Collagen Membrane Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Dr Ezgi Yazar is a specialist oral surgeon at Istanbul Diş Akademisi with advanced doctoral training in maxillofacial surgery and jaw bone augmentation.

• Specialises in grafting and augmentation of the jaw bones using collagen membranes
• Expertise in managing complex oral diseases and cyst removals
• Doctoral candidate at the University of Health Sciences focusing on oral and maxillofacial surgery
• Trained at Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry, a premier Turkish medical institution
• Member of the Turkish Dental Association and active in national dentistry congresses

Ertuğrul Çakmak graduated from Akdeniz University Faculty of Dentistry in 2021 with high distinction.

Born on June 13, 1995, in Antalya, he began his academic journey at Hüseyin Avni Çöllü Elementary School and completed his high school education at Fen Bilimleri College. Combining his academic success with artistic sensibility, Dr. Çakmak has specialized in aesthetic dentistry, focusing on enhancing both function and beauty in every smile.

With a strong grasp of modern dental techniques, Dr. Çakmak is highly skilled in zirconium crowns, laminate veneers, dental implants, and personalized smile design. Thanks to his aesthetic perspective and eye for detail, he aims to craft natural, harmonious smiles that perfectly match the patient’s facial features and personality.

Understanding that today’s patients seek not only oral health but also visual perfection, Dr. Çakmak integrates digital dentistry technologies into his treatment planning. He prioritizes patient satisfaction at every stage and delivers long-lasting, natural-looking results—particularly in zirconium-based porcelain restorations and screw-retained implant systems.

Outside of his professional life, Ertuğrul Çakmak is passionate about motorsports, an avid fan of theater and cinema, and maintains a disciplined lifestyle through regular fitness. These interests enrich his sense of artistry and attention to detail, both essential qualities in aesthetic dentistry.

With a strong commitment to his field, a passion for continuous development, and a refined artistic eye, Ertuğrul Çakmak is a dynamic and visionary dentist who provides top-tier aesthetic and functional dental treatments.

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 Siavash Abbasgholizadeh is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon who specialised at Marmara University – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical institutions.

• Performs advanced jaw reconstructions using collagen membranes for guided bone regeneration
• Expertise includes complex sinus lift surgeries and zygomatic implant placements
• Focuses on precise membrane placement to safeguard dental implant stability
• Practises at Dentfix Turkey specialising in oral surgical procedures

Kutalmış Yurttürk is a dentist. He studied at the Faculty of Dentistry at Ege University in Izmir. He began in 2013 and graduated in 2018. He also completed postgraduate courses and workshops in aesthetic dentistry, smile design, and dental implants.

He worked in private clinics in Izmir for five years. In 2023, he became a founding partner of Private Egeport Oral and Dental Health Clinic in Gaziemir, Izmir. His practice focuses on smile design, implant surgery, masseter Botox, and aesthetic 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. 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).

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. 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.

Op. Dr. Gamze Kavuncu is a specialist in periodontology and implant dentistry. She earned her DDS from Marmara University in 2013. In the 2016 Dentistry Specialization Examination (DUS), she ranked 76th nationwide and was admitted to the Department of Periodontology at Marmara University.

Her clinical focus includes complex periodontal therapy and implant rehabilitation. She manages endo-perio lesions and performs regenerative periodontal procedures. She also carries out soft-tissue augmentation and treats reactive gingival lesions. Her surgical work includes minimally invasive methods, such as piezo-assisted sinus lift with simultaneous implant placement.

She completed her doctoral research in 2019. It was published in 2020 in the SCI-indexed journal Biomedicine. She is a member of TDB, TPD, and EFP. She holds an International Application Certificate in Botox from Vestiyer Academy and co-founded IDEA Dental Clinic.

Dr Mehmet Emin Celebi specializes in immediate dental implantology and restorative smile design at Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry – Turkey's oldest and most prestigious dental school.

• Experienced in multidisciplinary All-on-6 procedures and complex reconstructions
• Focuses on immediate implantology techniques for faster patient recovery times
• Regularly attends specialist certificate programmes to master current dental technologies
• Has successfully treated hundreds of patients for restorative and cosmetic needs

Dr. Sadik Taki is a specialist in prosthetic dentistry. He graduated from Ankara University Faculty of Dentistry in 2016. He completed his prosthodontics training at Eskişehir Osmangazi University in 2020. He has 8 years of clinical experience. He served as an Assistant Professor at Ankara Medipol University Faculty of Dentistry from 2020 to 2022.

His practice focuses on personalized aesthetic dentistry. Services include digital smile design, laminate veneers, full ceramic crowns, implant-supported prostheses, overdentures, obturators, zirconia crowns, pink esthetic procedures, and partial or complete dentures.

He has presented and published on national and international scientific platforms. He speaks Arabic, English, and Turkish.

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.

The doctor is an accomplished orthodontist who leads a specialized dental clinic in Ankara, focusing on advanced dental care and health tourism. With extensive experience and international qualifications, the doctor provides a comprehensive spectrum of services, including cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, periodontics, and pediatric dentistry. The clinical practice utilizes cutting-edge technology such as digital radiography, laser dentistry, and high-resolution imaging to ensure precision and efficiency.

The doctor emphasizes a patient-centered approach, offering customized smile makeovers, Invisalign clear aligners, and holistic dental treatments. As a certified health tourism provider, the doctor ensures high standards of hygiene and safety for both domestic and international patients.

Dr Deniz Caglar is a specialist in periodontology at Istanbul University, focusing on advanced surgical techniques for gum and bone restoration.

• Specialises in surgical closure of gum recession and periodontal bone loss treatments
• Researches antiplatelet drug interactions with titanium surfaces for improved implant success
• Performs gum tissue correction and gingivectomy for aesthetic and functional results
• Expertise includes gum colour whitening and comprehensive pink smile aesthetics
• Fluent in English and German for clear communication with international patients