Periodontology – Yeditepe Dental Hospital

Specialist Dr. Nihal ERAYDIN

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Specialist Dr. Nihal ERAYDIN

Periodontology

Education and Professional Career

2013: MSc, Ankara University Faculty of Dentistry
2018: Specialty in Periodontology, Gazi University Faculty of Dentistry
2019–2020: Research Assistant, Gazi University Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Periodontology
2020–2024: Assistant Professor, Istanbul Okan University, Department of Periodontology
2024–present: Specialist Doctor, Yeditepe University Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Periodontology

Articles and Publications

Articles Published in International Peer-Reviewed Journals

Aykol-Şahin G., Yücel Ö., Eraydin N., Keleş G., Ünlü, Başer Ü. Efficiency of oral keratinized gingiva detection and measurement based on convolutional neural network. Journal of Periodontology 2024. doi:10.1002/JPER.24-0151
İşler S.C., Eraydin N., Akkale H., Özdemir B. Oral flurbiprofen spray for mucosal graft harvesting at the palatal area: A randomized placebo-controlled study. Journal of Periodontology 2018; 89. doi:10.1002/JPER.17-0381

Authored Books or Book Chapters (National/International)

Systemic Conditions and Periodontal Diseases – Chapter: Relationship between Periodontitis and Rheumatoid Arthritis Aykol-Şahin G., Eraydin N. Türkiye Klinikleri, 2024. ISBN: 978-625-395-381-2
Health and Science 2023 – Odontology I – Chapter: Laser Applications in Dentistry Eraydin N., Aykol-Şahin G. Efe Akademi Publishing, 2023. ISBN: 978-625-6452-10-7
Psychosocial Factors and Periodontal Health – Chapter: Psychosocial Factors as Risk Indicators for Periodontal Disease Eraydin N., Özmeriç-Kurtuluş N. Türkiye Klinikleri, 2022. ISBN: 978-625-401-608-0

Papers Presented at International Scientific Meetings (Proceedings)

Açıcı B.G., Eraydin N. Treatment of recurrent pyogenic granuloma in childhood: Case report. 53rd International Scientific Congress & 31st Scientific Symposium of the Turkish Society of Periodontology, 2024. (Poster Presentation)
Eraydin N. Management of full-mouth peri-implantitis: Case report. 51st International Scientific Congress & 29th Scientific Symposium of the Turkish Society of Periodontology, 2022. (Oral Presentation)
Eraydin N. Treatment of nifedipine-induced gingival overgrowth: Case report. 49th International Scientific Congress & 28th Scientific Symposium of the Turkish Society of Periodontology, 2019. (Poster Presentation)
Eraydin N., Özcan G., İşler S.C. Evaluation of different decontamination methods in non-surgical treatment of peri-implantitis. 48th International Scientific Congress & 27th Scientific Symposium of the Turkish Society of Periodontology, 2018. (Oral Presentation)
Eraydin N., Özcan G., İşler S.C. Efficacy of alternative antimicrobial therapies in non-surgical treatment of peri-implantitis: Six-month follow-up. EuroPerio9, 2018; 45: 356. doi:10.1111/jcpe.691_12915 (Poster Presentation)
Eraydin N., Soysal F., Ünsal F.B. Relationship between peri-implantitis and rheumatoid arthritis: Case report. 47th International Scientific Congress & 26th Scientific Symposium of the Turkish Society of Periodontology, 2017. (Poster Presentation)
Eraydin N., Özcan G., İşler S.C. Efficacy of alternative antimicrobial therapies in non-surgical treatment of peri-implantitis. FDI World Dental Congress, 2017; 67: 135–198. doi:10.1111/idj.12340 (Oral Presentation)
İşler S.C., Eraydin N., Akkale H., Özdemir B. Oral flurbiprofen spray for mucosal graft harvesting at the palatal area. FDI World Dental Congress, 2017; 67: 135–198. doi:10.1111/idj.12340 (Oral Presentation)

Memberships in Scientific and Professional Organizations

Istanbul Chamber of Dentists, 2024
Turkish Society of Periodontology, 2019
European Federation of Periodontology, 2019
Ankara Chamber of Dentists, 2018–2021
ITI – International Team for Implantology, 2017

Lecturer Dr. Ece Deniz YARIMOĞLU ÖKTEN

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Lecturer Dr. Ece Deniz YARIMOĞLU ÖKTEN

