Dr Erkan Topak focuses on high-end aesthetic dentistry as the founder of Aqua Dental Clinic – a centre dedicated to smile transformations.

• Specialises in ultra-thin porcelain veneers to improve tooth shape and alignment
• Employs digital smile design to plan results before treatment begins
• Manages the entire clinical process from initial assessment to final bonding
• Provides a range of restorative options for complex dental requirements

Dr Ortac Gop is a lead partner at Dental Park Yalova with over 15 years of experience in digital dentistry and smile makeovers.

• Graduated from Ankara Gazi University – one of the region's top medical institutions
• Focuses on aesthetic smile design and high-end restorative treatments
• Specialises in digital dentistry practices for precise fitting and natural results
• Part of a multi-disciplinary team offering integrated dental care in Turkey
• Handles complex full-mouth rehabilitations for international patients

Professor Adnan Aric is a smile design specialist who graduated from the prestigious Ege University Faculty of Dentistry. He focuses on high-end aesthetic restorations at White Dental Turkey.

• Specialises in full smile makeovers using ultra-thin porcelain veneers
• Recognised for excellence in clinical dental examinations and treatment planning
• Known for clear communication and detailed patient consultations
• Experienced in balancing dental aesthetics with functional bite alignment

Dr Tugce Geyikli holds a Master of Science in Aesthetic Dentistry from King's College London – one of the world's most prestigious dental schools. She uses this high-level training to design precise, natural-looking Lumineer smiles at White Dental Turkey.

• Completed specialised Lamina Veneer training at the Istanbul Dental Academy
• Master degree in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery from Dalhousie University
• Certified in Aesthetic Restoration of Anterior Diastema for closing tooth gaps
• Presented aesthetic dentistry research at major global conferences in Seattle and Amsterdam
• Expertise in smile design using intraoral photography and digital mapping

Dr Begum Guler is an award-winning specialist at DentSpa who holds a PhD in orthodontics from Bezmialem Vakif University.

• Awarded First Class Honours for her clinical dentistry research
• Member of the American Orthodontic Society and the Turkish Aligner Association
• Won first prize for clinical excellence at the Turkish Orthodontic Society Congress
• Specialises in complex tooth movement and jaw alignment protocols
• Presented original research at the American Association of Orthodontists in Los Angeles

Dr Sukran Tufekcioglu is a highly credentialed Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon who specialises in complex smile rehabilitations at DentSpa in Istanbul.

• Graduated as the top student from Marmara University Faculty of Dentistry
• Presented research on maxillofacial aesthetics at the International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in Australia
• Member of the European Association for Cranio-Maxillo-Facial Surgery
• Specialises in aesthetic reconstructions, including Medpor implants and tissue augmentation
• Completed advanced clinical training in Germany, Belgium, and the UK

Professor Serdar Yilmaz is a highly qualified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon who brings academic precision to aesthetic dental procedures at DentSpa in Istanbul.

• Former Assistant Professor at Medipol University, where he helped train the next generation of dental specialists
• Published extensive research on jaw reconstruction and surgical planning for better patient outcomes
• Expert in complex facial anatomy, ensuring Lumineer placement is perfectly aligned with bone structure
• Member of the International Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

The doctor has extensive experience in the field of dentistry, currently practicing at Dentspa Hospital in Istanbul since 2020. Previously, the doctor served at Istanbul Medipol University Unkapanı Dental Hospital from 2017 to 2020 and lectured at Istanbul Medipol University from 2017 to 2019.

The doctor began their career at Esnan Oral and Dental Clinic in 2016. Academically, the doctor is pursuing a PhD in Prosthodontics at Istanbul Medipol University and holds a degree from the Çapa Faculty of Dentistry at Istanbul University.

The doctor is a member of the Turkish Dental Association and the ITI Study Club 2020.

Dr Tugce Akin is a specialised prosthodontist at DentSpa who focuses on complex smile restorations and aesthetic dental solutions.

• Completed advanced Prosthodontics Specialisation Training at Baskent University
• Expert in resin cements and bonding techniques for durable cosmetic results
• Attended numerous international conferences on implantology and aesthetic dentistry
• Specialises in prosthetic dentistry to ensure natural function and appearance
• Published researcher in clinical sciences regarding modern dental materials

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

Dr Jumana Baryhe is a versatile clinician at Aesthetical Clinic who provides a wide spectrum of dental and cosmetic operations. She has earned a strong reputation among her patients for her meticulous approach to aesthetic dental care.

• Specialises in aesthetic dental procedures and smile transformations
• Focuses on combining cosmetic outcomes with long-term dental health
• Delivers tailored treatment plans based on individual patient goals
• Known for exceptional patient care and detailed consultations

Dr Tamer Cakar is one of only two dentists globally to own a dedicated clinic, atelier, and dental laboratory for precise aesthetic work.

• Specialises in aesthetic dentistry and restorative treatments at Catwalk Nisantasi
• Completed an aesthetic and endodontic internship at the Ege University Faculty of Dentistry
• Manages his own in-house dental lab to maintain strict quality control
• Uses a master's level background in dentistry from Aegean University
• Focuses on high-end cosmetic finishes and smile design

Dr Salih Polat is a Hacettepe University graduate who practices at the well-regarded Ulusoydent Oral and Dental Care Clinics.

• Graduated from Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's top-tier medical and dental schools
• Holds a specialised Implant Certificate for complex restorative cases
• Focuses on ethical, evidence-based dentistry and scientifically proven treatment protocols
• Practices at Ulusoydent, a clinic specialising in modern aesthetic dental solutions
• Bilingual clinician providing consultations and treatment plans in fluent English