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Sinan Cakir
Dentist
6 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
DR. CINIK HOSPITAL

Sinan Cakir

Dentist
6 years of experience

Sinan Cakir, Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)

Dr. Sinan Cakir is a skilled dental professional with a solid general and cosmetic dentistry background. With over 6 years of experience, Dr. Sinan Cakir is dedicated to delivering comprehensive oral healthcare while enhancing patients' confidence and well-being through high-quality, personalized dental care.

Education

Dr. Sinan Cakir earned their Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree in 2017 from Ataturk University, where they gained extensive training in preventive and restorative dental procedures. During this period, they excelled in clinical rotations covering endodontics and periodontics, solidifying their clinical skills and knowledge of modern dental techniques.

Professional Experience

Dr. Sinan Cakir has provided patient-centered care as a General Dentist at Discim Istanbul from 2018 to 2022 and at Arasdent from 2022 to 2024. Dr. Sinan Cakir will be serving in Dr. Cinik starting in 2024. They demonstrated their expertise in dental cleanings, fillings, root canals, crowns, and cosmetic procedures at this practice. They were known for making patients feel comfortable and well-cared for. Dr. Sinan Cakir specializes in cosmetic dentistry, enhancing patient outcomes and satisfaction through advanced and minimally invasive techniques.

Certifications and Licensure

Dr. Sinan Cakir is a licensed dentist in Istanbul and holds additional certifications in Adhesive Cementation in Clinical Practice, Multidisciplinary Management of Bruxism, Approaches to Hemorrhage in Dentistry and Cardiology, Splint Treatments for TMD Diseases, and Restoration of Occlusal Vertical Dimension with minimal invasive occlusal veneers: Digital and Traditional Methods.

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Sinan Cakir, Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)

Dr. Sinan Cakir is a skilled dental professional with a solid general and cosmetic dentistry background. With over 6 years of experience, Dr. Sinan Cakir is dedicated to delivering comprehensive oral healthcare while enhancing patients' confidence and well-being through high-quality, personalized dental care.

Education

Dr. Sinan Cakir earned their Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree in 2017 from Ataturk University, where they gained extensive training in preventive and restorative dental procedures. During this period, they excelled in clinical rotations covering endodontics and periodontics, solidifying their clinical skills and knowledge of modern dental techniques.

Professional Experience

Dr. Sinan Cakir has provided patient-centered care as a General Dentist at Discim Istanbul from 2018 to 2022 and at Arasdent from 2022 to 2024. Dr. Sinan Cakir will be serving in Dr. Cinik starting in 2024. They demonstrated their expertise in dental cleanings, fillings, root canals, crowns, and cosmetic procedures at this practice. They were known for making patients feel comfortable and well-cared for. Dr. Sinan Cakir specializes in cosmetic dentistry, enhancing patient outcomes and satisfaction through advanced and minimally invasive techniques.

Certifications and Licensure

Dr. Sinan Cakir is a licensed dentist in Istanbul and holds additional certifications in Adhesive Cementation in Clinical Practice, Multidisciplinary Management of Bruxism, Approaches to Hemorrhage in Dentistry and Cardiology, Splint Treatments for TMD Diseases, and Restoration of Occlusal Vertical Dimension with minimal invasive occlusal veneers: Digital and Traditional Methods.

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Tugba Alkan
Dentist
7 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
DR. CINIK HOSPITAL

Tugba Alkan

Dentist
7 years of experience

Tugba Alkan - Dental Surgeon (DDS)

Dr. Tugba Alkan is a committed dentist who provides high-quality, compassionate dental care. With a robust experience in general and aesthetic dentistry, Dr. Tugba Alkan brings over 7 years of experience creating positive patient experiences while delivering evidence-based, lasting oral healthcare solutions.

 

Education

Dr. Tugba Alkan completed their Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree at Gazi University in 2017. Their studies provided a thorough grounding in modern dental science, including critical areas like Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Prosthodontics, and Periodontics. They gained extensive clinical experience through hands-on rotations in various specialties, solidifying technical skills and patient interaction.