Periodontology

Education and Professional Career

2015: DDS, Yeditepe University Faculty of Dentistry
2021: PhD in Periodontology, Institute of Health Sciences, Yeditepe University

Articles and Publications

Le Roch S., Rouche F., Valet F., Bouchard P.; ESCAPE group. European survey on criteria of aesthetics for periodontal evaluation: The ESCAPE study. Journal of Clinical Periodontology 2019; 46(11): 1116–1123.
Gursoy H., Yarimoglu E., Kuru B., Ozkan Karaca E., Kuka Ince G. Evaluation of the effects of Er:YAG laser for the de-epithelization of the palatal graft in the treatment of multiple gingival recessions: A randomized clinical trial. Photobiomodulation, Photomedicine and Laser Surgery 2019; 37(11): 715–721.

Memberships in Scientific and Professional Organizations

Turkish Society of Periodontology (TSP)
Turkish Dental Association (TDB)
European Federation of Periodontology (EFP)
International Association for Dental Research (IADR)

Awards
2nd Prize – Poster Presentation DILAD 2nd Symposium, Istanbul, 2019. Study: Investigation of the use of Er:YAG laser for palatal graft de-epithelization in the treatment of multiple gingival recessions: A randomized clinical pilot study. Authors: Yarimoğlu E., Gursoy H., Ince Kuka G., Ozkan Karaca E., Kuru B.

Assist. Prof. Dr. Tuğçe CEYHANLI

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Tuğçe CEYHANLI

Periodontology

Education and Professional Career

2011: MSc, Yeditepe University Faculty of Dentistry
2019: PhD / Specialty in Periodontology, Gazi University Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Periodontology
2020–present: Lecturer, Yeditepe University Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Periodontology

Articles and Publications

Articles Published in International SCI-Expanded Peer-Reviewed Journals

Isler S.C., Soysal F., Ceyhanli T., Bakırarar B., Ünsal B. Regenerative surgical treatment of peri-implantitis using either a collagen membrane or concentrated growth factor: A 12-month randomized clinical trial. Clinical Implant Dentistry and Related Research 2018; 20(5): 703–712.

Administrative Duties

Member, YUDSA Advisory Committee

Memberships in Scientific and Professional Organizations

Turkish Society of Periodontology (TPD)
European Association for Osseointegration (EAO)

Assist. Prof. Dr. Gamze SEZGİN

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Gamze SEZGİN

Periodontology

Education and Professional Career

2011: DDS, Marmara University Faculty of Dentistry
2018: Specialty in Periodontology, Marmara University Faculty of Dentistry

Articles and Publications

Articles Published in International Peer-Reviewed Journals

Sezgin G., Öztürk Özener H., Meseli S.E., Kuru L. Evaluation of patient’s perceptions, healing, and reattachment after conventional and diode laser frenectomy: A three-arm randomized clinical trial. Photobiomodulation, Photomedicine, and Laser Surgery 2020 Sep; 38(9): 552–559.
Öztürk Özener H., Meseli S.E., Sezgin G., Kuru L. Clinical efficacy of conventional and diode laser-assisted frenectomy in patients with different abnormal frenulum insertions: A retrospective study. Photobiomodulation, Photomedicine, and Laser Surgery 2020 Sep; 38(9): 565–570.

Papers Presented at International Scientific Meetings (Proceedings)

Çetinkaya G., Öztürk H., Meşeli S.E., Kuru L. Evaluation of reattachment in different frenulum surgeries. 47th International Scientific Congress and 26th Scientific Symposium of the Turkish Society of Periodontology, 17–18 November 2017, Istanbul, Turkey.
Çetinkaya G., Öztürk H., Meşeli S.E., Kuru L. Clinical evaluation after labial frenectomy performed with conventional technique and diode laser. TDB 23rd International Dentistry Congress, 21–24 September 2017, Istanbul, Turkey. (Oral Presentation)
Meşeli S.E., Öztürk H., Çetinkaya G., Kuru L. Comparison of patient comfort after labial frenectomy operations performed with conventional surgery and diode laser. 1st International Mediterranean Science and Engineering Congress, 26–28 October 2016, Adana, Turkey.
Çetinkaya G., Öztürk Özener H., Meşeli S.E., Kuru L. Clinical evaluation after labial frenectomy performed with conventional technique: A pilot study. TDB 22nd International Dentistry Congress, 19–21 May 2016, Izmir, Turkey. (Oral Presentation)

Papers Presented at National Scientific Meetings (Proceedings)

