Dr. Sándor Papp is a dentist with over 9 years of experience. He specializes in conservative dentistry and prosthodontics. He graduated from the University of Debrecen in 2015. In 2020, he earned his specialist qualification at Semmelweis University.
Dr. Papp is known for his skill in making durable and natural-looking dental prosthetics. He uses modern techniques in his work. He is dedicated to ongoing learning and often attends national and international conferences to keep up with new developments in dentistry.
Dr. Péter Rakics is a respected implantologist and specialist in dental and oral diseases. He has over 20 years of experience and has placed more than 10,000 implants. He graduated with honors in 2000 and earned his specialist qualification in 2002.
Dr. Rakics spent nine years in the UK. There, he gained valuable experience in complex surgeries and advanced prosthetics. He often speaks at international dental conferences about implantology and prosthodontics.
He has a 98% patient satisfaction rate. This makes him one of the most trusted specialists in the region.
Specializzato in trattamenti ortodontici e irregolarità mascellari, portando precisione alle procedure di impianti dentali.
Dr. Tugce Bigis is a skilled dentist. She graduated as valedictorian from Suphi Koyuncuoğlu Anatolian High School. She then completed her dental degree at Ege University Faculty of Dentistry, ranking second in her class. She has shown strong academic performance throughout her studies.
Dr. Bigis continues to improve her skills by attending professional courses, trainings, and congresses. She stays updated on the latest developments in dentistry. Her dedication to learning helps her provide high-quality dental care to her patients.
Dr. Soner Sağaltıcı is an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Specialist at the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry, Istanbul University. He focuses on the surgical treatment of conditions affecting the mouth, jaw, and face.
He contributes to the field through research publications, academic projects, and presentations at national and international conferences. He provides evidence-based patient care and supports innovation in clinical research.
MEDICAL EXPERINENCE
2016 - Present
MEMORIAL SİSLİ HOSPİTAL
Dentist/Istanbul
2009 - 2016
MEMORIAL SUADIYE MEDICAL CENTER
Dentist/Istanbul
2000 - 2009
PRIVATE CLINIC
Dentist/Istanbul
MEDICAL EDUCATION
1992 - 1997
EGE UNIVERSITY
FACULTY OF DENTISTRY / İzmir, Turkey
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
Prosthetic trainingseminar 1997
TDB DentistryCongress 2002 / 2003 / 2004/2006
TDBCenturyCongress inScientific Dentistry
6thAegeanRegion DentistsChambers International ScientificCongressandExhibition2006
6thAegeanRegion DentistsChambers International ScientificCongressandExhibitionteethwhitening course2006
Oral implantology theoreticalandpractical courses April 2004
Oral implantology theoreticalandpractical courses March2004
EDAD IstanbulCongress 2006
DentalCommunicationSeminar 2006
Ankara DentistsChamberSpringSymposium2007, Cyprus
Ankara DentistsChamberSpringSymposium2008, Antalya
MemberofTurkish DentalAssociation MemberofInternationalTeamfor Implantology (ITI)
MemberofAcademyofEsthetic Dentistry
Dr. Babek Yunuszade is a general dentist with eight years of clinical experience. He practices at BY Dental Clinic in Şişli, Istanbul. He provides fixed and removable prosthetics, prosthetic rehabilitation after periodontal therapy, laminate veneer and composite restorations, endodontics, and implant surgery. Implant work includes bone-level placement, flap elevation, guided healing, and simple bone augmentation. He restores with implant-supported crowns and bridges, and locator- or bar-retained dentures.
He earned his DDS from Azerbaijan Medical University in 2016. He completed equivalency training at Kocaeli University in 2018–2019. His recent continuing education includes soft-tissue surgery (2025), implant-supported prosthetics, and occlusion/TMJ. He attended the 2023 International Dentistry Congress. In 2021, he completed courses in implantology, prostheses, porcelain laminate, and advanced orthodontics. He is a member of the Turkish Dental Association. He speaks English and Russian.
Master and Doctorate in Implantology
Master and Doctorate in Peridontics
DDS Dentistry
24 years experience in Dental Practices
Post Graduation in all on 4 and all on 6
10 Years and Professor at São Leopoldo Mandic University
Post Graduation in Perioimplantology
Specialization: Periodontology
-Gum Diseases
-Treatment of Peri-Implant Diseases
-Bone Loss Therapies
-Gum Aesthetics
-Halitosis (Mouth Odor)
2018 – DDS, Başkent University Faculty of Dentistry
2021 – Undergraduate in Health Management, Anadolu University
2022 – Ph.D. in Periodontology, Gazi University
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)
-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
-Turkish Dental Association (TDB)
-Turkish Periodontology Association
-KÖKDİŞ National Council
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.
Dr. Oleg Ridchenko is a dentist with over 20 years of experience. He has spent the last 15 years specializing in implantology. Dr. Ridchenko has placed many dental implants and focuses on restoring smiles and improving patients' quality of life.
For the past 5 years, Dr. Ridchenko has worked in the Czech Republic. He has become part of the local dental community and stays current with new dental technologies and methods. His practice prioritizes patient comfort, personalized care, and clear communication.
Dr. Ridchenko values ongoing professional growth. He regularly attends courses to strengthen his skills in implantology and general dentistry.
Dt. Arif Yiğit Güler, D.D.S.
Oral, Dental and Maxillofacial Surgery
Fields of Study and Interests
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)
Undergraduate Education:
- 2009 - 2014: Çukurova University Faculty of Dentistry
2024 - Present: ClinicExpert - Dentist
2023 - 2024: Bakırköy 360 Dental Health Center - Dentist
2019 - 2023: Bahçeşehir Dentopia Dental Health Center - Dentist
2015 - 2023: Dentopia Oral and Dental Health Polyclinic - Dentist
2014 - 2017: Şenay Oral and Dental Health Polyclinic - Dentist
- Prof. Dr. Uğur Erdemir: Fractured Tooth Restorations
- Prof. Dr. Aslıhan Üşümez: Porcelain Laminate Clinical Tips
- Dr. Caner Yılmaz: Dental Botox Training
- Prof. Dr. Erhan Çömlekoğlu: Digital and Traditional Fixed Prostheses Training
Turkish Dental Association
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
Education
1998 - University of London, Department of Oral, Dental and Maxillofacial Surgery
Career
Ankara Medipol University Faculty of Dentistry
University of London, 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.
Dr. Omar Shaheen graduated from Ain Shams University in 2011. He holds a master’s degree in prosthodontics from Ain Shams University. He is a faculty member at the Russian University in Cairo.
He has extensive experience in dental prosthetics, dental lenses, cosmetic dentistry, veneers, and smile design. He has worked at several leading centers in Egypt and has collaborated with prominent clinicians. He is recognized for his work in prosthodontics and cosmetic dentistry.
Dr. Noran El-Alfy is a professor at Al-Monufiya University. She holds a PhD in fixed prosthodontics and has 14 years of experience. She practices at Dr. Mohamed Omara’s centers.
She is known for complex dental cases and smile makeovers. Her work includes veneers, crowns, and screw-retained implant crowns. She has treated celebrities in Egypt.
Endodontic dentist
Graduated (M.D. From)
Doctor of Dental Surgery, Chulalongkorn University, 2nd class honors
Master of Science (Endodontics), Chulalongkorn University
Dental specialist focuses on complex tooth problems that primarily affect tooth pulp. the nerves, blood vessels and other tissues deep inside each tooth.
Certificates
Diplomate, Thai board of Endodontics
Current Positions
Endodontist at Intrarat Hospita