 

Professional Experience

Dr. Tugba Alkan has a wealth of experience from their role as a Dentist at various hospitals since 2018. In this role, they handled a full scope of dental procedures, including preventive cleanings, restorative work, root canal therapy, and smile makeovers. Known for their gentle, patient-centered approach, Dr. Tugba Alkan consistently receives positive feedback for their skill in easing patient anxieties and achieving successful outcomes in routine and complex cases.

 

Core Competencies

Dr. Tugba Alkan is skilled in comprehensive dental services, from preventive care to advanced cosmetic and restorative treatments, including veneers, crowns, and digital imaging. Known for their approachable manner and clear communication style, Dr. Tugba Alkan prioritizes educating patients on dental health and prevention.

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Tugba Alkan - Dental Surgeon (DDS)

Dr. Tugba Alkan is a committed dentist who provides high-quality, compassionate dental care. With a robust experience in general and aesthetic dentistry, Dr. Tugba Alkan brings over 7 years of experience creating positive patient experiences while delivering evidence-based, lasting oral healthcare solutions.

 

Education

Dr. Tugba Alkan completed their Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree at Gazi University in 2017. Their studies provided a thorough grounding in modern dental science, including critical areas like Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Prosthodontics, and Periodontics. They gained extensive clinical experience through hands-on rotations in various specialties, solidifying technical skills and patient interaction.

 

Professional Experience

Dr. Tugba Alkan has a wealth of experience from their role as a Dentist at various hospitals since 2018. In this role, they handled a full scope of dental procedures, including preventive cleanings, restorative work, root canal therapy, and smile makeovers. Known for their gentle, patient-centered approach, Dr. Tugba Alkan consistently receives positive feedback for their skill in easing patient anxieties and achieving successful outcomes in routine and complex cases.

 

Core Competencies

Dr. Tugba Alkan is skilled in comprehensive dental services, from preventive care to advanced cosmetic and restorative treatments, including veneers, crowns, and digital imaging. Known for their approachable manner and clear communication style, Dr. Tugba Alkan prioritizes educating patients on dental health and prevention.

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Man Paul
Dentist
8 years of experience

Man Paul

Dentist
8 years of experience
Romania, Cluj-Napoca
Prodent Cluj
Dr Mehmet Emin Celebi
Dentist
15 years of experience
4.5
4 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Istanbul EsteCapelli Clinic Medical Solutions

Dr Mehmet Emin Celebi

Dentist
15 years of experience

Dr. Mehmet Emin Çelebi is an expert and experienced in smile design, dental implantology, all on six and immediate implantology treatments, which are among the most preferred dentistry practices today. He has applied these types of treatments to hundreds of his patients.

Born in Kırıkkale in 1986, Dr. Mehmet Emin Çelebi graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry in 2009. In addition to his dentistry education, he has participated in many seminars and certificate programs related to his areas of expertise.

He has developed his expertise with one-on-one applied courses by following the most current developments in dentistry. He is very experienced in treatments such as smile design, dental implantology, which is one of the most preferred dentistry applications today, and all on six, immediate implantology, which is a multidisciplinary working style.

 

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Dr. Mehmet Emin Çelebi is an expert and experienced in smile design, dental implantology, all on six and immediate implantology treatments, which are among the most preferred dentistry practices today. He has applied these types of treatments to hundreds of his patients.

Born in Kırıkkale in 1986, Dr. Mehmet Emin Çelebi graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry in 2009. In addition to his dentistry education, he has participated in many seminars and certificate programs related to his areas of expertise.

He has developed his expertise with one-on-one applied courses by following the most current developments in dentistry. He is very experienced in treatments such as smile design, dental implantology, which is one of the most preferred dentistry applications today, and all on six, immediate implantology, which is a multidisciplinary working style.

