Best Sinus-lifting doctors in Turkey: TOP 54 doctors

Dr. Susana Akdash is a skilled dentist who graduated from Ege University in Turkey. She focuses on implantology and dental aesthetics. Her graduation thesis was on "Implant Prosthesis and Aesthetics." She has advanced training in dental implant treatments, including All-on-4, All-on-6, and All-on-2 systems. Dr. Akdash also specializes in smile design, laminate veneers, zirconia crowns, and oral surgery.

She has attended many international seminars and congresses to improve her skills. These include the IHDE Implants Immediate Loading Course, IVOCLAR VIVADENT Smile Design Course, and several TDB and TDA congresses. Dr. Akdash uses the latest technology in her work and is dedicated to providing high-quality care in implantology and cosmetic dentistry.

Dt. Ebru Şaşmazlar

she graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry in 2000. Between 2000 to 2021, she worked in her own office in Şişli; and between 2021 to 2024, she worked in her own clinic on Bağdat Street.
She has attended numerous seminars and courses throughout her career.
she received "Digital Smile Design" training at Miami University, USA in 2014; and "Advanced Implantology" training at California Northstate University in 2017.
With 24 years of experience, I am currently operating in Klinik En.

Dt. Gizem Kalyaz graduated from Yakın Doğu University in 2019

and specializes in aesthetic dentistry, having treated over 1,500

patients. She joined Soraca Med in 2023 after gaining

valuable experience at Kayra Clinic.
 

During my four years of experience, I have realized that dentistry is not only a profession but also a service. Gaining the trust of my patients and empathizing with them is the key to a successful treatment process. In this context, I took care to deal with each of my patients individually and listened to their concerns and focused on solutions.

Professional Summary

Highly skilled and dedicated Periodontologist and Implantologist with over 14 years of experience in diagnosing, treating, and managing periodontal diseases and performing dental implant surgeries. Known for expertise in gingival aesthetics, smile design, and advanced bone augmentation procedures. Committed to delivering exceptional patient care and maintaining high standards of dental health.

Education

Specialty in Periodontology
Erciyes University Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Periodontology
2012 - 2016

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)
Ondokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Dentistry
2009

Professional Experience

Private Practice, Ankara
Periodontologist & Implantologist
2018 - Present

• Provide specialized dental care in gingival diseases and implant surgery.
• Perform 500-1000 dental implant applications annually.
• Focus on gingival aesthetics, smile design, bone augmentation, sinus surgeries, and surgical treatment of gingival recession.

Oral and Dental Health Hospital, Ministry of Health
Specialist Dentist
2016 - 2018

• Specialized in gingival diseases and implant surgery.
• Worked in a high-volume setting, contributing to the improvement of patients’ oral health through advanced periodontal and implant procedures.

Erciyes University, Department of Periodontology
Research Assistant
2012 - 2016

• Assisted in clinical research and academic projects related to periodontology.
• Supported faculty with teaching and mentoring dental students.

Private Sector Dentist, Bolu and Ankara
General Dentist
2010 - 2012

• Provided comprehensive dental care and treatments to a diverse patient population.
• Gained valuable experience in patient management and clinical practice.

Professional Affiliations

• Turkish Periodontology Association
• Turkish Dental Association

Skills

• Gingival Aesthetics and Smile Design
• Dental Implant Surgery
• Bone Augmentation Procedures
• Sinus Surgeries
• Surgical Treatment of Gingival Recession
• Patient Care and Communication

Continuing Education

Regularly attend national and international conferences, workshops, and seminars to stay updated with the latest advancements in periodontology and implantology.

Languages Turkish (Native) & English

References : Available upon request.

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)

Areas of Interest

-Preventive Dentistry

-Dental Bleaching (Tooth Whitening)

-Direct and Indirect Restorative Treatments (Esthetic Fillings)

-Dental Implant Procedures

-Smile Design and Pink Aesthetic

- Hollywood Smile

Education & Specialization

2009 to 2014: Ankara University, Faculty of Dentistry – Bachelor of Dentistry

2018 to 2021: Dicle University, Faculty of Dentistry – Specialization in Restorative Dentistry

Professional Experience

Jan 2020 to Sep 2021:
Dicle University, Faculty of Dentistry

Chairman, Hazardous Material Safety Consultancy Service Commission

Permanent Member, Medical Consumables Inspection and Acceptance Commission

Dec 2021 to Oct 2024:
Medicine Hospital, Oral and Dental Health Clinic

Clinic Supervisor

Courses & Certifications

27th Balkan Stomatological Society (BaSS) Congress
Participation Certificate , 2023 | Istanbul

2nd Istanbul Meeting, Istanbul Chamber of Dentists
Participation Certificate – 2024 | Istanbul

Direct Composite Veneers Course
Course Certificate – 2024 | Istanbul

Professional Memberships

-Turkish Dental Association

-Restorative Dentistry Association

Research and Articles

•Bakır EP, Bakır S, Unal S, Ertugrul MO, Uysal E. Diş çürüğü ve kan grupları arasındaki ilişkinin değerlendirilmesi, Disiplinler arası tıbbi araştırmalar, İKSAD yayınevi, Ankara, 2020.

•Unal S, Bakır S, Bakır EP, Sonkaya E, Ertugrul MO. Vücut kitle indeksi ile diş çürüğü ilişkisi, Güncel endodonti ve restoratif çalışmaları, Akademisyen kitapevi, Ankara, 2020.

•Ertugrul MO, Bakır S, Bakır EP, Ozcan N. An Evaluation of the effect on streptococcus mutans adhesion of surface roughness in different aesthetic restorative materials, Cumhuriyet Dental Journal, 2024.

Oguz Akca - dentist, 4 years of practical experience.

