams, dental cleanings, patient education, fillings, crowns, bridges, root canal treatments, teeth whitening, composite bonding, smile design, and removable and fixed prostheses. She offers patient-focused, personalized care.
She was born in Giresun in 1986. After graduating from Istanbul Köy Hizmetleri HighSchool, she studied dentistry in Marmara University, Faculty of Dentistry between 2004-2010. She got his Phd degree from Marmara University, Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Endodontics. She worked as endodontic specialist in private clinics nearly 3 years. She worked as an Assisstant Professor between 2017 and 2022. She received the title of Associate Professor in 2022. She conducted 2 TUBITAK projects. She conduct multidisiplinary studies in which microbiology, genetic, artificial intelligence, rational drug use are blended with endodontics.
Prof.Dr. Hakan Alpay Karasu, D.D.S.
Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Dean of the Faculty of Dentistry
Fields of Study and Interests
Education
1998 - University of London, Department of Oral, Dental and Maxillofacial Surgery
Career
Ankara Medipol University Faculty of Dentistry
University of London, Faculty of Dentistry
Publications and Congress Statements
1.Karasu HA., Okçu KM., Ortakoğlu K., Bayar GR., Aydıntuğ Y., "Treatment of Temporomandibular Joint Ankylosis with Temporalis Superficial Fascia Flap" Mil Med,2005;170(2):167
2. Özer L., Karasu HA., Aras K., Tokman B., Ersoy E., "Dentin Dysplasia Type 1: Report of Atypical Cases in The Permanent and Mixt Dentitions" Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radio/ Endod, 2004;98:85-90
3. Sayan NB., Üçok C., Karasu HA., Günhan Ö., "Peripheral Osteoma of The Oral and Maxillofacial Region: A Study of 35 New Cases" J Oral Maxillofac Surg, 2002;60:1299-1301
4. Doğan N., Üçok C., Korkmaz C., Üçok Ö., Karasu HA., "The Effects of Articaine Hydrochloride on Wound Healing: An Experimental Study" J Oral Maxillofac Surg, 2003;61:1467-1470
5. Karasu HA., Ortakoğlu K., Okçu M., Günhan Ö., "Osteochondroma of the Mandibular Condyle: Report of a Case and Review of the Literature" Mil Med, 2005;170(9):79
6. Altug Ataç AT., Karasu HA., Aytaç D., "Surgically Assisted Rapid Maxillary Expansion Compared with Orthopedic Rapid Maxillar Expansion" Angle Orthodontist, 2006;76(3):353-359
7. Sayan NB., Karasu HA., Uyanik LO., Aytaç D., "Two- stage Treatment of TMJ Ankylosis by Early Surgical Approach and Distraction Osteogenesis" J Craniofac Surg,2007;18(1):212-217
8. Üçok C., Karasu HA., Orhan K., Üçok Ö., Tuncer N., "Intravascular Papillary Endothelial Hyperplasia and Osteoma: A Case Report of an Individual with 2 Different Pathologies" Quintessence Int, 2007;38, (2):88-91
9. Kurt G. Altuğ-Atac AT., Ataç MS., Karasu HA., “Stability of SARME and OME after 3 years Follow-up.” The Angle Orthodontist. 2010;80(4):613-619
10. Kurt G., Altuğ-Atac AT., Ataç MS., Karasu HA., “Changes in Nasopharyngeal Airway Following Orthopedic and Surgically Assisted Rapid Maxillary Expansion” J Craniofac Surg 2010;21:312-317
11. Altuğ-Ataç AT., Ataç MS., Kurt G., Karasu HA., “Comparison of Surgically Assisted RME and Orthopedic RME: Changes in Nasal Structure” Int J Oral and Maxillofac Surg 2010;39:129-135.