 

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Dr Amuli Mistry
Dentist
14 years of experience

Dr Amuli Mistry

Dentist
14 years of experience
India, Mumbai
Roshni Plus Dental Clinic
Hasan Ozaslan
Dentist
9 years of experience

Hasan Ozaslan

Dentist
9 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Esvita Clinic
Gokhan Basagaoglu
Dentist
21 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Özel Seba Ağız ve DİŞ Sağlığı Polikliniği

Gokhan Basagaoglu

Dentist
21 years of experience

Education

Marmara University Faculty of Dentistry                                      1997-2003

Working Life

Medical Park Fatih Hospital                                                            2003-2011

Okmeydanı Oral & Dental Health Hospital ( Government).         2011-2020

Özel Seba Oral & Dental Health Policlinic ( Co-Founder).            2020- Still Working

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Education

Marmara University Faculty of Dentistry                                      1997-2003

Working Life

Medical Park Fatih Hospital                                                            2003-2011

Okmeydanı Oral & Dental Health Hospital ( Government).         2011-2020

Özel Seba Oral & Dental Health Policlinic ( Co-Founder).            2020- Still Working

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Serhan Tosun
Dentist
24 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Özel Seba Ağız ve DİŞ Sağlığı Polikliniği

Serhan Tosun

Dentist
24 years of experience

Education 

Marmara university Faculty of Dentistry                             1994-2000

Working Life 

Medical Park Fatih Hospital                                                   2000-2011

As a Clinis Owner                                                                     2011-2020

Özel Seba ADSP                                                                        2020- Still Working

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Education 

Marmara university Faculty of Dentistry                             1994-2000

Working Life 

Medical Park Fatih Hospital                                                   2000-2011

As a Clinis Owner                                                                     2011-2020

Özel Seba ADSP                                                                        2020- Still Working

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Tuvan
Dentist
25 years of experience
Turkey, Kusadasi
COUNTRY HOLLİDAY VİLLAGE SAĞILIK -TURİZM

