Zirconia veneers Doctors Abroad — Page 6

Dr. Arif Yigit Guler is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon at Medipol University Ankara Dental Hospital. He is an author of clinical studies published in the British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Dr. Guler treats complex jaw issues and dentofacial deformities. He practices at a university-affiliated center that treats 35,000 patients annually.

• Specializes in orthognathic surgery, maxillofacial trauma, and dental implants.
• Treats jaw cysts, impacted teeth, and temporomandibular joint diseases.
• Expert in hard and soft tissue grafts for dental reconstruction.
• Published research on surgical techniques and dental anxiety.

Dr. Hakan Alpay Karasu is the Dean of the Faculty of Dentistry at Ankara Medipol University. He specializes in oral and maxillofacial surgery. He focuses on orthognathic surgery and cleft lip and palate correction. Dr. Karasu completed a fellowship at the University of London. He has authored over 15 peer-reviewed publications on bone healing and jaw surgery.

• Treats complex maxillofacial cysts, tumors, and jaw-face traumas.
• Performs dental implant placement and surgical tooth extractions.
• Uses bone healing techniques for reconstructive jaw cases.
• Practices at Medipol University Ankara Dental Hospital, which treats 35,000 patients annually.

Dr Volkan Piyade has performed over 1,100 dental treatments and holds specialised certification in porcelain laminate veneer application.

• Completed advanced training at the International Aesthetic Dentistry Congress
• Uses digital dentistry protocols to ensure precise fit and natural alignment
• Attended multiple international dental congresses focused on aesthetic restorations
• Expertise includes mini-implant application and complex cosmetic cases
• Trained at the TDB International Dental Congress in specialised dental techniques

Ugur Derdiyok is a specialised Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon who provides expert oversight for complex smile transformations at TWT Health Clinic.

• Member of the International Team for Implantology (ITI)
• Registered with the Turkish Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (TAOMS)
• Expert in structural dental work including zirconia and implant placement
• Fluent English speaker ensuring clear communication for international patients
• Member of the Turkish Dental Association (TDB)

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.

The doctor is an experienced dental professional with a career spanning nearly two decades, including clinical roles in military, public, and private hospital settings. With a specialized focus on pediatric dentistry and general anesthesia, the doctor has served as a unit manager and currently holds an academic position as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatric Dentistry.

The doctor has performed over 1,000 implant procedures and maintains expertise in prosthetic treatments, digital scanning systems, and health tourism. International training in Italy, Switzerland, and France has further refined the doctor's skills in aesthetic dentistry and advanced surgical applications.

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.

Dr Esra Y focuses on cosmetic dentistry and smile makeovers at Clinic Wise, with a specific interest in harmonising restorations with each patient's facial features.

• Treats patients seeking significant aesthetic improvements through veneers and full smile makeovers
• Uses advanced dental techniques combined with modern technology for precise results
• Specialises in both cosmetic procedures and functional dental implants
• Focuses on providing long-lasting, natural-looking solutions tailored to individual needs
• Known for a gentle approach to patient care during complex dental work