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Experience

DentSpa Oral and Dental Health Clinic

General Dentist
Present, İstanbul/Turkey

Education

Bezmialem Vakif University

Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Orthodontics, PhD
2016-2020, Istanbul/Turkey

Istanbul University

Faculty of Dentistry, MA
2011-2016, Istanbul/Turkey

Thesis Topic

Rate of Tooth Movement and Bone Biomarkers in Surgery First Patients 2020

Thesis Advisor: Prof.Dr.Gökmen Kurt

Orthodontic Approach in Children with Klippel Feil Syndrome 2016

Thesis Advisor: Prof. Dr. Hülya Kılıçoğlu

Congress Proceedings

• Güler B., Yılmaz B., Retired U., Orthodontic and Surgical Treatment of Unilateral Condylar Hyperplasia, Case Report, Clinical Poster, 17th Turkish Orthodontic Society International Virtual Congress
• Güler B., Kurt G., Dolanmaz D., Rate of Tooth Movement and Bone Biomarkers in Surgery First Patients, Oral Presentation, 17th Turkish Orthodontic Society International Virtual Congress
• Güler B., Yılmaz B., Evaluation of Production Standardization of Orthodontic Intermaxillary Latex Elastics, Poster Statement, 16th International Turkish Orthodontic Society Congress, İzmir
• Güler B., Küçükkeleş N., Modified Alt-RAMEC and Face Mask protocol in Cleft Lip and Plate Patient: A Case Report, Poster Presentation, American Association of Orthodontists 2019 Annual Session, Los Angeles

Congresses / Courses

• 17th Turkish Orthodontic Society International Virtual Congress, (12-14/03.2021)
• GENÇTOD Winter Camp Orthognathic Surgery, (29.02-01.03/ 2020)
• Simplify Your Orthodontic Approaches with Technology, (24-25/01.2020)
• American Association of Orthodontists Annual Session, Los Angeles/ CA (3-7/05/2019)
• Science + Evidence + Biomechanics in Clinical Orthodontics, (02-03/03/ 2019)
• 16th International Turkish Orthodontic Society Congress, İzmir (13/10/2018)
• Our Treatment Options in Class III Malocclusion/ Adult and Growing Individuals, Prof.Dr.Nazan Küçükkeleş (29/09/ 2017)
• How to Combine Clinical and Organizational Efficiency in Orthodontics (7/12/2016)
• Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry 7th International Scientific Congress (19-22/11/ 2014)
• Dental Istanbul 2014 Congress and Cosmetic Dentistry Symposium (15-16/11/ 2014)

Awards

• Bezmialem Vakif University Faculty of Health Sciences Term 2020 First Class Honours
• 17th Turkish Orthodontic Society International Virtual Congress Orhan Okyay Oral Presentation Third Prize (12-14/03.2021)
• 17th Turkish Orthodontic Society International Virtual Congress Clinical Poster First Prize (12-14/03.2021)

Membership

• Turkish Dental Association (TDB)
• Turkish Orthodontic Society (TOD)
• Turkish Aligner Association
• American Orthodontic Society (AOS)

Dr. Elif Ezgi Kaya, born in 1996, is a dedicated Orthodontics Specialist. She began her academic journey at Yeditepe University Faculty of Dentistry in 2014 and continued her postgraduate studies at the Yeditepe University Department of Orthodontics. Dr. Kaya consistently strives to expand her knowledge and skills through active participation in various trainings, seminars, symposiums, and congresses in the field of orthodontics.

Education

• Beşiktaş Atatürk Anatolian High School - High school education
• Yeditepe University Faculty of Dentistry - Began vocational education in 2014
• Yeditepe University Department of Orthodontics - Started postgraduate education in 2019

Dr. Burak Büyüktürk is an orthodontist. He earned a DDS from Ankara University in 2005 and a PhD in Orthodontics from Süleyman Demirel University in 2012. He completed six years of advanced doctoral training focused on diagnosis, treatment planning, and clinical research.