Çetinkaya G., Öztürk H., Meşeli S.E., Kuru L. Clinical evaluation after labial frenectomy performed with Nd:YAG and diode laser. 1st Symposium of the Dental Laser Academy Association, 26 October 2017, Istanbul, Turkey.
Kırali B., Çetinkaya G., Öztürk H., Meşeli S.E., Kuru L. Labial frenectomy operation with diode laser: Case series. 1st Symposium of the Dental Laser Academy Association, 26 October 2017, Istanbul, Turkey.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ogül Leman TUNAR

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ogül Leman TUNAR

Periodontology

Education and Professional Career

2011: PhD in Periodontology, Yeditepe University
2006: DDS, Yeditepe University Faculty of Dentistry

Articles and Publications

International Peer-Reviewed Journals (SCI, SSCI, Arts and Humanities)

Tunar O.L., Gürsoy H., Çakar G., Kuru B., Dirikan Ipci S., Yılmaz S. Evaluation of the effects of Er:YAG laser and desensitizing paste containing 8% arginine and calcium carbonate, and their combinations on human dentine tubules: A scanning electron microscopic analysis. Photomedicine and Laser Surgery 2014 Oct; 32(10): 540–545. doi:10.1089/pho.2014.3779. Epub 2014 Sep 19.

Papers Presented at International Scientific Meetings (Proceedings)

Tunar O.L., Gürsoy H., Çakar G., Kuru B., Yılmaz S. Evaluation of desensitizing paste containing 8% arginine and calcium carbonate and Er:YAG laser on dentinal tubules: an in vitro study. World Federation for Laser Dentistry (WFLD) Congress, April 26–28, 2012. (Oral Presentation)
Tunar O.L., Gürsoy H., Çakar G., Kuru B., Yılmaz S. Evaluation of the effects of different desensitizing procedures on dentine tubules: an in vitro study. EFP7 Congress, June 6–9, 2012, Vienna. (Poster Presentation)
Tunar O.L., Gürsoy H., Çakar G., İpci Ş., Yılmaz S. Microstructural changes of human dentine tubules after different desensitizing procedures and immersion in 1% citric acid. 47th Meeting of the Continental European Division of the International Association for Dental Research (CED-IADR). (Poster Presentation)
Atalay B., İnce Kuka G., Tunar O.L., Özkan Karaca E., Gürsoy H., Kuru B. Plaque-inhibitory effect of hyaluronan-containing mouthwash in a 4-day non-brushing model. CED-IADR / NOF Oral Health Congress, 21–23 September 2017, Vienna, Austria. (Oral Presentation)
Al-Naihoum N., İnce Kuka G., Tunar O.L., Özkan Karaca E., Gürsoy H., Kuru B. Plaque inhibitory effect of chlorine-dioxide mouth rinse in a 4-day plaque accumulation model. CED-IADR / NOF Oral Health Congress, 21–23 September 2017, Vienna, Austria. (Oral Presentation)

National Peer-Reviewed Journals

Erzincan S.G., Yarımoğlu E., Tunar O.L., Gürsoy H. Periodontal diseases and adverse outcomes in pregnancy. Yeditepe Dental Journal 2016; 12(1): 65–69.
Karaca Özkan E., Gürsoy H., Tunar O.L., Kuru B. Complications and treatment alternatives in sinus augmentation. Yeditepe Dental Journal 2016; 12(2): 53–62.
Mert M., Altın K., Yarımoğlu E., Tunar O.L., Karaca E., Gürsoy H. Relationship between osteoporosis and periodontal disease. Yeditepe Dental Journal 2016; 12(2): 47–52.
İnce G., Gürsoy H., Özkan Karaca E., Tunar O.L., Kuru B. Effects of Lactobacillus-type probiotics on subgingival flora. Turkiye Klinikleri Journal of Periodontology – Special Topics 2017; 3(1): 27–32.
Gürsoy H., İnce G., Özkan Karaca E., Tunar O.L., Kuru B. Probiotics in host modulation. Turkiye Klinikleri Journal of Periodontology – Special Topics 2017; 3(1): 41–47.
Kocabaş H.Z., Özkan Karaca E., İnce Kuka G., Tunar O.L., Gürsoy H. Relationship between cardiovascular disease and periodontal health. 7tepe Clinical Journal 2017; 13(3): 61–66.
Gürsoy H., Tunar O.L., İnce Kuka G., Özkan Karaca E., Kuru B. Lasers in periodontal therapy. Dental Journal 2018; 131: 28–32.
İnce Kuka G., Tunar O.L., Gürsoy H., Kuru B. Evaluation of the cleaning efficacy of three different interdental cleaning devices: in vitro study. 7tepe Clinical Journal (Accepted for publication).