Education

Graduated from the Faculty of Dentistry at Marmara University.

Internships and Seminars

• Advanced training at the University of California, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, 2013.
• 2nd Spring Dental Symposium, 2013.

Prof. Dr. Kandemir was the head of the Periodontology Department at Ege University until 2019. He has made significant contributions to dental science, particularly in periodontal disease and implantology over his dynamic career.

Dr. Kandemir holds a Doctorate in Clinical Sciences from Ege University, where he has been a full professor since 1994. He has published 14 research papers and presented at various international conferences, including the İzmir Dişhekimleri Odası and ACBID International Conference.

He has supervised numerous doctoral theses and led impactful research projects, enhancing periodontal treatment methods. Dr. Kandemir is proficient in English and continues to advance dental education and care standards at Nifa Dent Oral and Dental Health Clinic.

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.

Dr. Babek Yunuszade is a general dentist with eight years of clinical experience. He practices at BY Dental Clinic in Şişli, Istanbul. He provides fixed and removable prosthetics, prosthetic rehabilitation after periodontal therapy, laminate veneer and composite restorations, endodontics, and implant surgery. Implant work includes bone-level placement, flap elevation, guided healing, and simple bone augmentation. He restores with implant-supported crowns and bridges, and locator- or bar-retained dentures.

He earned his DDS from Azerbaijan Medical University in 2016. He completed equivalency training at Kocaeli University in 2018–2019. His recent continuing education includes soft-tissue surgery (2025), implant-supported prosthetics, and occlusion/TMJ. He attended the 2023 International Dentistry Congress. In 2021, he completed courses in implantology, prostheses, porcelain laminate, and advanced orthodontics. He is a member of the Turkish Dental Association. He speaks English and Russian.

Dr. Ali Kilic is a specialist in implantology, oral surgery, cosmetic and plastic surgery, reconstructive surgery, and hand surgery. He has 24 years of experience and has performed more than 16,000 successful treatments. His work covers a wide range of dental and complex surgical procedures.

He earned his DDS from Ege University. He completed advanced training in maxillofacial surgery and implantology at Radboud University. Dr. Kilic also holds a medical degree from Hacettepe University. He finished his residency at Istanbul University and completed a Hand Surgery Fellowship at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. He is a member of the Turkish Dental Association.

Dr. Bugra Cakin is a specialist in Periodontology. He graduated from Hacettepe University Faculty of Dentistry in 2014. He completed his specialty training in Periodontology in 2019. His thesis focused on immediate implantation.

Dr. Cakin is known for his work in advanced implant procedures, immediate implantation and restoration, and soft and hard tissue augmentation. He has presented many papers at national and international congresses and conferences.

He is a member of the Turkish Dental Association and the Turkish Periodontology Association. These accreditations reflect his dedication to high standards in dental care.

Dr. Emre Çimen graduated from Ankara University Faculty of Dentistry in 2004. He completed his specialty and PhD in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in 2011. Dr. Çimen has many years of experience as a maxillofacial surgeon and implantologist. He has worked in top private clinics in Istanbul.

He improved his skills in advanced implantology, including All-on-4 and Zygomatic Implants, through observer programs at the Malo Clinic in Portugal in 2014 and 2018. Since February 2020, Dr. Çimen has been treating patients at his private clinic in Istanbul Ataşehir. He focuses on complex implant cases.

Dr. Çimen is also an active educator. He regularly gives courses and seminars on the Treatment of Total Toothlessness, All-on-4, and Aesthetic Zone Implant Applications.

Dr. Zeynep Yılmaz is an experienced orthodontist with more than 14 years in the field. She specializes in Invisalign and transparent aligner treatments. She received her master’s degree from Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry in 2010. Since 2014, she has worked at Bergedent Clinic.

Dr. Yılmaz is a certified Invisalign provider. She is known for her skills in modern orthodontic treatments. She speaks English fluently. Dr. Yılmaz has treated hundreds of patients and is committed to high patient satisfaction. She also contributes to the development of orthodontic care.

Dr. Nebil Sezer, MSc, is a dentist who graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry in 1988. He focuses on ceramic porcelain laminates, dental implants, and laser dentistry. He received advanced training at the University of Genova and the University of Rome Guglielmo Marconi.

Dr. Sezer has more than 35 years of clinical experience. He has managed dental practices in both Istanbul and Baghdad. He completed accredited courses in Ceramco porcelain laminates and Dentsply Implantology. He has attended many national and international congresses. Dr. Sezer also served as president of the Istanbul Institute of Dentistry Association.

Dr. Tunç Berge, MSc, is an experienced dentist in Istanbul. He specializes in prosthodontics, esthetic dentistry, dental implants, and laser dentistry. He has over 35 years of clinical experience. Dr. Berge holds master’s degrees in Crown Bridge Prosthesis and Implant Surgery. He also has advanced certifications from the American Laser Dentistry Academy, Straumann ITI, and the Las Vegas Institute.

Dr. Berge is a guest professor in Oral Implantology at Marconi University of Rome. He has trained internationally in the USA, Germany, Italy, and Switzerland. He has led many advanced courses and served as president of the Istanbul Dental Institute. Dr. Berge is known for his work in implantology and laser applications. He has contributed to thousands of successful dental implant and esthetic procedures.

Dr. Mehmet Emre Eroğlu is the principal dentist at Atamer Clinic. He specializes in implantology and aesthetic dentistry. He graduated from Antalya Akdeniz University, a respected dental school.

Dr. Eroğlu is known for his skill in dental implants and cosmetic treatments. His work helps maintain high patient satisfaction at Atamer Clinic. He is dedicated to ongoing learning and follows international standards in dental care.