He founded a private practice in Konya in 2012 and serves as its lead orthodontist. He provides comprehensive orthodontic care for children, adolescents, and adults. He oversees clinical operations and patient care.

In 2012, he served as a faculty member in the Department of Orthodontics at Süleyman Demirel University. He contributed to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and clinical supervision.

Professional memberships include the Turkish Dental Association, the Turkish Orthodontic Society, and the European Orthodontic Society.

Dr. Aysel Yavas is a dental specialist in aesthetic dentistry, dental photography, and implantology. She graduated from Marmara University Faculty of Dentistry. She has worked in both private clinics and hospitals, gaining broad clinical experience.

Dr. Yavas has improved her skills by joining several international symposiums, congresses, and advanced training seminars. These include the 2nd International Symposium ‘Prevented from Caries’ and Acıbadem University's ‘Clinical Risk Management’. She is a member of the Aesthetic Dentistry Academy Association (EDAD). Dr. Yavas is known for her work in innovative implant techniques and her commitment to patient-focused care.

Dr. Ismail Kargin is a dentist with expertise in implant and aesthetic dentistry. He graduated from Ondokuz Mayıs University. He started his career in 2007 and founded Beyaz Ada in 2013. Dr. Kargin holds certifications from the Turkish Dental Association and the International Team of Implantology.

Dr. Kargin is known for his focus on quality care. He uses advanced technology to provide efficient and reliable treatments. He has completed thousands of implant and aesthetic procedures. His work is recognized for both speed and accuracy.

Education

-Fırat University, faculty of dentistry

-Dalhousie University, oral and maxillofacial surgery, master degree

-Aesthetic Dentistry. King's College London,master degree

-Rauf Denktaş University botox ed.

-Istanbul Esenyurt University, dermal filler ed.

Congress and Symposium Participation and Certificates

-38th Annual Conference of the European Prosthodontic Association and the 21st Scientific Congress of the Turkish Prosthodontic and Implantology Association, oral presantation

-International Association for Dental Research General Session & Exhibition in Seattle, Washington, USA, oral presantation,

-Meffert Implant Instıtute, Full Arch Immediate Implant Reconstruction Symposium

-TRI Dental Implants, Controversies in Esthetic Implant Dentistry

-FDI 101st Annual World Dental Congress

-Bicon Dental Implants Surgical and Prosthetic Principles Course

-Management of a central giant cell granuloma of the anterior mandible in an adult patient: A case report. Turkish Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 23rd International Congress

-V. Immediate Placement Of Implant In Fresh Extraction Socket With Early Loading By Provisional Restoration in the Maxillary Central Tooth Region, Clinical and Aesthetic Results: A Case Report . Turkish Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 23rd International Congress

- Management of an Osteointegrated Standard Diameter Dental Implant Fractured From Neck,; A Case Report. Turkish Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 25rd International Congress

-Fracture of a Narrow-Diameter Roxolid Implant: A Case Report; European Federation of Periodontology EuroPerio 9 st Congress, Amsterdam.

-Retrospective evaluation of the relationship between demographic, clinical data and radiological findings in patients using bisphosphonate group drugs. / Oral Presentation. Turkish Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 24th International Congress

-ITI Antalya  Scientific Meeting

-Factors Affecting Long-Term Success in OSSEDER Implants

-The American College of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (ACOMS)

-Ivoclar Vivadent, Dental Aesthetics Spring Symposium

-Gazi University Faculty of Medicine Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery CranioMaxilloFacial surgery study group observer participation

-Turkish Dental Association 22nd Internatıonal Dental Congress

-EDAD Aesthetic Dentistry Smile Design Training

-Istanbul Dental Academy Lamina Veneer Applications 

-Edad Aesthetic Restoration of Anterior Diastema Cases Course 

-Dent Education Digital Photography Training 

-Dentsply Root Canal Treatment and Root Canal Restoration Seminar 

-Dent education Anterior Composite Aesthetic Testing and Insulation Seminar 

-Osstem Advanced Implant Surgery Training  

-Aim Academy Implant Prosthesis Seminar 

-Bego Implant Anterior Region Implant Surgery and Implant Top Prosthesis Seminar

Adnan Aric graduated from the relevant faculty of Ege University in 1992. With more than 30 years of experience, he specializes in smile design and dental examination for our patients. Our doctor, who is knowledgeable in all treatments, constantly receives praising feedback from our patients about his oratory and treatment.