12. Aydemir H, Memikoğlu U, Karasu H. Pharyngeal airway space, hyoid bone position and head posture after orthognathic surgery in Class III patients.” Angle Orthod. 2012 Nov;82(6):993-1000. doi: 10.2319/091911-597.1. Epub 2012 Apr 11. PMID:22500578
13. Efendiyeva R1, Aydemir H, Karasu H, Toygar-Memikoğlu U. “Pharyngeal airway space, hyoid bone position, and head posture after bimaxillary orthognathic surgery in Class III patients: Long-term evaluation.” Angle Orthod. 2014 Mar 7. [Epub ahead of print]
14. SUNAL AKTÜRK EZGİ, EREN HAKAN, GÖRÜRGÖZ CANSU, ORHAN KAAN, KARASU HAKAN ALPAY, AKAT BORA, TOYGAR MEMİKOĞLU TÜLİN UFUK (2020). Electromyographic, Ultrasonographic, and Ultrasound Elastographic Evaluation of the Masseter Muscle in Class III Patients Before and After Orthognathic Surgery. Journal of Craniofacial Surgery (Yayın No: 6276746)
15. Sahbaz Emir Bahman,CESUR EMRE,ALTUĞ DEMİRALP AYŞE TUBA,Ergül Kutay Can,KARASU HAKAN ALPAY,TOYGAR MEMİKOĞLU TÜLİN UFUK (2019). Is It Possible to Protract the Maxilla by Surgically Assisted Rapid Maxillary Expansion and Intermaxillary Class III Elastics? Turkish Journal of Orthodontics, 32(02), 96-104., Doi: 10.5152/Turkjorthod.2019.18060 (Yayın No: 5697928)
16. Aydemir H, Efendiyeva R, Karasu H, Toygar M, Tülin U (2015). Evaluation of Long-Term Soft Tissue Changes After Bimaxillary Orthognathic Surgery in Class III Patients. The Angle Orthodontist, 85(4), 631-637., Doi: 10.2319/062214-449.1
17. Karasu HA., Uyanık LO., Üçok C., Sayan NB., "The Use of Iliac Bone Greft on Maxillomandibular Defects" IntJ Oral Maxillofac Surg. 32(Supplement I) S39 (2003), 16 th International Conference on Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Athens, Greece.
18. Üçok C., Karasu HA., Akçam O., Uyanık LO., Üçok Ö., Sayan NB., "The Use Rapid External Distraction on Cleft Patient" IntJ Oral Maxillofac Surg. 32(Supplement I) S18 (2003), 16th International Conference on Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Athens, Greece.
19. Uyanık LO., Karasu HA., Aytaç D., "The use of Rigid External Distraction for Midface Hypoplasia" J Cranio-Maxillofac Surg. 34(Supplement 1) 155-156 (2006), Abstracts from the 18th Congress of The European Association for Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery, Barcelona, Spain.
Dr. Ahmed Elsadany is a Teaching Assistant in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the British University in Egypt. He has experience in dentistry, oral surgery, and dental implantology. He is pursuing a master’s degree in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
Key achievements: He supervises clinical procedures. He delivers hands-on training. He assists with lectures and mentoring. He supports case-based diagnosis and treatment planning. He has helped prepare and perform complex maxillofacial surgeries under general anaesthesia.
Clinical competencies: Oral surgical procedures, dental implantology, and patient care and consultation. He is proficient with 3Shape and exocad.
Dr. Merve Hakan is a dentist. She studied at the Near East University Faculty of Dentistry from 2010 to 2015. She worked at a private dental clinic in Bursa from 2015 to 2016. She then worked at the Balikesir Oral and Dental Health Center from 2016 to 2019. From 2019 to 2024, she practiced at the Merve Hakan Dental Clinic in Balikesir.
Memberships: Association of Aesthetic Dentists; Turkish Dentists Association. Continuing education: courses in botulinum toxin (Istanbul, 2017); facial aesthetics (Istanbul, 2018); advanced implantology (Istanbul, 2019); laminate veneers (Istanbul, 2020).
Dr. Ceren Çetinbay, who graduated from Marmara University Faculty of Dentistry in 2017, started her specialization training as a research assistant in the Department of Endodontics at Marmara University Faculty of Dentistry in 2018. She completed her specialization training in 2021 and started her active medical career. She serves as an endodontic specialist in our clinic on specific issues such as root canal treatment, root canal treatment under a dental microscope, and removal of foreign objects from the dental canal. She is an experienced dentist who uses high quality materials and the latest technology during and after treatment.
Dr. Cristina Alves | Oral Hygienist
- Oral Hygienist.
- Degree (1992) and Master's from FMDUL (2009).
- Doctoral student in Health Sciences and Technologies.
- Professor of the Oral Hygiene Course at FMDUL (since 1992).
