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Avangart Clinic Founder and Board Member Dentist Emrah Yeşilyurt was born in Ordu. He completed his secondary and high school education at Ordu Anatolian High School and Ordu Science High School. In 2007, he graduated from Ankara University Faculty of Dentistry. Between 2008-2019, he actively worked in the surgical and integrated departments of Sakarya Geyve State Hospital and Okmeydanı Oral and Dental Health Hospital. Since 2008, he has performed approximately 35,000 implant cases. In 2020, he became the co-founder of Avangart Clinic. Dentist Emrah Yeşilyurt continues to work in Avangart Clinic in the field of implant surgery and cosmetic dentistry. He has numerous certificates in oral implantology and cosmetic dentistry.

Prosthetic dental treatment specialist Meral Nizam completed her primary, middle, and high school education in Kahramanmaraş. In 1998, she started her education at the Faculty of Dentistry at Ege University and successfully graduated in 2003. In the same year, she graduated and started her doctorate education at the Department of Prosthetic Dental Treatment at the Faculty of Dentistry at Ege University. She completed her education in 2009 with her doctoral thesis titled "Evaluation of the Treatment Effectiveness of Stable Type Occlusal Splints in Classic Temporomandibular Disorders."

Between 2010 and 2013, she worked as a Prosthetic Dental Treatment (Prosthesis) Specialist at a Dental Health Center affiliated with the Ministry of Health. In 2024, she started working as a prosthesis specialist at Nifa Dent Oral and Dental Health Clinic.

During and after her education, she attended numerous courses, seminars, and congresses. She is interested in all kinds of fixed prostheses, Temporomandibular Joint Disorders, Aesthetic Smile Design, and Implant-Supported Prosthetic Restorations.

She is fluent in English and has an intermediate level of German.

I was born in Fier city of Albania in 1982. I finished primary and secondary education in Albania. I completed my university education in 2006 at Hacettepe University Faculty of Dentistry in Ankara. I know Albanian, English and Italian languages. I worked as a founding physician in the Alpi Oral and Dental Health Polyclinic in Istanbul between 2008 and 2016. I have been working as a founding physician in My Nova Oral and Dental Health Police in İzmir since February of 2016. I am married and have two children.

Berk Aksoy graduated from Hacettepe University Faculty of Dentistry in 2018 and then received his specialization in Prosthesis from the same school. He has been working at Hospitadent Dental Hospital since 2022. During this period, he has performed numerous procedures such as zirconium coating, emax coating, laminate veneer, All on Four prosthesis, All on Six prosthesis, removable prosthesis, fixed prosthesis.

The doctor's certificates:

Greatist Dentistry Congress, May 28, 2017 – May 30, 2017, DİŞSİAD

Seminars / Courses with Engin Taviloğlu, January, 2016, EDAD

Smile Design Course

Crownson Implant Prosthetic Treatments

Anterior Aesthetic Composite Restorations

Use of Correct Antibiotic

Turkish Dental Association International Congress – 2019

Botulinum Toxin Theory and Practice – Dentsem – October 2020 Istanbul/Turkey

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Dentist

Languages

• Persian
• English
• Azerbaijani
• Turkish

Education

Undergraduate Education

2017 - 2018
Yeni Yüzyıl University Faculty of Dentistry

Experience

2021 -
ClinicExpert - Dentist

2017 - 2019
Prof. Dr. Selim Ersanlı’s Clinic - Dentist

2017 - 2021
Silivri Aesthetic Dental Health Center - Dentist

Certificates

• 2024 - FDI World Dental Congress
• 2023 - International Scientific Congress of the Turkish Society of Prostodontics and Implantology
• 2022 - Bozok Turkey International Symposium
• 2018 - Biolase Turkey Symposium
• 2018 - Robitans DAY, Dr. Marius Steigmann (Hands-on Training in Advanced Surgery)
• 2018 - Tissue Management Marius Steigmann
• 2018 - Uludag Biocare Turkey Symposium
• 2018 - Digital Transformation in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Private Education

• Botulinum Toxin Training
• PRP Mesotherapy and Dermapen Training
• Dermal Filler Training

Dr. Natiga Israfil is a prosthodontist with over 17 years of clinical experience. She graduated from Azerbaijan Medical University. She completed her specialization in prosthodontics at Eskişehir Osmangazi University in Turkey. Dr. Israfil is skilled in advanced dental crown and veneer procedures. She focuses on providing modern and effective care for her patients.