Experience

DentSpa Oral and Dental Health Clinic

Periodontologist
2019 – Present, Istanbul/Turkey

Marmara University Dental Hospital

Periodontologist
2016 – 2019, Istanbul/Turkey

Education

Marmara University Faculty of Dentistry

Periodontology Specialization
2016 – 2019, Istanbul/Turkey

Marmara University (English) Faculty of Dentistry

General Dentistry
2008 – 2014, Istanbul/Turkey

Scientific Publications

• In-vitro Evaluation of Cervical Micro leakage of the Class II Bulk Fill Restorations
  Pinar Yilmaz Atali, Sezai Sonmez, Damla Ozturk, Faik Bulent Topbasi
  2015 Paripex-Indian Journal of Research
• The Role of Periodontopathogens in Alzheimer's Disease
  Damla Ozturk, Basak Dogan
  2019 Türkiye Clinics Periodontology Special Journal

Thesis Topic and Consultant

• Evaluation of Periodontal Status in Alzheimer's Patients
  Prof. Dr. Basak Dogan

Announcements

• Regenerative Periodontal Treatment of Localized Aggressive Periodontitis.
  Damla Ozturk, Gamze Kavuncu, Omer Birkan Agrali, Basak Dogan
  TDA 2018 24nd International Dental Congress-Istanbul-poster
• Multidisciplinary Rehabilitation of Teeth with Insufficient Clinical Crown Length.
  Damla Ozturk, Hafize Ozturk Ozener, Omer Ahsen Naeem, Rifat Gozneli, Leyla Kuru
  TDA 24nd International Dental Congress 2018-Istanbul-poster
• Increasing the Width of Keratinized Attached Gingiva Around Dental Implants Using Free Gingival Graft Procedure: Case Series.
  Damla Ozturk, H. Selin Yildirim, Leyla Kuru
  EuroPerio9 2018-Amsterdam-poster
• Assessment of Oral Health in Alzheimer Patients.
  Ilgın Cebeci, Damla Öztürk, Begüm Doğan, Başak Doğan, Nural Bekiroğlu
  23nd BaSS Congress 2018-Iasi-poster
• Multidisciplinary Treatment of Intrabony Defect After Root Resection.
  Damla Ozturk, H. Selin Yildirim, Hasan Garip, Yildiz Garip Berker, Coskun Yildiz, Leyla Kuru
  Turkish Society of Periodontology 47th International Scientific Congress 2017-Istanbul-poster
• Treatment of Recurrent Severe Inflammatory Gingival Overgrowth with Diode Laser Therapy.
  Damla Ozturk, Suleyman Emre Meseli, Leyla Kuru
  TDA 23nd International Dental Congress 2017-Istanbul-poster
• Periodontal Regenerative Therapy of Intentionally Replanted Periodontically Compromised Tooth: Hopeless to Hopeful.
  Damla Ozturk, Hafize Ozturk Ozener, Leyla Kuru
  22nd BaSS Congress 2017-Thessaloniki-poster
• In-vitro Evaluation of Cervical Micro leakage of the Class II Bulk Fill Restorations.
  Pinar Yilmaz Atali, Sezai Sonmez, Damla Ozturk, Faik Bulent Topbasi
  International Dental Journal-2015-poster