- Clinical practice in a private practice and support in periodontology consultation (since 1992).
English
Undergraduate Education:
- Biruni University Faculty of Dentistry
- Anadolu University Health Institutions Management
2024 - Present: ClinicExpert - Dentist
2023 - 2023: Clinimed - Dentist
2023 - 2023: Now Aesthetic - Dentist
2022 - 2023: Dentalpark Dental Health Center - Dentist
2023:
- DENTSEM Basic Implant Training
- DENTSEM Prosthesis on Implants Training
- DENTSEM Advanced Level Implantology Training
- DENTSEM Master Class in Implant Surgery
2018: Current Approaches in Periodontology
2020: EDAD 2020 Aesthetic Dentistry Congress
2018: Forensic Anthropology
Undergraduate Education:
- 2009 - 2014: Çukurova University Faculty of Dentistry
2024 - Present: ClinicExpert - Dentist
2023 - 2024: Bakırköy 360 Dental Health Center - Dentist
2019 - 2023: Bahçeşehir Dentopia Dental Health Center - Dentist
2015 - 2023: Dentopia Oral and Dental Health Polyclinic - Dentist
2014 - 2017: Şenay Oral and Dental Health Polyclinic - Dentist
- Prof. Dr. Uğur Erdemir: Fractured Tooth Restorations
- Prof. Dr. Aslıhan Üşümez: Porcelain Laminate Clinical Tips
- Dr. Caner Yılmaz: Dental Botox Training
- Prof. Dr. Erhan Çömlekoğlu: Digital and Traditional Fixed Prostheses Training
Turkish Dental Association
Specialization: Prosthetic Dental Treatment
-Digital Dentistry
-Oral Implantology
-Zirconium Coating
-CAD-CAM Restorations
-Ceramic Applications
2012 – DDS, Yeditepe University Faculty of Dentistry
2017 – Ph.D., Prosthetic Dentistry, Hacettepe University
2013 to 2017 – Research Assistant, Department of Prosthodontics, Hacettepe University
2018 to 2022 – Lecturer, Faculty of Dentistry, Biruni University
Trainer’s Training Certificate – Biruni University
Scientific Meeting – ITI Türkiye & Azerbaijan Department (2020)
Biostatistics Methods Certificate – Biruni University
-Turkish Dental Association (TDB)
-European Association for Osseointegration (EAO)
-International Team for Implantology (ITI)
-Turkish Prosthodontics and Implantology Association (TPID)
Fracture resistance of single-unit implant-supported crowns: Effect of prosthetic design and restorative material. Journal of Prosthodontics, 2021.
Effect of printing orientation on fracture strength of 3-unit interim fixed prostheses after aging. Journal of Dentistry, 2022.
Effect of surface characterization on cell proliferation after laser coating of titanium alloy surfaces. Surface & Coatings Technology, 2021.
I am Dr. Juan Gomez Torres and my passion for anesthesiology drives me to ensure the safety and comfort of every patient. Throughout my years of experience, I have worked in a variety of medical settings, providing safe and effective anesthesia for a variety of surgical procedures.
My focus is on the patient and providing the best possible care at critical times. My decision-making skills under pressure and commitment to continuing education allow me to provide an exceptional level of care.
I am proud to be part of a medical team where I can apply my experience and knowledge to ensure that each patient receives safe, high-quality care during their surgical procedures.
Dt. Arif Yiğit Güler, D.D.S.
Oral, Dental and Maxillofacial Surgery
Fields of Study and Interests
2020- Necmettin Erbakan University, Oral, Dental and Maxillofacial Surgery.
2015- Gazi University, Dentistry.
