Dental Implant Doctors Abroad — Page 16

Dr Baturay Ornak holds a PhD in oral surgery from the Marmara University Faculty of Dentistry, a top-tier medical institution in Turkey.

• Specialises in surgical dental procedures including complex implant placements
• Completed advanced English language training in Brighton, UK, ensuring clear communication
• Expert in managing post-surgical recovery and patient comfort
• Researched impact of surgical techniques on patient quality of life
• Practises at Ulusoydent Oral and Dental Care Clinics

Dr Natiga Israfil is an active member of the International Team for Implantology (ITI) and practices at TWT Health Clinic in Istanbul.

• Recognised specialist in the Turkish Society of Prosthodontics and Implantology (TPID)
• Focuses on prosthodontics to restore full dental function and appearance
• Registered with the Turkish Dental Association (TDB)
• Follows ITI international standards for evidence-based implant dentistry

Dr. Merve Aydemir is a dentist and dental hygienist at Surprise Experts Clinic in Istanbul. She performs a range of procedures, including dental implants, root canal treatment, and teeth whitening. Dr. Aydemir published research on pain management and clinical success in caries removal in 2023.

• Specializes in smile makeovers, porcelain veneers, and Hollywood smile reconstructions.
• Uses the FACE Pain Scale to improve patient comfort during procedures.
• Treats patients at a clinic accredited by the Turkish Medical Association.
• Offers consultations for complex cases like All-on-4 and All-on-6 dental implants.

Dr Panchaya Palitavanon earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery with second-class honours from Mahidol University. She leads restorative cases at Navamin 9 Hospital with a focus on functional dental prosthetics.

• Specialises in prosthodontics using fixed and removable dental prostheses
• Focuses on integrated dentistry for holistic and multidisciplinary treatment planning
• Expert in restorative crowns to return full strength to damaged teeth
• Completing a Graduate Diploma in Clinical Sciences at Chulalongkorn University
• Recognised for meticulous clinical skills in complex restorative dentistry

Dr. Vu Duc Tung, DDS, MSc, is an orthodontist with over 20 years of experience. He has maintained top-tier Invisalign Provider status, including Diamond, Diamond Elite, and Black Diamond, for seven consecutive years. He has earned more than 20 awards.

Many of his clinical cases are featured in the Align Global Gallery. He personally designs and oversees each treatment plan. He reviews and refines plans throughout treatment.

He is an official Invisalign speaker with many years of service. He has been invited to global speaker conferences in Vancouver (Oct 2023), London (Sep 2024), Budapest (Sep 2025), and Dubai (Mar 2025). He is a long-standing member of the WFO, AAO, EAS, and the ICD (USA Section).

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 Zeynep Isilay Kaya is a Gazi University graduate and a member of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists. She provides specialist care at SALUSS Medical Group in Istanbul.

• Focuses on using high-quality imported products for long-term implant durability
• Specialises in cosmetic dental procedures to achieve natural-looking aesthetic results
• Maintains high hygiene standards to minimise the risk of post-surgical infection
• Uses an empathetic approach to help patients manage dental anxiety during procedures