Administrative Duties

Pharmacovigilance Officer, Yeditepe University Faculty of Dentistry
Member, JCI Committee on Patient Care and Continuity of Care (Pharmacovigilance Officer)
Member, JCI Antibiotic Board
Member, JCI Infection Committee
Bologna Process Coordinator, Yeditepe University Faculty of Dentistry

Memberships in Scientific and Professional Organizations

Turkish Society of Periodontology
European Federation of Periodontology

Awards

4th International YUDBAT Congress – Best Oral Presentation Award “In-vitro Comparison of the Plaque Removal Efficacy of Two Different Interdental Cleaning Devices.” 28–29 April 2017, Istanbul, Turkey. (Project Leader)

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ebru ÖZKAN KARACA

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ebru ÖZKAN KARACA

Department of Periodontology

Education and Academic Career

2017: Assistant Professor, Yeditepe University Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Periodontology
2009: PhD in Periodontology, Yeditepe University Faculty of Dentistry
1998: DDS and MSc, Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry

Publications

International Peer-Reviewed Journals (SCI & SCI-Expanded)

Yılmaz S., Özkan Karaca E., Dirikan Ipci Ş., Çakar G., Kuru Eren B., Kullu S., Horwitz J. Radiographic and histologic evaluation of platelet-rich plasma and bovine-derived xenograft combination in bilateral sinus augmentation procedure. Platelets, June 2013; 24(4): 308–315.
Panagiotou D., Özkan Karaca E., Dirikan Ipci Ş., Çakar G., Olgaç V., Yılmaz S. Comparison of two different xenografts in bilateral sinus augmentation: Radiographic and histologic findings. Quintessence International, 2015; 46(7): 611–619.
Özkan Karaca E., Dirikan Ipci Ş., Çakar G., Yılmaz S. Dental implant survival and success rate after sinus augmentation with deproteinized bovine bone mineral and platelet-rich plasma at one and five years: A prospective controlled study. Biotechnology & Biotechnological Equipment, 2017; 32: 594–599.

Presentations at International Scientific Meetings

Özkan E., Kuru B., Çakar G., Yılmaz S. Allomatrix Injectable Putty for the Treatment of Generalized Aggressive Periodontitis. PEF-IADR, 13–16 September 2006, Trinity College, Dublin, Ireland.
Özkan E., Yılmaz S., Çakar G., Kuru Eren B., Şençift K., Kazazoğlu E., Çöloğlu S. Sinus augmentation with delayed placement of implants in the presence of platelet-rich plasma and bovine-derived xenograft. Astra Tech Dental World Congress, 4–7 June 2008, Washington, DC.
Özkan E., Yılmaz S., Çakar G., Kuru B. Sinus Floor Augmentation Using Platelet-Rich Plasma and Bovine-Derived Xenograft. EuroPerio 6, Journal of Clinical Periodontology Supplement 9, Stockholm, Sweden, June 2009.
Döner S., Özkan Karaca E., Kuru B., Yılmaz S. Sinus augmentation using collagenated corticocancellous bone grafts with and without autogenous bone: Case series. EuroPerio 7, 6–9 June 2012, Vienna, Austria.
Özkan Karaca E., Çakar G., Kuru B., Şençift K., Kazazoğlu E., Çöloğlu S., Yılmaz S. Clinical, radiographic and histological evaluation of platelet-rich plasma and bovine-derived xenograft in two-stage sinus augmentation. 1st International Congress of Periodontology and Esthetic Dentistry, 25–27 April 2013, Baku, Azerbaijan (Poster presentation).
Panagiotou D., Özkan Karaca E., Olgaç V., Yılmaz S. Comparison of two different xenografts in sinus augmentation. CED-IADR, 4–7 September 2013, Florence, Italy.
Özkan Karaca E., Dirikan Ipci Ş., Çakar G., Kazazoğlu E., Şençift MK., Yılmaz S. One- and five-year results of implant success after sinus augmentation with deproteinized bovine bone mineral and platelet-rich plasma: A clinical controlled study. EuroPerio 8, 3 June 2015, London, UK.
Al-Naihoum N., İnce Kuka G., Tunar OL., Özkan Karaca E., Gürsoy H., Kuru B. Plaque inhibitory effect of chlorine-dioxide mouth rinse in a 4-day plaque accumulation model. CED-IADR / NOF Oral Health Congress, 21–23 September 2017, Vienna, Austria.
Atalay B., İnce Kuka G., Tunar OL., Özkan Karaca E., Gürsoy H., Kuru B. Plaque-inhibitory effect of hyaluronan-containing mouthwash in a 4-day non-brushing model. CED-IADR / NOF Oral Health Congress, 21–23 September 2017, Vienna, Austria.