She is a member of the World Dental Federation (FDI), International Team for Implantology (ITI), Turkish Society of Prosthodontics and Implantology (TPID), and Turkish Dental Association (TDB). Dr. Israfil speaks Azerbaijani, English, Russian, and Turkish. This allows her to treat patients from many different backgrounds.

Aesthetic Dentistry Specialist

Born in Istanbul, Dr. Birkan Duras graduated from Yeditepe University Faculty of Dentistry and pursued his academic career by specializing in Prosthodontics at Istanbul University, focusing on advanced research in dental restoration.

With expertise in Aesthetic Dentistry, he specializes in:

• Smile Design
• Pink Aesthetics (Gum Contouring)
• Implantology

Currently continuing his scientific research at Istanbul University, Dr. Duras is an active member of:

• Aesthetic Dentistry Academy Association (EDAD)
• Turkish Prosthodontics and Implantology Association (TPİD)
• Turkish Dental Association (TDB)

Доктор Экрем Гюлер — молодой и динамичный стоматолог, окончивший стоматологический факультет Стамбульского университета Чапа, один из самых престижных университетов Турции. Работая с целью достижения совершенства во всех областях стоматологии, доктор Гюлер предлагает своим пациентам самые качественные решения в области эстетической стоматологии и функциональных лечебных процессов. Гюлер всегда демонстрирует инновационные подходы, используя современные технологии и новейшие научные разработки наиболее эффективным образом, создавая планы лечения, соответствующие потребностям его пациентов. Он стремится предоставить своим пациентам не только лечение, но и уверенность в плане здоровья и эстетики. Работая самоотверженно, чтобы гарантировать, что каждый из его пациентов проходит процесс лечения с максимальным комфортом и уверенностью, доктор Гюлер достигает передовых успехов в стоматологии.

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Образование:

- Колледж Аданы (Высшая школа естественных наук) – 2011-2015

- Ближневосточный технический университет (METU) – Гражданское строительство – 2015-2017

- Стамбульский университет (Çapa), факультет стоматологии – 2017-2022

MEDICAL EXPERINENCE

2016 - Present

MEMORIAL SİSLİ HOSPİTAL

Dentist/Istanbul

2009 - 2016

MEMORIAL SUADIYE MEDICAL CENTER

Dentist/Istanbul

2000 - 2009

PRIVATE CLINIC

Dentist/Istanbul

MEDICAL EDUCATION

1992 - 1997

EGE UNIVERSITY

FACULTY OF DENTISTRY / İzmir, Turkey

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS

Prosthetic trainingseminar 1997 

TDB DentistryCongress 2002 / 2003 / 2004/2006 

TDBCenturyCongress inScientific Dentistry 

6thAegeanRegion DentistsChambers International ScientificCongressandExhibition2006 

6thAegeanRegion DentistsChambers International ScientificCongressandExhibitionteethwhitening course2006 

Oral implantology theoreticalandpractical courses April 2004 

Oral implantology theoreticalandpractical courses March2004 

EDAD IstanbulCongress 2006 

DentalCommunicationSeminar 2006 

Ankara DentistsChamberSpringSymposium2007, Cyprus 

Ankara DentistsChamberSpringSymposium2008, Antalya 

MemberofTurkish DentalAssociation MemberofInternationalTeamfor Implantology (ITI) 

MemberofAcademyofEsthetic Dentistry

Dr. Tamer Cakar is an expert in aesthetic dentistry, endodontics, and dental grilling. He has extensive experience with veneers, tooth whitening, smile makeovers, root canal treatments, and dental implants. Dr. Cakar is the founder of ActGrillz Dental Jewelry Atelier in Istanbul. He also served as Deputy Chief Physician at Acıbadem Hospital Dental Clinic.

Dr. Cakar earned his MD from Aegean University. He completed specialized training in endodontics and aesthetic dentistry. He has performed hundreds of successful procedures and maintains high patient satisfaction. Dr. Cakar is known for his commitment to quality, innovation, and international standards in dental care.

Dr. Gamze Etemoglu is an experienced dentist with over 25 years in practice. She specializes in smile design, dental prosthesis, and advanced soft tissue laser treatments. Dr. Etemoglu has performed hundreds of procedures, including All-on-4 dental implants, veneers, tooth extractions, and teeth whitening. Her patients consistently report high satisfaction with her care.

She earned her DDS from Ege University in 1997 and is accredited by the Turkish Dental Association. Dr. Etemoglu is known for her skills in both restorative and cosmetic dentistry. She is recognized for her precision, innovative approach, and dedication to quality dental care.

