Who are the best dentists in Turkey?

Dentistry is the medical branch dealing with preventing and treating dental problems and other issues which affect various oral cavity parts.

Dental implants, crowns, bridges, dentures, root canal, orthodontics, bonding and teeth whitening are among the most popular and new dental procedures.  

                             Societies and Associations your dentist should belong to:

• Turkish Dental Association
• American Dental Society of Europe
• Commonwealth Dental Association
• European Academy of Paediatric Dentistry
• European Association for Osseointegration
• European Federation for the Advancement of Anesthesia in Dentistry (EFAAD)
• European Federation of Oral Surgery Societies (EFOSS)
• European Federation of Orthodontics (FEO)
• European Prosthodontic Association (EPA)
• FDI World Dental Federation
• World Federation of Orthodontists
• International Federation of Oral Medicine
• International Dental Foundation
• International College of Dentists

                 The Best Dentists in Turkey

 Dr. Nihat Tanfer | Tanfer Clinic | Istanbul, Turkey

 Dr. Nihat Tanfer is a dental and maxillofacial surgery expert who implemented the first implant surgery and lately box technique procedure in Turkey. He graduated from Marmara University’s Faculty of Medicine in 1975 and completed his doctoral studies in 1981.

Dr. Arzu Aykor | Ethica Medical Group Estethica Surgery Medical Center | Istanbul, Turkey

Dr. Arzu Aykor is specialized in Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Examinations, Dental Public Health, General Dentistry, Implantology and Laser Dentistry. In 1997, she earned a PhD degree with a thesis entitled Effect of Fluoride on Enamel Lesions.

Dr. Alper Gurhan | Maltepe Dental Clinic | Istanbul, Turkey

Dr. Alper Gurhan is specialized in Soft Tissue Laser Applications and Digital Dentistry. He graduated from Istanbul University’s Faculty of Dentistry back in 2001. He has certificates in soft tissue laser applications and digital dentistry practices.

Dr. Yusuf Ilhan | Maltepe Dental Clinic | Istanbul, Turkey

Dr. Yusuf Ilhan specializes in Implants, Implant Dentistry 3D Technology and Digital CAD-CAM. He graduated from Marmara University’s Faculty of Dentistry and completed a PhD program on Prosthodontics in 2008. He published his work in different scientific journals, contributing to the dental field.

Prof. Dr. Serhat Yalcin | Dentram Clinics | Istanbul, Turkey

Prof. Dr. Serhat Yalcin is an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and Implantology expert. He wrote the book entitled Temporomandibular Joint Disorder TMD and over 100 medical articles. He graduated from Istanbul University’s Faculty of Dentistry in 1984.

Dr. Aylin Sezen YALCIN | Dentram Clinics | Istanbul, Turkey

Dr. Aylin Sezen YALCIN is an Orthodontics specialist. She obtained her degree from the Istanbul University’s Faculty of Dentistry and started her career back in 1993.

Dr. Ipek Aksoy | Dentram Clinics | Istanbul, Turkey

Dr. Ipek Aksoy specializes in Prosthetic Dentistry, focusing on Aesthetic Dentistry, Smile Design, Adhesive Systems, Implant Supported Prosthetic Treatments and Zirconium Systems. She graduated from the Marmara University’s Faculty of Dentistry and her PhD thesis is entitled In vitro evaluation of retentive properties of different luting cements on zirconia copings.

Dr. Semera Ergene Akbas | Dentram Clinics | Istanbul, Turkey

Dr. Semera Ergene Akbas is a Pediatric Dentistry specialist; she obtained her degree from the Marmara University’s Faculty of Dentistry in 1993. Her PhD thesis is entitled Effects of inhaled Beta 2 Agonists and Steroids on oral flora and caries due to the changes in salivary composition of Asthmatic Children.

Dr. Yasemin Budak | Dentram Clinics | Istanbul, Turkey

Dr. Yasemin Budak is specialized in Prosthetic Dentistry and has been participating to several dentistry congresses, seminars and courses. She focuses on Aesthetic Dentistry, Smile Design, Adhesive Systems, Implant Supported Prosthesis Treatments and Zirconium Systems. She graduated from Hacettepe University's Faculty of Dentistry and her PhD thesis is entitled Comparation of retention, strength and stress of implant retained bar attachments which is fabricated from different materials.

Dr. Ece AKGUN | Dentram Clinics | Istanbul, Turkey

Dr. Ece AKGUN is an Esthetic Dentistry, Periodontal and Conservative Dental Treatments expert and attends dentistry related seminars and workshops. She has graduated from Near East University's Faculty of Dentistry in Cyprus.

                                                      Important Questions to Ask Your Dentist

1. Are you certified?

2. May I know what your qualifications are?

3. Are you a member of the Turkish Dental Association?

4. How many years of experience do you have? How often have you performed this procedure?

5. Did you undergo trainings in this procedure?

6. What are the advantages and disadvantages of the procedure? What about the risks and complications?

7. Where will the procedure be performed?

8. What if something goes wrong during or after the procedure?

9. What does the recovery consist in?

10.  What if I am not happy with the results?