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Prof.Dr. Hakan Alpay Karasu, D.D.S. 

Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Dean of the Faculty of Dentistry

Fields of Study and Interests

• Orthognathic Surgery
• Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate Surgery
• Maxillofacial Cyst, Tumor Surgery
• Advanced Surgical Bone Healing Techniques
• Impacted Tooth Surgery
• Dental Implants
• TME surgery
• Jaw-Face Traumas
• Jaw joint disorders

Education

1998 - University of London, Department of Oral, Dental and Maxillofacial Surgery

• 1991- Ankara University Faculty of Dentistry

Career

Ankara Medipol University Faculty of Dentistry

University of London, Faculty of Dentistry

• Ankara University, Department of Oral, Dental and Maxillofacial Surgery
• Gülhane Military Medicine Academy, Faculty of Dentistry

Publications and Congress Statements

1.Karasu HA., Okçu KM., Ortakoğlu K., Bayar GR., Aydıntuğ Y., "Treatment of Temporomandibular Joint Ankylosis with Temporalis Superficial Fascia Flap" Mil Med,2005;170(2):167
2. Özer L., Karasu HA., Aras K., Tokman B., Ersoy E., "Dentin Dysplasia Type 1: Report of Atypical Cases in The Permanent and Mixt Dentitions" Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radio/ Endod, 2004;98:85-90
3. Sayan NB., Üçok C., Karasu HA., Günhan Ö., "Peripheral Osteoma of The Oral and Maxillofacial Region: A Study of 35 New Cases" J Oral Maxillofac Surg, 2002;60:1299-1301
4. Doğan N., Üçok C., Korkmaz C., Üçok Ö., Karasu HA., "The Effects of Articaine Hydrochloride on Wound Healing: An Experimental Study" J Oral Maxillofac Surg, 2003;61:1467-1470
5. Karasu HA., Ortakoğlu K., Okçu M., Günhan Ö., "Osteochondroma of the Mandibular Condyle: Report of a Case and Review of the Literature" Mil Med, 2005;170(9):79

6. Altug Ataç AT., Karasu HA., Aytaç D., "Surgically Assisted Rapid Maxillary Expansion Compared with Orthopedic Rapid Maxillar Expansion" Angle Orthodontist, 2006;76(3):353-359
7. Sayan NB., Karasu HA., Uyanik LO., Aytaç D., "Two- stage Treatment of TMJ Ankylosis by Early Surgical Approach and Distraction Osteogenesis" J Craniofac Surg,2007;18(1):212-217
8. Üçok C., Karasu HA., Orhan K., Üçok Ö., Tuncer N., "Intravascular Papillary Endothelial Hyperplasia and Osteoma: A Case Report of an Individual with 2 Different Pathologies" Quintessence Int, 2007;38, (2):88-91
9. Kurt G. Altuğ-Atac AT., Ataç MS., Karasu HA., “Stability of SARME and OME after 3 years Follow-up.” The Angle Orthodontist. 2010;80(4):613-619
10. Kurt G., Altuğ-Atac AT., Ataç MS., Karasu HA., “Changes in Nasopharyngeal Airway Following Orthopedic and Surgically Assisted Rapid Maxillary Expansion” J Craniofac Surg 2010;21:312-317
11. Altuğ-Ataç AT., Ataç MS., Kurt G., Karasu HA., “Comparison of Surgically Assisted RME and Orthopedic RME: Changes in Nasal Structure” Int J Oral and Maxillofac Surg 2010;39:129-135.
12. Aydemir H, Memikoğlu U, Karasu H. Pharyngeal airway space, hyoid bone position and head posture after orthognathic surgery in Class III patients.” Angle Orthod. 2012 Nov;82(6):993-1000. doi: 10.2319/091911-597.1. Epub 2012 Apr 11. PMID:22500578
13. Efendiyeva R1, Aydemir H, Karasu H, Toygar-Memikoğlu U. “Pharyngeal airway space, hyoid bone position, and head posture after bimaxillary orthognathic surgery in Class III patients: Long-term evaluation.” Angle Orthod. 2014 Mar 7. [Epub ahead of print]
14. SUNAL AKTÜRK EZGİ, EREN HAKAN, GÖRÜRGÖZ CANSU, ORHAN KAAN, KARASU HAKAN ALPAY, AKAT BORA, TOYGAR MEMİKOĞLU TÜLİN UFUK (2020). Electromyographic, Ultrasonographic, and Ultrasound Elastographic Evaluation of the Masseter Muscle in Class III Patients Before and After Orthognathic Surgery. Journal of Craniofacial Surgery (Yayın No: 6276746)
15. Sahbaz Emir Bahman,CESUR EMRE,ALTUĞ DEMİRALP AYŞE TUBA,Ergül Kutay Can,KARASU HAKAN ALPAY,TOYGAR MEMİKOĞLU TÜLİN UFUK (2019). Is It Possible to Protract the Maxilla by Surgically Assisted Rapid Maxillary Expansion and Intermaxillary Class III Elastics? Turkish Journal of Orthodontics, 32(02), 96-104., Doi: 10.5152/Turkjorthod.2019.18060 (Yayın No: 5697928)
16. Aydemir H, Efendiyeva R, Karasu H, Toygar M, Tülin U (2015). Evaluation of Long-Term Soft Tissue Changes After Bimaxillary Orthognathic Surgery in Class III Patients. The Angle Orthodontist, 85(4), 631-637., Doi: 10.2319/062214-449.1

17. Karasu HA., Uyanık LO., Üçok C., Sayan NB., "The Use of Iliac Bone Greft on Maxillomandibular Defects" IntJ Oral Maxillofac Surg. 32(Supplement I) S39 (2003), 16 th International Conference on Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Athens, Greece.