Speaker

• Inflammatory Response in Periodontitis Patients with Alzheimer's Disease.
  Damla Ozturk, Nese Tuncer, Merve Alaylioglu, Ipek Midi, Duygu Gezen Ak, Erdinc Dursun
  Turkish Society of Periodontology 49th International Scientific Congress-2019-Antalya
• Bayesian Accelerated Failure Time Model Application in Alzheimer's Disease Patients and Its Comparison with Cox Proportional Hazard Model: A Real Data Application.
  Ilgın Cebeci, Damla Öztürk, Başak Doğan, Nural Bekiroğlu
  XXI. National and IV. International Biostatistics Congress-2019-Antalya
• Effect of Alzheimer's Disease on Periodontitis.
  Damla Ozturk, Nese Tuncer, Merve Alaylioglu, Ipek Midi, Duygu Gezen Ak, Erdinc Dursun
  CED-IADR/NOF Oral Health Research Congress-2019-Madrid

Professor Burhan Mayir isespecially interested in metabolic and bariatric surgery, also. He performs single port (scarless) sleeve gastrectomy, gastric by pass procedures and revisional bariatric surgeries. He has experience about metabolic-bariatric surgery, gastro-esophagus reflux surgery, endoscopic thyroid surgery (scarless thyroidectomy), cancer surgery, hernia surgery, adrenal gland surgery, other gastrointestinal surgical procedures, liver surgery, spleen surgery, hemorrhoid surgery and anal fissure surgery. He has speeches in various congresses and meetings, over 60 articles published in national and international refereed journals, and over 100 abstracts presented at congresses.

Dr. Erdem Can Yardımcı, MD

Accredited Metabolic, Bariatric, and Weight-Loss Surgeon

Dr. Erdem Can Yardımcı is a highly skilled, accredited bariatric surgeon with extensive experience in metabolic, bariatric, and weight-loss surgery. He earned his medical degree from the prestigious 19 Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine in Samsun (2005-2011) and completed his surgical specialization at Antalya Training and Research Hospital (2013-2018). Over the years, he has become a trusted expert in performing complex surgical procedures.

Dr. Yardımcı has served in prominent positions, including at Istinye University Bahçeşehir Liv Hospital's Organ Transplant Clinic in Istanbul (2021-2022) and Tokat Medical Park Hospital (2020-2021). Since 2022, he has been an essential part of the Clinics United team in Antalya, where he continues to transform lives through safe and effective bariatric surgeries.

As an accredited bariatric surgeon, Dr. Yardımcı has participated in numerous international training programs and conferences, staying at the forefront of the latest advancements in obesity surgery. His dedication to patient care, combined with his continuous professional development, ensures that every patient receives world-class treatment and compassionate support throughout their journey.

Dr. Fatih Kahraman is a distinguished professional in the field of orthodontics, with a comprehensive educational background and extensive work experience.

Education:

• Dr. Kahraman completed his undergraduate studies at Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry in 2010 as a 3.91/4.00. 
• He pursued his specialization in orthodontics at Atatürk University Faculty of Dentistry, where he successfully defended his thesis titled "Comparison of dentofacial and esthetic effects of miniscrew anchoraged intrusion system and classical incisor intrusion systems in deep bite patients," earning the title of Orthodontist (PhD).

Work Experience:

• Since 2016, Dr. Kahraman has been serving as an Assistant Professor at Eskişehir Osmangazi University Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Orthodontics, where he also lectures on orthodontics to dental students.
• In 2010, he founded Kahraman Orthodontics, providing specialized orthodontic services.
• Recognizing the need for personalized dental care, he established "DentMax Dental Clinics," leading a dynamic team of innovative dentists specializing in orthodontics and smile design.

Competitive Advantages and Achievements:

• Dr. Kahraman is known for his patient-centered approach, ensuring individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's needs.
• He emphasizes continuous education and professional development, both for himself and his team, to stay abreast of the latest advancements in orthodontics.
• His leadership in establishing DentMax Dental Clinics reflects his commitment to addressing gaps in the dental sector and providing high-quality, personalized dental services.

Dr. Kahraman's dedication to excellence in orthodontics and his proactive approach to patient care distinguish him as a leading professional in his field.

Associate Professor Dr. Ali Solmaz is a general and bariatric surgeon with over 20 years of experience. He specializes in general, metabolic, and obesity surgery. Dr. Solmaz completed his medical education and surgical training at Marmara University, a leading institution in Turkey. He earned his associate professorship at Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital.

