Best Orthognathic Surgery Doctors in Istanbul for Australians

Dr Hasan Sahin has performed over 12,000 surgeries for 5,000 patients worldwide at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He specialises in complex craniofacial and reconstructive procedures of the face and jaw.

• Expert in microsurgical vascular nerve repair to restore function and sensation
• Treats complex restorative needs including jaw cysts and chin augmentation
• Board-certified by the Turkish Society of Plastic Surgeons
• Completed advanced international microsurgery training in Antalya and Istanbul
• Focuses on both aesthetic outcomes and functional jaw alignment

Dr. Tayfun Apuhan founded the ENT department at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. He has performed over 4,000 procedures throughout his career. Dr. Apuhan serves as a professor and head of the audiometry program at Doğuş University. He has published over 200 scientific works in the field of head and neck surgery.

• Trained at The Ohio State University and University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf.
• Specializes in functional rhinoplasty, revision nose jobs, and endoscopic sinus surgery.
• Treats head and neck cancers, including tongue and laryngeal tumors.
• Performs pediatric surgeries for tonsils, adenoids, and cleft lip repair.

Dr Abdulsamet Kundakcioglu has performed 1,100 treatments and holds a PhD in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery from Istanbul University.

• Trained in orthognathic surgery at the Royal College of London
• Specialises in Le Fort I Osteotomy and complex jaw reconstructions
• Completed a clinical fellowship at the University of Bern in Switzerland
• Member of the International Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
• Lecturer in implantology and surgical academia at Istanbul University

Associate Professor Ezgi Yuceer Cetiner is a highly skilled maxillofacial surgeon who has performed over 900 procedures at the Bahçeşehir University Dental Hospital.

• Serves as the Chief Physician of the BAU dental clinic and hospital in Istanbul
• Specialises in reconstructive surgery, bone tissue regeneration, and orthognathic cases
• Holds a PhD in oral and maxillofacial surgery from Ondokuz Mayıs University
• Active member of several international associations for oral and maxillofacial surgeons
• Published researcher with numerous articles in peer-reviewed medical journals

Professor Altan Varol is a senior academic and surgeon who leads the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Department at Bahçeşehir University Dental Hospital.

• Brings over two decades of clinical focus to complex jaw reconstruction
• Specialises in orthognathic surgery for both functional and aesthetic correction
• Earned a Professorship in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in 2016
• Expert in treating congenital and acquired jaw deformities
• Trained at Marmara University – a top-tier medical institution in Turkey

Dr. Erkan Karatas is an ENT and maxillofacial surgeon at Atlas University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in skull base surgery and cochlear implant placement. Dr. Karatas has contributed to over 100 medical articles. He completed specialized training at prestigious centers in the US, Germany, Italy, and Switzerland.

• Member of 11 professional associations, including the American Academy of Otolaryngology.
• Expert in complex surgeries for thyroid, tongue, and larynx cancers.
• Performs specialized procedures like stapedectomy, tympanoplasty, and orthognathic surgery.
• Works at an AACI-accredited hospital that treats 565,000 patients annually.

Dr. Mehmet Nuri Elgormus is a specialist at Atlas University Hospital in Istanbul. He treats patients for ear, nose, and throat (ENT) and aesthetic concerns. Dr. Elgormus focuses on resolving breathing and aesthetic issues in a single surgical session. He has performed surgery on hundreds of patients over two decades of practice.

• Specializes in septoplasty, rhinoplasty, and pediatric sinus treatments.
• Performs microsurgery for laryngeal polyps and cleft lip repairs.
• Treats complex conditions like sleep apnea and sensorineural hearing loss.
• Works at AACI-accredited Atlas University Hospital in Istanbul.

With 900+ procedures performed, Dr Eren Pera specialises in orthognathic surgery using 3D surgical planning and virtual simulations at Hospitaprime.

• Uses 3D virtual simulations to plan complex jaw alignments with high decimal-point accuracy
• Completed five years of specialist maxillofacial training at Ankara University Faculty of Dentistry
• Undertook training rotations in plastic surgery and anaesthesiology for a holistic surgical approach
• Expertise includes surgical correction of the jaw, zygomatic implants, and TMJ disorders
• Practices at major JCI-accredited facilities, including Liv Hospital Vadistanbul

Professor Can Tokman is the chief dentist at the Istanbul Dental and Plastic & Esthetic Group with specialized training in maxillofacial concerns. He serves as an accredited healthcare provider for both the United States and British embassies.

• Completed advanced vocational training in implantology in England
• Specialises in the prosthetic chemistry of dental materials for complex reconstructions
• Expertise includes restorative procedures and the application of porcelain veneers
• Lecturer on aesthetic rules and colour theory at national dental congresses
• Fluent in English and German for clear patient communication

The doctor completed dental education at Baskent University Faculty of Dentistry and further specialized in Prosthetic Dentistry at Ankara University Faculty of Dentistry.

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.

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.

Dr Siavash Abbasgholizadeh is a specialist oral and maxillofacial surgeon who completed his rigorous clinical training at Marmara University.

• Specialises in complex orthognathic and maxillofacial reconstructions
• Performs advanced zygomatic implant placements and sinus lift procedures
• Focuses on surgical precision to improve jaw alignment and facial symmetry
• Registered oral surgeon at Dentfix Turkey with a focus on restorative outcomes

The doctor is a dentist and founder of a multidisciplinary oral and dental health clinic in Istanbul, Türkiye. Since graduating in 2019, the doctor has focused on building a practice that integrates clinical excellence with advanced digital technology and a patient-first philosophy. The doctor leads a specialized team, including a prosthodontist, orthodontist, oral and maxillofacial surgeon, and periodontist, to provide coordinated, full-service care.

The doctor specializes in cosmetic dentistry, full-mouth rehabilitation, and dental implantology, including complex All-on-4, All-on-6, and All-on-8 solutions. Fluent in Turkish, English, and Swedish, the doctor provides comprehensive care for international patients, emphasizing transparent communication and long-term aftercare.