• Certificate of Attendance, An Introduction to the Basic Implantology, TEOS Dental, 2022
• Certificate of Attendance, Surgical Approach in the Aesthetic Zone: Three-Dimensional Planning Strategies and Occlusal Material Selection (Monolithic or Conventional) and Occlusion in Implant Supported Prosthesis, BEGO Implant Systems, 2021
• Certificate of Attendance, Composite Laminate Veneers in Anterior Aesthetics, Dr. Bora Korkut, 2021

Specialization: Periodontology

Areas of Interest

-Gum Diseases

-Treatment of Peri-Implant Diseases

-Bone Loss Therapies

-Gum Aesthetics

-Halitosis (Mouth Odor)

Education

2018 – DDS, Başkent University Faculty of Dentistry

2021 – Undergraduate in Health Management, Anadolu University

2022 – Ph.D. in Periodontology, Gazi University

Professional Experience

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)

Courses & Certifications

-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

Professional Memberships

-Turkish Dental Association (TDB)

-Turkish Periodontology Association

-KÖKDİŞ National Council

Research & Publications

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.

We work with a highly experienced team of dentists who welcome patients from various nationalities to our clinic. We take pride in guiding our patients on their journey to regain confidence and achieve their dream of a Hollywood Smile.

With all the necessary resources under one roof, our comprehensive dental clinic ensures that patients receive hygienic, high-quality treatments in a professional and comfortable environment.

Dentist Ugur Derdiyok is a member of TAOMS, ITI and TDB. He is an Oral and  

Maxillofacial Surgeon. So the implant placing process is being performed by a surgeon. He is speaking fluent English.

Burcin Kalender, D.D.S. Restorative and Aesthetic Dentistry

Study And Interests

• Anterior and Posterior Aesthetic Restorations
• Adhesive Fiber Bridges
• Restorative Dental Treatment
• Dental Aesthetics
• Dental Whitening
• Composite Lamina Restorations

Education

2016 - Hacettepe University Restorative Dentistry 

2011 - Gazi University Faculty of Dentistry

Career

2022 - continuing Ankara Medipol University Dental Hospital

2019 - 2020 Private Dental Clinic

2016 - 2019 Baskent University Faculty of Dentistry

2011 - 2016 Hacettepe University Restorative Dentistry

2011 - 2012 Duaçınarı Dental Polyclinic

Publications

Alpaslan C, Hasanoglu E.G.N, Alpaslan G, Yılmaz B, Kalender B. ‘Role of Direct Fluorescence Visualization for Screening of Oral Cancer and its Impact on Raising Awareness’. Jacobs Journal of Dentistry and Research, 2015, 2(4): 026

Ergin E, Yazici AR, Kalender B, Usumez A, Ertan A, Gorucu J, Sari T. ‘In vitro comparison of an Er:YAG laser-activated bleaching system with different light-activated bleaching systems for color change, surface roughness, and enamel bond strength’. Lasers in Medical Science, 2018, 33(9):1913-18.

Arhun N, Kalender B, Tuncer D, Berkmen B, Celik C. ‘Influence of operator experience on bond strength of different adhesives to dentin.’ J Conserv Dent 2020;23:32‑5.

Kalender B. ‘Treatment of Initial Caries Lesions’.Current Aesthetic Approaches in Restorative Dentistry. Turkiye Klinikleri J Restor Dent. 2017;3(2):58-65

Kalender B. ‘Smart Materials in Restorative Dentistry’. Adhesive materials used in restorative dentistry. Turkiye Klinikleri J Restor Dent. 2017;3(3):164

Kalender B. ‘Laser Applications on Preventive Dentistry’. Lasers in Restorative Dentistry. Turkiye Klinikleri J Restor Dent. 2018; p.15-9. (Book Chapher)

25th Annual Congress of the DGL (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Laser), Munchen, Germany Kalender B, Lausch J, Gutknecht N, Gorucu J. ‘Surface Layer Erosion of Artificial Caries Lesions Using The Er,Cr:YSGG Laser in Preparation For Resin Infiltration’

 IADR Conference 2013/ 46th Meeting of the Continental European Division of International Association for Dental Research, Firenze, Italy Kalender B, Yazıcı AR, Gorucu J. ‘Effect of laser etching parameters on dentin surface roughness’

International Laser Congress 2014, Istanbul, Turkey Kalender B, Yazıcı, AR, Gorucu J. ‘Effect of acid and laser-etching on universal adhesives’ bond strength’

AIC 19th International Congress and Conseuro, 2017, Bologna, ITALY Yazici AR, Ergin E, Kalender B, Usumez A, Ertan A, Gorucu J, Sari T. ‘In vitro comparison of ER:YAG laser-bleaching with different light-activated bleaching systems’