Best Periodontitis Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — TOP 30

Dr. Burak Buyukturk is an orthodontist at Estemarley in Istanbul. He holds a PhD in Orthodontics from Süleyman Demirel University. Dr. Buyukturk completed six years of doctoral training in treatment planning and clinical research. He treats children, adolescents, and adults for complex dental alignment issues.

• Member of the European Orthodontic Society (EOS).
• Performs orthodontic procedures including Invisalign, ceramic braces, and e-motion aligners.
• Former faculty member in the Department of Orthodontics at Süleyman Demirel University.
• Works at Estemarley, a center serving 3,000 international patients annually.

Dr. Ali Sirali is an implantology and periodontology specialist at Inci Dis International Dental Clinic. He served as a former faculty member at Bezmialem Vakif University. Dr. Sirali graduated from Istanbul University in 2006. He focuses on surgical dentistry and complex gum treatments.

• Performs dental implant placement, sinus lifting, and bone graft applications.
• Treats periodontitis using advanced techniques like flap operations and tissue grafts.
• Provides surgical tooth extractions and gingivectomy procedures.
• Works at a clinic holding JCI, ISO, and TEMOS international quality accreditations.

Specializing in gum contouring and aesthetic dentistry, Dr. Birkan Duras combines precision with artistic vision at YEG Clinic.

• Expert in pink aesthetics – reshaping gums for natural-looking results
• Trained in Prosthodontics at Istanbul University
• Active member of Aesthetic Dentistry Academy Association
• Continues research at Istanbul University

Dr. Tavas brings over 50 years of experience of expertise in dentistry, specializing in periodontitis treatment at İstinye Dental Hospital.

• Holds a PhD from University of Manchester Faculty of Dentistry
• Former consultant faculty member at Queen Dental Center
• Published research on orthodontic bonding and enamel crystal growth
• Currently affiliated with İstinye University Faculty of Dentistry

Specializes in non-surgical periodontal treatments, including expert dental scaling at İstinye Dental Hospital.

• Graduated from Marmara University's Faculty of Dentistry
• Member of the Turkish Dental Association and Turkish Endodontic Society
• Attended international dental congresses to stay updated on the latest treatments
• Practices general dentistry with a focus on periodontitis and endodontics

Dr. Altikat specializes in advanced periodontal treatments at Istinye Dental Hospital, with a Ph.D. in Periodontology from Gazi University.

• Expert in gum diseases and bone loss therapies
• Head of Istinye University Oral and Dental Health Program
• Certified trainer in advanced dental suture techniques
• Published research on 3D cell culture for periodontal regeneration

Dr. Birce Noymalı is an orthodontist. She focuses on diagnosing, preventing, and correcting misaligned teeth and jaws. She earned her dental degree from Bezmialem Vakıf University, Faculty of Dentistry. She completed her PhD in Orthodontics at Istanbul Altınbaş University (2017–2023).

She is a member of the Turkish Orthodontic Society (TOD), the European Orthodontic Society (EOS), and the Turkish Aligner Association (TAD). She is skilled in modern clear aligner systems. She speaks English and provides personalized treatment plans for long-term results.

Dr. İpek Ablak is a prosthodontist. She focuses on restoring and replacing teeth to improve function and aesthetics. She earned a five-year dentistry degree from the Near East University Faculty of Dentistry. Her thesis was on isolation, cleaning, and shaping methods in endodontic treatment. She provides care at Akdiş Oral and Dental Health Clinic.

Her clinical scope includes prosthetic treatments, implantology, minor surgery, endodontics, and aesthetic dentistry. She continues training in surgery, aesthetics, and advanced prosthetics. She is a member of the Turkish Dental Association (TDB).

Dr. Mira Kanal is a senior oral surgeon and prosthodontist at Value Dent Clinic. She has over 21 years of international experience. She holds an MSc in Oral Surgery from the University of Sydney.

Her expertise spans advanced oral surgery and prosthodontics. She manages complex implantology and peri-implant care. She also provides full-mouth rehabilitation, including All-on-X restorations, veneers, and E.max and zirconia crowns.

Her track record includes care for more than 5,000 patients and over 500 complex edentulism cases. She has over eight years of experience with high-volume international patients in Istanbul’s health tourism sector. She mentors junior clinicians and maintains high standards.

Specialized in periodontal microsurgery and tissue management – Dr. Dogan integrates prosthetic and restorative treatments with a holistic approach.

• Master's degree from Ege University Dentistry Faculty
• Specialized in periodontology at İnönü University Dentistry Faculty
• Member of ITI (International Team for Implantology) since 2021
• Uses magnification loupes for precision in periodontal treatments
• Offers comprehensive aesthetic and functional support with Botox applications

Dr. Seher Bektas is a dentist with over 26 years of experience. She specializes in implantology, prosthodontics, cosmetic dentistry, and oral surgery. She keeps her skills current through advanced international training.

She has performed more than 25,000 successful dental procedures. She has cared for thousands of patients. She is known for precise, patient-centered care. Her work has earned awards for clinical excellence and contributions to dental education.

She uses modern technology. She tailors care to each patient to ensure quality and comfort.

Dr. Mahmut Gazi Fırat is an oral surgeon and Ph.D. candidate in oral and maxillofacial surgery. He graduated from the Medipol University Faculty of Dentistry in 2020. He has pursued his Ph.D. in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Istanbul Kent University since August 2022.

His practice focuses on advanced implantology. He completed basic, advanced, and master-class implant surgery courses, and soft tissue surgery training around implants. He participated in EAO and the Multidisciplinary Dental Implantology Symposium. Since 2019, he has worked in private polyclinics, including VIA DENT and MEDICO CLINIC. He provides careful surgical planning and treatment.

Op. Dr. Gamze Kavuncu is a specialist in periodontology and implant dentistry. She earned her DDS from Marmara University in 2013. In the 2016 Dentistry Specialization Examination (DUS), she ranked 76th nationwide and was admitted to the Department of Periodontology at Marmara University.

Her clinical focus includes complex periodontal therapy and implant rehabilitation. She manages endo-perio lesions and performs regenerative periodontal procedures. She also carries out soft-tissue augmentation and treats reactive gingival lesions. Her surgical work includes minimally invasive methods, such as piezo-assisted sinus lift with simultaneous implant placement.

She completed her doctoral research in 2019. It was published in 2020 in the SCI-indexed journal Biomedicine. She is a member of TDB, TPD, and EFP. She holds an International Application Certificate in Botox from Vestiyer Academy and co-founded IDEA Dental Clinic.

Dt. Alican Yeni is a PhD candidate in Prosthodontics at Istanbul University. He has been in the program since 2015 and combines research with clinical practice. He graduated from the Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry (Çapa) in 2013.

His work focuses on aesthetic dentistry, prosthetic rehabilitation, and TMJ disorders. He uses botulinum toxin for bruxism, TMJ management, and selected facial aesthetic needs. He follows minimally invasive, digital prosthetic workflows.

He is a member of the Turkish Dental Association (TDB), the Istanbul Chamber of Dentists, the Turkish Prosthodontics and Implantology Association (TPD), the Prosthesis Academy, and the Gnatology Association.