Best Periodontitis Doctors in Turkey for Australians

Dr. Burak Buyukturk is an orthodontist at Estemarley in Istanbul. He holds a PhD in Orthodontics from Süleyman Demirel University. Dr. Buyukturk completed six years of doctoral training in treatment planning and clinical research. He treats children, adolescents, and adults for complex dental alignment issues.

• Member of the European Orthodontic Society (EOS).
• Performs orthodontic procedures including Invisalign, ceramic braces, and e-motion aligners.
• Former faculty member in the Department of Orthodontics at Süleyman Demirel University.
• Works at Estemarley, a center serving 3,000 international patients annually.

Dr. Ali Sirali is an implantology and periodontology specialist at Inci Dis International Dental Clinic. He served as a former faculty member at Bezmialem Vakif University. Dr. Sirali graduated from Istanbul University in 2006. He focuses on surgical dentistry and complex gum treatments.

• Performs dental implant placement, sinus lifting, and bone graft applications.
• Treats periodontitis using advanced techniques like flap operations and tissue grafts.
• Provides surgical tooth extractions and gingivectomy procedures.
• Works at a clinic holding JCI, ISO, and TEMOS international quality accreditations.

Dr Birkan Duras specialises in pink aesthetics and dental restoration at YEG Clinic, focusing on restoring gum health and appearance.

• Specialises in gum contouring to reshape and manage soft tissue following gum disease
• Expert in prosthodontics – the restoration and replacement of teeth for functional health
• Active researcher at Istanbul University focusing on dental restoration and implantology
• Member of the Aesthetic Dentistry Academy Association and the Turkish Dental Association

Dr. Ender Tukay is a specialist prosthodontist at Fizyomer Terapia in Eskisehir. He completed his specialty training at the Gülhane Military Medical Academy. Dr. Tukay focuses on restoring dental function and aesthetics through restorative procedures. He treats complex conditions like temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders.

• Installs fixed smile restorations including porcelain crowns and dental bridges.
• Provides implant-supported fixed and removable prostheses for tooth loss.
• Performs root canal treatments and conservative restorative dental care.
• Offers clinical teeth bleaching and detailed guidance on oral hygiene care.

Professor Tavas is a highly qualified specialist at Istinye Dental Hospital who earned his PhD from the University of Manchester.

• Holds a Masters and PhD from a prestigious British institution
• Serves as a senior faculty member at Istinye University
• Focuses on clinical research involving dental bonding and enamel health
• Specialises in complex cases requiring academic-level oversight
• Expert in resin-based dental materials for durable tooth repairs

Dr Asli Usta Tahmaz is a specialist at Istinye Dental Hospital focusing on saving teeth through non-surgical periodontal care and root canal therapy.

• Specialises in non-surgical periodontal treatments like scaling to manage gum disease without invasive surgery
• Focuses on endodontic therapy to clean and seal infected root canals to prevent tooth loss
• Member of the Turkish Endodontic Society and the Turkish Dental Association
• Utilises restorative techniques to fix tooth structure and aesthetics after periodontal stabilization

Dr Kadriye Merve Altikat leads the Oral and Dental Health Program at Istinye University, specialising in saving teeth through bone loss therapies and gum regenerative treatments.

• Holds a PhD in Periodontology from Gazi University, focusing on bone and stem cell regeneration
• Treats peri-implant diseases to save failing dental implants and prevent further bone loss
• Specialises in gum aesthetics and treating halitosis through targeted periodontal care
• Trains other dentists in suturing and flap closure techniques for precise surgical outcomes
• Completed UK-based training in maxillofacial surgery skills at London clinics

Dr Erisa Olkun is a graduate of the prestigious Istanbul University Çapa Faculty of Dentistry with a strong focus on maintaining periodontal tissue health.