National Peer-Reviewed Publications

Özkan E., Çakar G., Dirikan Ipci Ş., Noyan Ü., Yılmaz S. Clinical and radiographic evaluation of demineralized bone matrix and calcium sulfate combination in the treatment of intrabony defects in generalized aggressive periodontitis. Yeditepe University Journal of Dentistry, 2010; 2(4): 32–37.
Gürlüman G., Özkan E., Dirikan Ipci Ş., Noyan Ü., Yılmaz S. Clinical and radiographic evaluation of demineralized bone matrix and calcium sulfate combination in chronic periodontitis: Case series. Istanbul University Journal of Dentistry, 2010; 44(2): 125–132.
Karaca E., Dirikan Ipci Ş., Gürlüman G., Kuru B., Şençift K., Kazazoğlu E., Çöloğlu S., Yılmaz S. Radiographic and histologic evaluation of platelet-rich plasma and bovine-derived xenograft in sinus augmentation: A case report. Yeditepe University Journal of Dentistry, 2011; 3(2): 54–59.
Karaca Özkan E., Gürsoy H., Tunar OL., Kuru B. Complications and treatment alternatives in sinus augmentation. Yeditepe Dental Journal, 2016; 13(2): 53–62.
Gürsoy H., Altın K., Yarımoğlu E., Tunar OL., Özkan Karaca E. Relationship between osteoporosis and periodontal disease. Yeditepe Dental Journal, 2016; 13(2): 47–52.
İnce G., Gürsoy H., Karaca Özkan E., Tunar OL., Kuru Eren B. Effects of Lactobacillus-type probiotics on subgingival flora. Turkiye Klinikleri Journal of Periodontology – Special Topics, 2017; 3(1): 27–31.
Gürsoy H., İnce G., Tunar OL., Karaca Özkan E., Kuru Eren B. Probiotics in host modulation. Turkiye Klinikleri Journal of Periodontology – Special Topics, 2017; 3(1): 41–47.
Kocabaş HZ., Özkan Karaca E., İnce Kuka G., Gürsoy H. Relationship between cardiovascular disease and periodontal health. Yeditepe Dental Journal, 2017; 12(2): 61–66.

Research Projects

Project: “Platelet-rich plasma and bovine-derived xenograft combination in sinus augmentation” → Supported by Astra Tech Dental Implants →  Awarded Astra Tech World Poster Prize for Best Clinical Research, 2009, USA

Administrative Roles

Member, CODA Accreditation Committee
Member, Laboratory Safety Committee

Memberships in Scientific and Professional Organizations

Turkish Dental Association (TDB)
Turkish Society of Periodontology (TPD)
European Federation of Periodontology (EFP)
Dental Laser Academy Society (DILAD)
Istanbul Chamber of Dentists

Awards

 Astra Tech World Poster Prize for Best Clinical Research → Project: “Platelet-rich plasma and bovine-derived xenograft combination in sinus augmentation” → Awarded in 2009, USA

Prof. Dr. Bahar EREN KURU

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Prof. Dr. Bahar EREN KURU

Periodontology

Head of Department

Education and Career

2002: Full Professor, Marmara University Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Periodontology
1996–2002: Associate Professor, Marmara University Faculty of Dentistry
1994–1996: Assistant Professor, Marmara University Faculty of Dentistry
1992–1994: Lecturer, Marmara University Faculty of Dentistry
1992: PhD, Marmara University Faculty of Dentistry, Periodontology
1987–1992: Research Assistant, Marmara University Faculty of Dentistry
1986: Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree, Marmara University Faculty of Dentistry

Publications

Prof. Kuru has authored over 100 peer-reviewed articles in international and national journals, including:

Journal of Periodontology
Journal of Clinical Periodontology
Photomedicine and Laser Surgery
Platelets
Quintessence International
Nigerian Journal of Clinical Practice
European Journal of Dentistry
Journal of Marmara University Dental Faculty
Türkiye Klinikleri Dişhekimliği Bilimleri Dergisi
Yeditepe Klinik