Tuvan

Dentist
25 years of experience
IMPLANTOLOGY COURSE FROM A TO Z (2012, 2013) İZMİR DENTISTS ASSOCIATION
IMPLANTOLOGY COURSE (2013) EGE UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF DENTISTRY
ADVANCED SURGICAL AND IMPLANTOLOGY TRAINING (2013) ISTANBUL
IMPLANTOLOGY WITH THE AXIOM SYSTEM (2013) SALLANCHES/ FRANCE
HANDS-ON HUMAN CADAVER DISSECTION COURSE (2015) UNIVERSITY OF VIENNA
UNCONVENTIONAL IMPLANT DESIGN AND IMPLANT-ABUTMENT CONNECTION (2014) 20th NATIONAL DENTAL CONGRESS KUŞADASI/AYDIN
ADVANCED ‘FUNCTIONAL JAW ORTHOPEDICS AND ORTHODONTICS’ SEMINAR (2011) KADIKÖY/ISTANBUL
DIGITAL SOLUTIONS (2019) CYPRUS
CLINICAL APPLICATIONS OF AESTHETIC RESTORATION MATERIALS IN DENTISTRY (1998) ISTANBUL DENTISTS ASSOCIATION
NEW PRACTICES BROUGHT TO DENTISTRY BY THE “PROTECTIVE UNDERSTANDING” AND MEDICAL APPROACH (1998) ISTANBUL DENTISTS ASSOCIATION
ORAL SIGNS OF SYSTEMIC DISEASES (1998) ISTANBUL DENTISTS ASSOCIATION
APPLIED LASER COURSE (2012) AYDIN DENTISTS ASSOCIATION
MEGAGEN INTERNATIONAL NETWORK OF EDUCATION AND CLINICAL RESEARCH (2016)
ORTHODONTIC SEMINAR ON MALOCCLUSIONS AND TREATMENT APPROACHES (2012) IZMIR
EARLY ORTHODONTIC PRACTICES COURSE (2013) ÖLÜDENİZ/FETHİYE
FUNCTIONAL JAW ORTHOPEDICS INCLUDING SN1, SN2, AND SN3 APPLICATIONS (2011) KADIKÖY/ISTANBUL
ORTHODONTIC MOVEMENTS FOR DAILY DENTISTRY PRACTICES (2011) TAKSİM/ISTANBUL
INTRODUCTION TO THE ALEXANDER DISCIPLINE SEMINAR (2012) İZMİR
ADVANCED LEVEL ALEXANDER DISCIPLINE SEMINAR (2012) İZMİR
ORTHODONTIC DIAGNOSIS AND CEPHALOMETRY (2012) İZMİR
PROSTHETIC SOLUTIONS AND APPLICATION SEMINAR IN IMPLANTOLOGY (2013)
EVOSS ACADEMY SYMPOSIUM (2020) CYPRUS
CRYO SURGICAL COURSE FOR THE TREATMENT OF GINGIVAL PIGMENTATION 14th INTERNATIONAL SCIENTIFIC CONGRESS AND EXHIBITION İZMİR
ESTHETIC DENTISTRY AND TOOTH WHITENING COURSE (2014) SINGAPORE
ELECTROSURGICAL COURSE (2009) 11th INTERNATIONAL SCIENTIFIC CONGRESS AND EXHIBITION ÖLÜDENİZ FETHİYE
CAMLOG IMPLANT APPLICATION COURSE (2005)
TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT AND OCCLUSION SEMINAR (2011) KADIKÖY/ISTANBUL
ADVANCED AUGMENTATION TECHNIQUES WITH BONE CEMENTS / Bone Cement Academy
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IMPLANTOLOGY COURSE FROM A TO Z (2012, 2013) İZMİR DENTISTS ASSOCIATION
IMPLANTOLOGY COURSE (2013) EGE UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF DENTISTRY
ADVANCED SURGICAL AND IMPLANTOLOGY TRAINING (2013) ISTANBUL
IMPLANTOLOGY WITH THE AXIOM SYSTEM (2013) SALLANCHES/ FRANCE
HANDS-ON HUMAN CADAVER DISSECTION COURSE (2015) UNIVERSITY OF VIENNA
UNCONVENTIONAL IMPLANT DESIGN AND IMPLANT-ABUTMENT CONNECTION (2014) 20th NATIONAL DENTAL CONGRESS KUŞADASI/AYDIN
ADVANCED ‘FUNCTIONAL JAW ORTHOPEDICS AND ORTHODONTICS’ SEMINAR (2011) KADIKÖY/ISTANBUL
DIGITAL SOLUTIONS (2019) CYPRUS
CLINICAL APPLICATIONS OF AESTHETIC RESTORATION MATERIALS IN DENTISTRY (1998) ISTANBUL DENTISTS ASSOCIATION
NEW PRACTICES BROUGHT TO DENTISTRY BY THE “PROTECTIVE UNDERSTANDING” AND MEDICAL APPROACH (1998) ISTANBUL DENTISTS ASSOCIATION
ORAL SIGNS OF SYSTEMIC DISEASES (1998) ISTANBUL DENTISTS ASSOCIATION
APPLIED LASER COURSE (2012) AYDIN DENTISTS ASSOCIATION
MEGAGEN INTERNATIONAL NETWORK OF EDUCATION AND CLINICAL RESEARCH (2016)
ORTHODONTIC SEMINAR ON MALOCCLUSIONS AND TREATMENT APPROACHES (2012) IZMIR
EARLY ORTHODONTIC PRACTICES COURSE (2013) ÖLÜDENİZ/FETHİYE
FUNCTIONAL JAW ORTHOPEDICS INCLUDING SN1, SN2, AND SN3 APPLICATIONS (2011) KADIKÖY/ISTANBUL
ORTHODONTIC MOVEMENTS FOR DAILY DENTISTRY PRACTICES (2011) TAKSİM/ISTANBUL
INTRODUCTION TO THE ALEXANDER DISCIPLINE SEMINAR (2012) İZMİR
ADVANCED LEVEL ALEXANDER DISCIPLINE SEMINAR (2012) İZMİR
ORTHODONTIC DIAGNOSIS AND CEPHALOMETRY (2012) İZMİR
PROSTHETIC SOLUTIONS AND APPLICATION SEMINAR IN IMPLANTOLOGY (2013)
EVOSS ACADEMY SYMPOSIUM (2020) CYPRUS
CRYO SURGICAL COURSE FOR THE TREATMENT OF GINGIVAL PIGMENTATION 14th INTERNATIONAL SCIENTIFIC CONGRESS AND EXHIBITION İZMİR
ESTHETIC DENTISTRY AND TOOTH WHITENING COURSE (2014) SINGAPORE
ELECTROSURGICAL COURSE (2009) 11th INTERNATIONAL SCIENTIFIC CONGRESS AND EXHIBITION ÖLÜDENİZ FETHİYE
CAMLOG IMPLANT APPLICATION COURSE (2005)
TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT AND OCCLUSION SEMINAR (2011) KADIKÖY/ISTANBUL
ADVANCED AUGMENTATION TECHNIQUES WITH BONE CEMENTS / Bone Cement Academy
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Reha Gur
Dentist
10 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Natural Clinic