• Specialises in managing tissue health around dental implants to prevent periodontal disease
• Completed advanced research on inlay and onlay aesthetic restorations for long-lasting tooth repair
• Experienced in using transparent orthodontic appliances to align teeth without traditional braces
• Provides multi-lingual care in English, Turkish, Italian, and Albanian for international patients

Dr. İpek Ablak is a prosthodontist. She focuses on restoring and replacing teeth to improve function and aesthetics. She earned a five-year dentistry degree from the Near East University Faculty of Dentistry. Her thesis was on isolation, cleaning, and shaping methods in endodontic treatment. She provides care at Akdiş Oral and Dental Health Clinic.

Her clinical scope includes prosthetic treatments, implantology, minor surgery, endodontics, and aesthetic dentistry. She continues training in surgery, aesthetics, and advanced prosthetics. She is a member of the Turkish Dental Association (TDB).

Dt. Seyit Burak Şanda is a dentist. He graduated from the 19 Mayıs University Faculty of Dentistry in 2004. He first worked in private practice. From 2007 to 2022, he served at the Amasya Oral and Dental Health Polyclinic and the Güngören Oral and Dental Health Polyclinic. In 2022, he co-founded Mesta Dent Polyclinic. He aims to use his surgical and prosthetic skills more effectively there.

Clinical interests: maxillofacial surgery, dental implants, aesthetic dentistry, dental prosthetics, and general dentistry. Languages: English, German.

Dr Ekin Dogan is a specialist periodontist at Dental Bosphorus who uses periodontal microsurgery to treat gum recession and restore tissue health.

• Uses surgical magnification to ensure high precision during delicate gum repair
• Performs regenerative surgeries to regrow lost bone and support structures
• Specialises in connective tissue grafts to treat advanced gum recession
• Maintains case follow-up with professional clinical photography to track healing
• Member of the International Team for Implantology and Turkish Society of Periodontology

Dr. Anilcan Aygun graduated from the Selçuk University Faculty of Dentistry in 2013. He completed a thesis on ultrasonics in endodontics. He has worked at Papatya Dental Clinic since 2018. He has treated more than 7,000 patients. His focus areas are endodontics, aesthetic restorations, implantology, and oral surgery.

Selected training: Root Canal Treatment and Complications (2019); Rotary Instrument Use in Endodontics (2019); Fethiye Sirona Dentsply International Congress (2019); Aesthetic Composite Restorations (2020); Laminate Restorations (2021); Open Sinus Lift Techniques and Materials (2022); Nobel Implant Meeting, North Cyprus (2022); Botox and Dermal Filler Course, North Cyprus (2023).

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 lead's oral and maxillofacial surgery at Dentfix Turkey, specialising in restoring gum health and bone structure.

• Graduated and specialised at Marmara University in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
• Performs sinus lift surgeries to restore bone lost to gum disease
• Expert in dental implants and zygomatic implants for complex cases
• Focuses on precision-based surgery for faster healing and better aesthetics
• Provides comprehensive care for patients with advanced tissue damage

Dr. Seher Bektas is a dentist with over 26 years of experience. She specializes in implantology, prosthodontics, cosmetic dentistry, and oral surgery. She keeps her skills current through advanced international training.

She has performed more than 25,000 successful dental procedures. She has cared for thousands of patients. She is known for precise, patient-centered care. Her work has earned awards for clinical excellence and contributions to dental education.

She uses modern technology. She tailors care to each patient to ensure quality and comfort.

Dr. Birce Noymalı is an orthodontist. She focuses on diagnosing, preventing, and correcting misaligned teeth and jaws. She earned her dental degree from Bezmialem Vakıf University, Faculty of Dentistry. She completed her PhD in Orthodontics at Istanbul Altınbaş University (2017–2023).

She is a member of the Turkish Orthodontic Society (TOD), the European Orthodontic Society (EOS), and the Turkish Aligner Association (TAD). She is skilled in modern clear aligner systems. She speaks English and provides personalized treatment plans for long-term results.