Gulsevim Oda, D.M.D

Fields of Study and Interests

• Anterior and posterior region restorations
• Milk tooth amputation and root canal treatment 
• Tooth extraction and space maintainers
• Dental Treatments Under General Anesthesia
• Protective dental treatments

Education

2015- İstanbul University Faculty of Dentistry 

2020- İstanbul University Faculty of Dentistry Department of Pedodontics

Career

2022- continuing Ankara Medipol University Dental Hospital

2015 - 2020 Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry

Publications

Oda G, Karayagmurlu A, Dagli I, Aren G, Soylu N. Oral Health Status in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Cross Sectional Study from Turkey. Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences 2021;11(3):186-192. Doi: 10.5455/PBS.20210321075312

Birant S, Koruyucu M, Ozcan H, Ilisulu C, Kasimoglu Y, Avcu N, Kocaaydin S, Bektas D, Usta G, Akay C, Bekiroglu N, Seymen F. Investigating the Level of Knowledge of the Community about Oral and Dental Health [published online ahead of print, 2020 Sep 15]. Eur J Dent. 2020;10.1055/s-0040-1716583.
 

Usta G., Çağlar E., Aren G., “Diş Hekimlerinin Enfektif Endokarditi Önleme Konusundaki Bilgilerinin Değerlendirilmesi.”, Turkish Dental Association 25. International Dental Congress, Istanbul, Turkey, 4-7 September 2019, pp.373. (Sözlü Sunum, Özet Bildiri)

Can K., Usta G., Aren G., “Apexification of Immature Fractured Teeth with MTA: Case
Series.”, 11th Interim Seminar & Guidelines Workshop of the European Academy of
Paediatric Dentistry, Crete, Greece, 2-4 May 2019, pp.52. (Poster Sunumu, Özet Bildiri)
 

Usta G., Güven Y., Sarp P., Aren G., “Radicular cyst associated with a primary second molar: a case report.”, International Association of Paediatric Dentistry Regional Meeting and 25th Congress of Turkish Society of Paediatric Dentistry, İstanbul, Turkey, 12-14 October 2018, pp180. (Poster Sunumu, Özet Bildiri)
 

Usta G., Kasımoğlu Y., Aren G., “Replante Edilen Bir Dişte İnflamatuar Rezorpsiyonun Tedavisi.” Turkish Dental Association 24. International Dental Congress, Ankara, Turkey, 27-30 September 2018, pp.648-649. (Poster Sunumu, Özet Bildiri)

Koruyucu M., Birant S., Özcan H., İlisulu C., Kasımoğlu Y., Üstün N., Kocaaydın S., Dinç D., Usta G., Akay C., Bekiroğlu N., Seymen F., “Investigation the level of knowledge of the community about oral and dental health.”, International Congress On Preventive Dentistry, Erzurum, Turkey, 5-8 March 2018. (Sözlü Sunum, Özet Bildiri).

Aren G., Usta G., Çayırcı M., Acar B., “Assessment of parents' knowledge and attitudes about artificial additives in toothpaste and brushing / Survey Study.”, International Congress On Preventive Dentistry, Erzurum, Turkey, 5-8 March 2018. (Sözlü Sunum, Özet Bildiri)

Aksakal D., Usta G., Aren G., “Conservative management of an ectopıically erupting permanent maxillar molar: a case report.”, International Congress On Preventive Dentistry, Erzurum, Turkey, 5-8 March 2018. (Poster Sunumu, Özet Bildiri)

Usta G., Kasımoğlu Y., Aren G., “Treatment of Anterior Crossbite in Mixed Dentition: Case Series.” Turkish Dental Association 23. International Dental Congress, Istanbul, Turkey, 21- 24 September 2017, Turkiye Klinikleri J Dental Sci 2017;23(Suppl) pp.421. (Poster Sunumu, Özet Bildiri)

Usta G., Aren G., Çayırcı M., “Management of Enamel Hypoplasia With Direct Composite Restorations: Two Case Reports.” AIC 19th International Congress and CONSEURO, Bologna, Italy, 11-13 May 2017, Clin Oral Invest (2017)21:pp1392. (Poster Sunumu, Özet Bildiri)

Dr Kwon Jae-won graduated with honours from Seoul National University School of Dentistry – Korea's most prestigious medical institution.

• Completed his residency at the Seoul National University Dental Hospital
• Specialist in Integrated Dentistry recognised by the Ministry of Health and Welfare
• Holds a specialist qualification in Implant Dentistry
• Certified clinical trainer and provider for Osstem and MegaGen implant systems
• Member of the Korean Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Dr Meral Nizam is a dental prosthesis specialist who earned her doctorate from Ege University, focusing on complex restorative dental treatments.