Reha Gur

Dentist
10 years of experience

Graduated from the Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry in 2015, which he entered in 2010 after his education at Ülkü Primary School and Istanbul American Robert High School.

He started his doctorate education at Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in 2015 and completed it in 2020. Then he has continued to work as a professional dentist in the fields of Oral, Dental, and Maxillofacial Diseases and Surgery since 2015 when he started his doctorate education.

Dr. Reha Gür, who has expertise in Dental Implant Surgery, Surgery of Impacted Teeth, Jaw Cysts, and Jaw Joint Disorders, has been working at Natural Clinic now.

  • English at an Advanced Level
  • Academic Competence
  • Operative Surgeon
  • Dental Prosthesis
  • Various medical memberships, achievements, and awards
  • Attendance at several congresses and workshops
  • Dental Implant Surgery
  • Surgery of Impacted Teeth
  • Jaw Cysts
  • Jaw Joint Disorders
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Graduated from the Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry in 2015, which he entered in 2010 after his education at Ülkü Primary School and Istanbul American Robert High School.

He started his doctorate education at Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in 2015 and completed it in 2020. Then he has continued to work as a professional dentist in the fields of Oral, Dental, and Maxillofacial Diseases and Surgery since 2015 when he started his doctorate education.

Dr. Reha Gür, who has expertise in Dental Implant Surgery, Surgery of Impacted Teeth, Jaw Cysts, and Jaw Joint Disorders, has been working at Natural Clinic now.

  • English at an Advanced Level
  • Academic Competence
  • Operative Surgeon
  • Dental Prosthesis
  • Various medical memberships, achievements, and awards
  • Attendance at several congresses and workshops
  • Dental Implant Surgery
  • Surgery of Impacted Teeth
  • Jaw Cysts
  • Jaw Joint Disorders
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Dr Ahmet Bakir
Dentist
7 years of experience

Dr Ahmet Bakir

Dentist
7 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
AURORA TURKEY CLINIC
Shailaja Reddy
Dentist
32 years of experience

Shailaja Reddy

Dentist
32 years of experience
India, Hyderabad
أف أم أس دنتل - أفضل عيادة زراعة الأسنان و طب تجميل الأسنان ألدولي في حيدراباد، الهند
Pawak Tungthangthum
Dentist
15 years of experience
Thailand, Chiang Mai
Kitcha Dental Clinic

Pawak Tungthangthum

Dentist
15 years of experience

Dr. Pawak Tungthangthum is a highly skilled dental expert with over 10 years of experience, trained in the USA and Thailand. He is a member of numerous professional associations and has held a number of positions in various dental clinics and hospitals in Thailand and Cambodia.