Dr. Solmaz has performed thousands of surgeries at hospitals such as Çamlıca Erdem Hospital and Bağcılar Training and Research Hospital. He is known for his skills in advanced laparoscopic and minimally invasive surgery. These techniques help patients recover faster and achieve better results.

He is active in medical research and serves on the editorial boards of several journals. Dr. Solmaz is also a member of professional organizations, including IFSO, the Turkish Surgery Association, and the Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery Association.

LANGUAGES

English - Professional

 

EDUCATION

• Trakya University, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Department -

Specialization (2019-2023)

• Istanbul University, Faculty of Dentistry (2014-2019)

• Balıkesir Gönen Anatolian High School (2010-2014)

 

CERTIFICATIONS

• 32nd International Scientic Congress of the Turkish Oral

Implantology Association (2023)

• 8th Assistant School of the Turkish Association of Oral and

Maxillofacial Surgery (2022)

• GreatIST Dental Congress (2022)

• 14th International Scientic Congress of the Turkish Association of

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (2021)

• 27th International Scientic Congress of the Turkish Association of

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (TAOMS) (2020)

• 5th Assistant School of the Turkish Association of Oral and

Maxillofacial Surgery (2020)

• ITI Turkey & Azerbaijan Chapter Scientic Meeting (2020)

• Orthero Education Symposium (2019)

• 2nd A to Z Oral Implantology Symposium (2019)

• 25th International Dental Congress of the Turkish Dental

Association (2019)

• 24th International Dental Congress of the Turkish Dental

Association (2018)

• 2nd International Summer Camp: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery,

Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry (2018)

• 25th Scientic Congress of the Research Club, Istanbul University

Faculty of Dentistry (2018)

• 23rd International Dental Congress of the Turkish Dental

Association (2017)

• 24th Scientic Congress of the Research Club, Istanbul University

Faculty of Dentistry (2017)

• 23rd Scientic Congress of the Research Club, Istanbul University

Faculty of Dentistry (2016)

• GreatIST Dental Congress (2015)

Dr. Yavuz, a highly experienced and accomplished medical professional, has dedicated over 37 years to the field of healthcare management and family medicine. He graduated from the prestigious Gulhane Military Medical Academy in 1987 and began his career in 1988 as the Chief Physician at Hakkari Military Hospital, where he led medical teams and managed the hospital’s healthcare operations with excellence. Dr. Yavuz further advanced his leadership skills by completing master’s degrees in Health Management at Bahçeşehir University and Hospital Services Management at Beykent University.

Throughout his career, Dr. Yavuz has held numerous leadership positions, including Chief Physician at the Kara Kuvvetleri Komutanlığı and KK Logistics Command, and various roles in health coordination during critical periods, such as the post-earthquake recovery in Adapazarı in 1999. His medical expertise extends across family medicine, emergency care, and healthcare management, having served as a medical director at leading health centers.

DentSpa Oral and Dental Health Clinic

Prosthodontist
2019 – Present, İstanbul/Turkey

Kadıköy Dayıoğlu Oral and Dental Health Clinic

Prosthodontist
2017 – 2019, İstanbul/Turkey

Tanfer Oral and Dental Health Clinic

Prosthodontist
2016 – 2017, İstanbul/Turkey

Private Çapa Orthodontics Oral and Dental Health Clinic

Prosthodontist
2015 – 2016, İstanbul/Turkey

Gazi University Çayyolu Oral and Dental Health Clinic

Prosthodontist
2010 – 2012, Ankara/Turkey

Education

Başkent University Faculty of Dentistry

Prosthodontics Specialisation Training
2012 – 2105, Ankara/Turkey

Hacettepe University Faculty of Dentistry

Dentistry Training
2010 – 2015, Ankara/Turkey

Scientific Publications

• An overview of resin cements. ADO Journal of Clinical Sciences, 2015.

Attended Vocational Education, Training & Conferences

• Numerous courses and seminars on implantology and esthetic dentistry.