Gunay Uygun, Dentist

Dr. Gunay Uygun is a dentist with more than 25 years in practice. She earned her medical degree and a master's degree from the Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry. Dr. Uygun treats periodontal diseases and performs aesthetic restorations at Erdem Hospital in Istanbul.

Clinical Focus and Methods

Dr. Uygun treats patients requiring functional and cosmetic dental work. She specializes in periodontal disease classification and treatment planning for conditions such as parodontosis, which is a chronic gum disease. The doctor provides several restoration options for missing or damaged teeth:

• All-on-4 and All-on-6 dental implant systems
• Laminate and porcelain veneers
• Composite veneers and Lumineers
• Metal-free porcelain restorations
• Removable prostheses for geriatric patients
• Invisalign clear aligners
• Professional tooth whitening

Education and Advanced Training

Dr. Uygun completed her foundational medical training and advanced postgraduate studies in Turkey. She regularly attends specialized courses to master specific aesthetic and diagnostic techniques. Her academic background includes:

• Medical Degree from Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry (1994–1999)
• Master's Degree from Istanbul University
• Laminate Veneer Course
• Removable Prostheses Training
• Metal-Free Porcelain Restorations Workshop
• Dentistry in Geriatric Patients Course
• Periodontal Disease Classification and Treatment Planning
• Dental Radiology Certification

Practice Setting

Dr. Uygun practices at Erdem Hospital in Istanbul. This facility has operated since 1988 and holds accreditation from the Turkish Medical Association. The hospital manages a volume of 6,000 patients annually. Furthermore, it features 351 beds and a staff of over 230 doctors across various specialties.