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Dr. Pawak Tungthangthum is a highly skilled dental expert with over 10 years of experience, trained in the USA and Thailand. He is a member of numerous professional associations and has held a number of positions in various dental clinics and hospitals in Thailand and Cambodia.

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Rebeca Riera
Dentist
20 years of experience
Mexico, Playa del Carmen
Bokanova Riviera Maya

Rebeca Riera

Dentist
20 years of experience
Dr. Rebeca Riera is a specialist in prosthodontics and aesthetics dentistry at Bokanova Dental Center, fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish.Read more
Dr. Rebeca Riera is a specialist in prosthodontics and aesthetics dentistry at Bokanova Dental Center, fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish.
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Esteban Barragan
Dentist
20 years of experience
Mexico, Playa del Carmen
Bokanova Riviera Maya

Esteban Barragan

Dentist
20 years of experience
Dr Esteban Barragan is an Orthodontist at Bokanova Dental Center who specialises in Conservative Dentistry, Dental Examinations, General Dentistry, Invisalign, Laser Dentistry, Orthodontics, and Paediatric Dentistry (Pedodontics), speaks English and Spanish, and has 28 years of experience in Orthodontics and orthopedics and 41 years in General dentistry with a graduation from UNAM Mexico City and Universidad Latinoamericana Mexico City.Read more
Dr Esteban Barragan is an Orthodontist at Bokanova Dental Center who specialises in Conservative Dentistry, Dental Examinations, General Dentistry, Invisalign, Laser Dentistry, Orthodontics, and Paediatric Dentistry (Pedodontics), speaks English and Spanish, and has 28 years of experience in Orthodontics and orthopedics and 41 years in General dentistry with a graduation from UNAM Mexico City and Universidad Latinoamericana Mexico City.
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Miller Vieira Paula
Dentist
24 years of experience
5.0
3 reviews
Mexico, Cancún
YeahSmile

Miller Vieira Paula

Dentist
24 years of experience

Dr. Miller Vieira Paula specializes in operations such as All-on-4 Dental Implants, All-on-6 Dental Implants, Porcelain Veneer, and Tooth Extraction. He is a distinguished Professor and Researcher in Oral Microbiology and Periodontology, with an extensive research background in periodontal and endodontic infections, oral-gut microbiomes, and dental biofilm.

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Dr. Miller Vieira Paula specializes in operations such as All-on-4 Dental Implants, All-on-6 Dental Implants, Porcelain Veneer, and Tooth Extraction. He is a distinguished Professor and Researcher in Oral Microbiology and Periodontology, with an extensive research background in periodontal and endodontic infections, oral-gut microbiomes, and dental biofilm.

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Ilbilge Satiroglu
Dentist
10 years of experience
Turkey, İzmir
Dent Glow Clinic

Ilbilge Satiroglu

Dentist
10 years of experience
Dr. Ilbilge Satiroglu is a prosthodontist with over ten years of experience in prosthetic and cosmetic dentistry. She excels in treatments like implants, veneers, crowns, and teeth whitening. She has served in diverse settings including hospitals and private clinics, and has performed over 10,750 treatments.Read more
Dr. Ilbilge Satiroglu is a prosthodontist with over ten years of experience in prosthetic and cosmetic dentistry. She excels in treatments like implants, veneers, crowns, and teeth whitening. She has served in diverse settings including hospitals and private clinics, and has performed over 10,750 treatments.
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Yusuf Yancar
Dentist
13 years of experience

Yusuf Yancar

Dentist
13 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Risus Clinic Istanbul
Kaan Kurtdemir
Dentist
36 years of experience
5.0
2 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Esthetic Smile Academy

Kaan Kurtdemir

Dentist
36 years of experience
Dr. Kaan Kurtdemir is a specialist in esthetic dentistry. He is a recognized provider for the Straumann® Dental Implant System.Read more
Dr. Kaan Kurtdemir is a specialist in esthetic dentistry. He is a recognized provider for the Straumann® Dental Implant System.
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