18. Üçok C., Karasu HA., Akçam O., Uyanık LO., Üçok Ö., Sayan NB., "The Use Rapid External Distraction on Cleft Patient" IntJ Oral Maxillofac Surg. 32(Supplement I) S18 (2003), 16th International Conference on Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Athens, Greece.

19. Uyanık LO., Karasu HA., Aytaç D., "The use of Rigid External Distraction for Midface Hypoplasia" J Cranio-Maxillofac Surg. 34(Supplement 1) 155-156 (2006), Abstracts from the 18th Congress of The European Association for Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery, Barcelona, Spain.

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She has performed thousands of dental treatments and is known for her expertise and patient care. Dr. Karakuş received a Certificate of Honor from Ege University. She also holds several accreditations in implantology and cosmetic dentistry. She is a member of the Turkish Dental Association and speaks both English and Turkish.

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.

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Dr. Pawak Tungthangthum brings over 10 years of dental expertise, with specialized training in the USA and Thailand.

• Head of Dental Department at Bangkok Chiang Mai Hospital
• Trained at Los Angeles School of Dentistry in advanced implantology
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Dr. Rebeca Riera specializes in prosthodontics and cosmetic dentistry, with advanced training from Universitat Internacional de Catalunya in Barcelona.

• Master's degree in Prosthodontics and TMJ disorders
• Fluent in Spanish, English, and Italian
• Former professor at UIC's postgraduate program
• Focuses on individualized smile design

Dr. Barragan specializes in implantology and prosthetic dentistry, with advanced training in bone regeneration techniques.

• PhD research in bone regeneration biomaterials
• Postgraduate training at Universitat Internacional de Catalunya
• Fluent in Spanish, English, Italian, and French
• International speaker on bone regeneration

Dr. Fahri Doruk is an experienced dentist skilled in advanced dental procedures. He specializes in All-on-4 Dental Implants, porcelain veneers, and root canal treatments. Dr. Doruk is known for his patient-focused and pain-free approach. He helps patients manage dental anxiety and ensures high satisfaction.

He graduated from Ege University Faculty of Dentistry. Dr. Doruk focuses on conservative, protective, and aesthetic treatments. He is dedicated to excellence and uses innovative techniques. His work is recognized for delivering quality dental care and achieving excellent results.

Erciyes University Faculty of Dentistry

International Team for Implantology (ITI)

Turkish Society of Prosthodontics and Implantology

Turkish Dental Association (TDB)

Born and raised in Turkey, Dr. Pera attended the highly reputed Hacettepe University Dentistry Faculty from 2008 to 2013, where he began his journey to become a dentist. His passion for the field led him to further specialize in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, a field he trained in extensively at Ankara University Faculty of Dentistry from 2016 to 2021.

To ensure a holistic approach to patient care, Dr. Pera undertook several rotations between 2016 and 2019. This included areas like Anesthesiology and Reanimation, Emergency Medicine, Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, and Ear, Nose and Throat Diseases, all at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine.

Before establishing Hospitaprime, Dr. Pera served as an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon at the esteemed Koru Hospital in Ankara from May 2021 to July 2022. Shortly after, he joined Memorial Hospital in Istanbul in September 2022, where he continues to practice.

In March 2023, Dr. Pera took a significant step in his career by founding Hospitaprime in Istanbul, a state-of-the-art dental clinic offering a myriad of dental services. Through Hospitaprime, Dr. Pera has actualized his vision of providing unparalleled dental care, ensuring each patient benefits from his extensive knowledge, experience, and passion for the field.

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Dr. Mastakov is known for his skills in advanced imaging, diagnostics, and soft tissue management. He works extensively with MegaGen AnyRidge and AnyOne implant systems. He also performs all-on-4/6 procedures and immediate implant placement. Dr. Mastakov is proficient in CBCT-guided planning, restorative dentistry, and complex surgical techniques.

Dr. Miller Vieira Paula is an internationally certified implantologist and dental ceramist. He has over 20 years of experience and has performed more than 25,000 dental procedures. He specializes in All-on-4 and All-on-6 dental implants, porcelain veneers, and advanced tooth extractions. Dr. Paula is also a professor and researcher in oral microbiology and periodontology. He has made significant contributions to research on periodontal and endodontic infections, the oral-gut microbiome, and dental biofilm.

He holds a Mexican Professional License (#11306461), an MBA, and advanced certifications in implantology and dental aesthetics. Dr. Paula is a member of the American Dental Association, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, and the Brazilian Society of Esthetic Dentistry. He leads YeahSmile Clinic in Cancun, which is known for patient satisfaction and innovation in dental care.

Dr. Koray Atik is a dental specialist with a focus on aesthetic dentistry and implantology. He graduated from Hacettepe University Faculty of Dentistry in 2011. He later continued his training in aesthetic dentistry in London.

Dr. Atik is skilled in advanced procedures such as All-on-4 dental implants, porcelain veneers, and lumineers. He is known for achieving high patient satisfaction. He also writes regularly for Milliyet Newspaper, where he shares information about dental health. His international training and dedication to quality care have earned him a strong reputation in his field.