CT of the mandible Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Dr. Zuhal Cakmak Peksen is a family medicine specialist at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. She has treated patients across eight different medical institutions since starting her career. Dr. Peksen focuses on medical check-ups and diagnostic screenings for adults and children. She is currently pursuing a degree in health management to support clinical leadership.

• Specializes in male, female, and pediatric check-up programs.
• Performs diagnostic procedures including gastroscopy, colonoscopy, and biopsies.
• Conducts screenings for tumor markers and oncological health assessments.
• Practices at a university hospital featuring 33 specialized medical departments.

Dr. Mehmet Alp Tavas is a dental specialist at İstinye Dental Hospital in Istanbul. He holds a PhD and a Master’s degree from the University of Manchester. Dr. Tavas focuses on orthodontics, including ceramic and lingual braces. He treats complex conditions like periodontitis and paradontosis. His clinical work is supported by İstinye Dental Hospital’s JCI safety accreditation.

• Published research on orthodontic bonding in the British Journal of Orthodontics.
• Former faculty member at İstanbul Medipol and İstinye University.
• Served as a Consultant Faculty Member at Queen Dental Center.
• Specializes in adult, teen, and pediatric brace installations.

Dr. Erkan Vuralkan is an ENT specialist at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in rhinology, head and neck surgery, and sleep apnea treatment. Dr. Vuralkan holds the Turkish ORL-HNS Board Certificate. He treats conditions like chronic sinusitis, hearing loss, and vocal cord paralysis.

• Winner of multiple national awards for research in otology and rhinology.
• Performs complex procedures including cochlear implantation and endoscopic sinus surgery.
• Member of the Turkish Association of Rhinology and Otorhinolaryngology.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital affiliated with Istanbul Aydın University.

Dr. Lim Gi-hyeon is the Chief Director of 365 Seoul OneTop Dental Clinic in South Korea. He is a visiting clinical practitioner affiliated with Harvard Medical School. Dr. Lim holds a PhD from Yonsei University and serves on its dental faculty. He is board-certified in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Integrated Dentistry.

• Specializes in maxillofacial plastic and reconstructive surgery.
• Served as a visiting clinician in trauma surgery at Sinchon Severance Hospital.
• Clinical Advisory Committee member for Osstem Implant.
• Practices at a KOIHA-accredited facility training international patients.

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.

Dr. Kubra Canturk is a restorative dentistry specialist at JCI-accredited İstinye Dental Hospital. She focuses on aesthetic dental treatments and smile design. Dr. Canturk holds a PhD in Restorative Dental Treatment from Atatürk University. She blends clinical precision with a dedicated focus on dental beauty.

• Specializes in porcelain laminate veneers and composite laminate applications.
• Performs complex inlay, onlay, and overlay restorations for tooth preservation.
• Expert in diastema closure to correct gaps between teeth.
• Member of the Turkish Dental Association and Association of Restorative Dentistry.

Dr. Gülşah Balan is a pediatric dentist at İstinye Dental Hospital in Istanbul. She specializes in dental treatments for children under clinical and general anesthesia. Dr. Balan holds a PhD in Pedodontics and trained at RWTH Aachen University in Germany. She works at a JCI-accredited facility using 3D imaging for precise planning.

• Applies pediatric zirconium and stainless steel crowns for restorative care.
• Treats traumatic dental injuries and provides preventive pediatric services.
• Member of the International Society for Laser Dentistry.
• Former Assistant Professor at Bahçeşehir University.