Work Experience
2022 Ankara Medipol University Dental Hospital
2020 - 2021 Söke Dental Polyclinic
2016 - 2020 Necmettin Erbakan University Faculty of Dentistry
Publications
KÖSEOĞLU SEÇGİN CANSU, GÖKSEL SEVDE, GÜLER ARİF YİĞİT (2023). Evaluation of the Relationship Between Infraorbital Canal Protrusion and Alveolar Process Pneumatization of the Maxillary Sinus: A Cross-Sectional Cone Beam Computed Tomography Study. Turkiye Klinikleri Journal of Dental Sciences, 29(4), Doi: 10.5336/dentalsci.2023-99252 (Yayın No: 8599568)
GÖKSEL SEVDE, GÜLER ARİF YİĞİT (2023). Is There a Relationship Between Maxillary Sinus’s Inferior Pneumatisation and Sinonasal Variations? A Retrospective CBCT Study. Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Research, 14(3), Doi: 10.5037/jomr.2023.14303 (Yayın No: 8530470)
MÜFTÜOĞLU ÖZGE, GÜLER ARİF YİĞİT, KARASU HAKAN ALPAY (2023). The impact of orthognathic surgery on quality of life for class III dentofacial deformities. BRITISH JOURNAL OF ORAL & MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY, 61(4), 274-277., Doi: 10.1016/j.bjoms.2023.03.001 (Yayın No: 8530341)
ESEN ÇAĞRI, ESEN ALPARSLAN, GÜLER ARİF YİĞİT, MENZİLETOĞLU DİLEK, SOĞANCI AHMET ERTAN (2022). Assessment of Alveolar Bone Loss and Buccal Bone Thickness After Surgically Assisted Rapid Maxillary Expansion. MEANDROS MEDICAL AND DENTAL JOURNAL, 23(2), 141-147., Doi: 10.4274/meandros.galenos.2020.97752 (Yayın No: 8530451)
GÜLER ARİF YİĞİT (2022). The effect of Instagram posts related to #Wisdomteeth on patients. JOURNAL OF STOMATOLOGY ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY, 123(2), 155-157., Doi: 10.1016/j.jormas.2021.05.007 (Yayın No: 8530323)
NAİBOĞLU PINAR, GÜLER ARİF YİĞİT, GÖKSEL SEVDE (2022). State-Trait Anxiety Levels, Dental Anxiety Levels and Vaccine Hesitancy in a Group of Turkish Dental Patients During COVID-19 Pandemic in Söke Region: Analytical Survey. Turkiye Klinikleri Journal of Dental Sciences, 28(3), Doi: 10.5336/dentalsci.2021-86686 (Yayın No: 8530486)
GÜLER ARİF YİĞİT, IŞIK BOZKURT KUBİLAY, ESEN ALPARSLAN, MENZİLETOĞLU DİLEK (2021). Assessment of pulp volume changes after surgically assisted rapid palatal expansion. JOURNAL OF STOMATOLOGY ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY, 122(3), 263-266., Doi: 10.1016/j.jormas.2020.06.014 (Yayın No: 8530255)
MENZİLETOĞLU DİLEK, GÜLER ARİF YİĞİT, ÇAYIR TOLGAHAN, IŞIK BOZKURT KUBİLAY (2021). Binaural beats or 432 Hz music? which method is more effective for reducing preoperative dental anxiety?. MEDICINA ORAL PATOLOGIA ORAL Y CIRUGIA BUCAL, 26(1), 97-101., Doi: 10.4317/medoral.24051 (Yayın No: 8530275)
MENZİLETOĞLU DİLEK, GÜLER ARİF YİĞİT, IŞIK BOZKURT KUBİLAY (2020). Are YouTube videos related to dental implant useful for patient education?. JOURNAL OF STOMATOLOGY ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY, 121(6), 661-664., Doi: 10.1016/j.jormas.2019.12.022 (Yayın No: 8530218)
MENZİLETOĞLU DİLEK, GÜLER ARİF YİĞİT, BAŞTÜRK FUNDA, IŞIK BOZKURT KUBİLAY (2020). Comparison of Surgical Drain Placement With Use of Kinesiologic Tape on Postoperative Pain, Swelling, and Trismus in Impacted Mandibular Third Molar Surgery. JOURNAL OF ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY, 78(11), 1-7., Doi: 10.1016/j.joms.2020.06.023 (Yayın No: 8530298)
MENZİLETOĞLU DİLEK, GÜLER ARİF YİĞİT, BAŞTÜRK FUNDA, IŞIK BOZKURT KUBİLAY, ERDUR EMİRE AYBÜKE (2020). Comparison of two different flap designs for bilateral impacted mandibular third molar surgery. JOURNAL OF STOMATOLOGY ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY, 121(4), 368- 372., Doi: 10.1016/j.jormas.2019.08.006 (Yayın No: 8530317)