• Specialises in fixed prostheses including zirconia bridges and implant-supported restorations
• Holds a PhD in Prosthetic Dental Treatment for high-level clinical expertise
• Expert in aesthetic smile design to balance function with natural appearance
• Focuses on temporomandibular joint disorders to ensure comfortable occlusion
• Previously served as a specialist at a Ministry of Health dental centre

Berk Aksoy is a qualified prosthodontist who earned his specialist degree from Hacettepe University, one of Turkey's most prestigious dental schools.

• Specialises in fixed prosthetics including zirconia bridges and E-max coatings
• Focuses on anterior aesthetic restorations for natural-looking smile designs
• Completed advanced training in Crownson implant prosthetic treatments
• Holds specialist certification in prosthodontics from Hacettepe University
• Certified in botulinum toxin theory and practice for dental applications

Dr Asli Tapan Kavusturan is a highly active member of the Academy of Esthetic Dentistry at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul.

• Specialises in prosthetic dentistry and zirconia restorations
• Completed advanced training in oral implantology and aesthetic medicine
• Member of the International Team for Implantology (ITI)
• Maintains standing with the Turkish Dental Association
• Uses clinical experience from major Turkish medical centres

Dr Furkan Gunduz provides specialised care at Tower Dental Clinic with a strong focus on restorative and gum health. He ensures each patient receives a stable foundation for long-term dental work.

• Specialises in root canal treatments to save natural teeth
• Expertise in gum treatments vital for supporting dental bridges
• Focuses on precision restorative work at Tower Dental Clinic
• Uses a patient-centred approach for complex dental restorations
• Member of professional dental associations in Turkey

Professor Ender Tukay is a dedicated prosthodontist who specialises in high-end restorative dentistry at the Fizyomer Terapia Medical Centre.

• Focuses on fixed prostheses including Zirconia crowns and bridge applications
• Expert in implant-supported fixed and removable dental solutions
• Specialised training completed at the Gülhane Military Medical Academy
• Treats temporomandibular joint disorders to ensure proper bite alignment
• Provides clinical bleaching and oral hygiene programmes for long-term results

Specialization: Periodontology

Areas of Interest

-Gum Diseases

-Treatment of Peri-Implant Diseases

-Bone Loss Therapies

-Gum Aesthetics

-Halitosis (Mouth Odor)

Education

2018 – DDS, Başkent University Faculty of Dentistry

2021 – Undergraduate in Health Management, Anadolu University

2022 – Ph.D. in Periodontology, Gazi University

Professional Experience

2018 to 2022 – Research Assistant, Gazi University, Department of Periodontology

2021–Present – Head, Istinye University Oral and Dental Health Program

2021–Present – Trainer, Praticmed Dentistry (Suture & Flap Closure Training)

Courses & Certifications

-Suture & Flap Closure Training in Dentistry (Trainer), 2021

-TDB International Dentistry Congress, 2022

-ERDİŞ International Dentistry Congress (Oral Presentation), 2023

-Emergency Skills in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, London, UK, 2016

-AOCMF Course, Craniomaxillofacial Fracture Management, İzmir, 2016

-Bego Implant Advanced Surgery Course, Germany, 2014

Professional Memberships

-Turkish Dental Association (TDB)

-Turkish Periodontology Association

-KÖKDİŞ National Council

Research & Publications

A New Dimension in Periodontal Regenerative Therapy: 3D Cell Culture. ADO Klinik Bilimler, 2023.

Doctoral Thesis: Evaluation of the osteogenic potential of periodontium-derived mesenchymal stem cells in 2D and 3D culture environments.

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.

Dt. Arif Yiğit Güler, D.D.S.

Oral, Dental and Maxillofacial Surgery

Fields of Study and Interests

• Orthognathic Surgery
• Maxillofacial Trauma
• Dental Implant
• Impacted Teeth
• Treatment of Temporomandibular Joint Diseases
• Hard Tissue and Soft Tissue Grafts
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• Education

2020- Necmettin Erbakan University, Oral, Dental and Maxillofacial Surgery. 

2015- Gazi University, Dentistry.