Her research covers:

Periodontal plastic and esthetic surgery
Gingival recession treatments
Laser applications in periodontology
Platelet-rich plasma and bone grafts
Probiotics in periodontal therapy
Sjögren’s syndrome and periodontal health
Biomarkers in gingival crevicular fluid
Periodontal regeneration and antimicrobial strategies

Book Chapters

Author, “Periodontal Plastic and Esthetic Surgery” in Periodontology, Quintessence Publishing Group, 2016
Co-author, Chapter XI in Pathogenesis and Treatment of Periodontitis, IN TECH Scientific Books
Co-author, Chapter XIII in Current Trends in Periodontics and Implant Dentistry, NOVA Science Publishers

Administrative Roles

Head of Department, Periodontology, Marmara University (2007–2013)
Academic Coordinator, EFP-accredited Postgraduate Program, Yeditepe University (2005–2013)
Head of Department, Periodontology, Yeditepe University (2016–Present)
Program Director, EFP-accredited Postgraduate Program, Yeditepe University (2016–Present)
Visiting Researcher, University College London, Eastman Dental Institute (1999)
Visiting Researcher, Harvard University, Forsyth Institute (2012)
Fellow and Speaker, International Team for Implantology (ITI) (2010–Present)

Memberships in Scientific and Professional Organizations

Turkish Society of Periodontology (TPD) – Board Member, President (2014–2016), Education Committee Member
Turkish Dental Association (TDB)
Founding Member, Dental Laser Academy Association (DILAD)
European Federation of Periodontology (EFP) – Turkish Representative (2010–2018)
International Team for Implantology (ITI)
Honorary Board of Medical Devices: Evidence and Research
Biomed Experts

Awards

🏅 Graduation Valedictorian, Marmara University Faculty of Dentistry – Elective Study at Bristol Dental School, UK (1987)
🥇 BANAT Best Scientific Research Award (1993, 2000)
🥇 BUTLER Award – European Federation of Periodontology, Geneva (2000)
🥇 ASTRATEC World Poster Prize – Best Clinical Research, USA (2009)
🥇 COLGATE Best Scientific Research Award (2011), Second Prize (2014)
🏆 Marmara University Best Clinical Doctoral Research Award (2012, 2014)

🌍 International Research Assignments: University College London (1999), Harvard Forsyth Institute (2012)

Awards and Recognitions

🏅 Graduation Valedictorian, Marmara University Faculty of Dentistry (1987) → Awarded an Elective Study at Bristol Dental School, UK

🥇 BANAT Best Scientific Research Award (1993) → Study: Diagnostic studies in periodontitis: A genetic and dermatoglyphic analysis

🌍 International Research Assignment (1999) → University College London, Eastman Dental Institute, Department of Oral Medicine → Study: Periodontal status in patients with Sjögren’s syndrome

🥇 BANAT Best Scientific Research Award (2000) → Study: Periodontal findings in patients with Sjögren’s syndrome

🥇 BUTLER Award, European Federation of Periodontology, Geneva (2000) → Study: Periodontal status in Sjögren’s syndrome

🏆 ASTRATEC World Poster Prize – Best Clinical Research, USA (2009) → Study: Platelet-rich plasma and bovine-derived xenograft combination in sinus augmentation

🥇 COLGATE Best Scientific Research Award (2011) → Study: Effect of probiotics in the development of gingivitis

🥈 COLGATE Second Prize – Best Scientific Research (2014) → Study: Effect of 0.2% topical hyaluronic acid gel on wound healing at free gingival graft donor sites

🏅 Marmara University Institute of Health Sciences – Best Clinical Doctoral Research Award (2012) → Study: Treatment of localized gingival recessions using gingival unit grafts

🏅 Marmara University Institute of Health Sciences – Poster Award (2014) → Study: Comparative efficacy of desensitizing paste with 8% arginine and calcium carbonate vs. Er:YAG laser in dentin hypersensitivity

Scientific and Professional Memberships

Turkish Society of Periodontology (TSP) – Board Member, President (2014–2016), Education Committee Member

Turkish Dental Association (TDB)

Founding Member, Dental Laser Academy Association (DILAD)

European Federation of Periodontology (EFP) – Turkish Representative (2010–2018)

International Team for Implantology (ITI) – Fellow and Speaker (2010–Present)

Honorary Board of Medical Devices: Evidence and Research