Work Experience

2022 Ankara Medipol University Dental Hospital

2020 - 2021 Söke Dental Polyclinic

2016 - 2020 Necmettin Erbakan University Faculty of Dentistry

Publications

KÖSEOĞLU SEÇGİN CANSU, GÖKSEL SEVDE, GÜLER ARİF YİĞİT (2023). Evaluation of the Relationship Between Infraorbital Canal Protrusion and Alveolar Process Pneumatization of the Maxillary Sinus: A Cross-Sectional Cone Beam Computed Tomography Study. Turkiye Klinikleri Journal of Dental Sciences, 29(4), Doi: 10.5336/dentalsci.2023-99252 (Yayın No: 8599568)

GÖKSEL SEVDE, GÜLER ARİF YİĞİT (2023). Is There a Relationship Between Maxillary Sinus’s Inferior Pneumatisation and Sinonasal Variations? A Retrospective CBCT Study. Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Research, 14(3), Doi: 10.5037/jomr.2023.14303 (Yayın No: 8530470)

MÜFTÜOĞLU ÖZGE, GÜLER ARİF YİĞİT, KARASU HAKAN ALPAY (2023). The impact of orthognathic surgery on quality of life for class III dentofacial deformities. BRITISH JOURNAL OF ORAL & MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY, 61(4), 274-277., Doi: 10.1016/j.bjoms.2023.03.001 (Yayın No: 8530341)

ESEN ÇAĞRI, ESEN ALPARSLAN, GÜLER ARİF YİĞİT, MENZİLETOĞLU DİLEK, SOĞANCI AHMET ERTAN (2022). Assessment of Alveolar Bone Loss and Buccal Bone Thickness After Surgically Assisted Rapid Maxillary Expansion. MEANDROS MEDICAL AND DENTAL JOURNAL, 23(2), 141-147., Doi: 10.4274/meandros.galenos.2020.97752 (Yayın No: 8530451)

GÜLER ARİF YİĞİT (2022). The effect of Instagram posts related to #Wisdomteeth on patients. JOURNAL OF STOMATOLOGY ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY, 123(2), 155-157., Doi: 10.1016/j.jormas.2021.05.007 (Yayın No: 8530323)

NAİBOĞLU PINAR, GÜLER ARİF YİĞİT, GÖKSEL SEVDE (2022). State-Trait Anxiety Levels, Dental Anxiety Levels and Vaccine Hesitancy in a Group of Turkish Dental Patients During COVID-19 Pandemic in Söke Region: Analytical Survey. Turkiye Klinikleri Journal of Dental Sciences, 28(3), Doi: 10.5336/dentalsci.2021-86686 (Yayın No: 8530486)

GÜLER ARİF YİĞİT, IŞIK BOZKURT KUBİLAY, ESEN ALPARSLAN, MENZİLETOĞLU DİLEK (2021). Assessment of pulp volume changes after surgically assisted rapid palatal expansion. JOURNAL OF STOMATOLOGY ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY, 122(3), 263-266., Doi: 10.1016/j.jormas.2020.06.014 (Yayın No: 8530255)

MENZİLETOĞLU DİLEK, GÜLER ARİF YİĞİT, ÇAYIR TOLGAHAN, IŞIK BOZKURT KUBİLAY (2021). Binaural beats or 432 Hz music? which method is more effective for reducing preoperative dental anxiety?. MEDICINA ORAL PATOLOGIA ORAL Y CIRUGIA BUCAL, 26(1), 97-101., Doi: 10.4317/medoral.24051 (Yayın No: 8530275)

MENZİLETOĞLU DİLEK, GÜLER ARİF YİĞİT, IŞIK BOZKURT KUBİLAY (2020). Are YouTube videos related to dental implant useful for patient education?. JOURNAL OF STOMATOLOGY ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY, 121(6), 661-664., Doi: 10.1016/j.jormas.2019.12.022 (Yayın No: 8530218)

MENZİLETOĞLU DİLEK, GÜLER ARİF YİĞİT, BAŞTÜRK FUNDA, IŞIK BOZKURT KUBİLAY (2020). Comparison of Surgical Drain Placement With Use of Kinesiologic Tape on Postoperative Pain, Swelling, and Trismus in Impacted Mandibular Third Molar Surgery. JOURNAL OF ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY, 78(11), 1-7., Doi: 10.1016/j.joms.2020.06.023 (Yayın No: 8530298)

MENZİLETOĞLU DİLEK, GÜLER ARİF YİĞİT, BAŞTÜRK FUNDA, IŞIK BOZKURT KUBİLAY, ERDUR EMİRE AYBÜKE (2020). Comparison of two different flap designs for bilateral impacted mandibular third molar surgery. JOURNAL OF STOMATOLOGY ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY, 121(4), 368- 372., Doi: 10.1016/j.jormas.2019.08.006 (Yayın No: 8530317)