Prof. Dr. Pınar KURSOĞLU

Education and Career

• 2006: Associate Professor, Yeditepe University Faculty of Dentistry

• 2001: Assistant Professor, Yeditepe University Faculty of Dentistry

• 1999: PhD, Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry, Prosthetic Dentistry

• 1992: Master’s Degree, Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry, Prosthetic Dentistry

Publications

Articles Published in International Peer-Reviewed Journals (SCI, SSCI, Arts & Humanities)

Prof. Kursoğlu has authored over 10 SCI-indexed articles on topics including:

• Temporomandibular joint morphology and disorders

• Ceramic surface treatments and bonding

• CAD/CAM prosthetic systems

• Sleep apnea management

• Biocompatibility of dental materials

Articles Published in Other International Journals

Topics include:

• Laser effects on ceramics

• Mandibular morphology in ancient populations

• Neutral zone techniques

• Edentulism classification

• Denture retention strategies

Presentations at International Scientific Meetings

Oral Presentations

• Temporomandibular disorders and parafunctional habits

• Sleep apnea treatment with intraoral appliances

• Ceramic surface roughness and bonding techniques

• Dental education and student career planning

Poster Presentations

• Mandibular analysis in ancient populations

• Edentulism and zirconia-supported prostheses

• Surface treatments and color stability of ceramics

• TMJ disorders prevalence and imaging

Books and Translations

• Translator and Editor:

  • Principles and Practices of Complete Dentures by Iwao Hayakawa, Chapter 9: Clinical Procedures, Quintessence Publishing, 2007

  • Removable Partial Dentures by Nicholas J. A. Jepson, Quintessence Publishing, 2011

Articles Published in National Peer-Reviewed Journals

Topics include:

• TMJ disorders in denture patients

• Sleep apnea treatment

• Soft tissue management in fixed prostheses

• Attachment selection in overdentures

• Occlusion and vertical dimension restoration

• Volumetric CT in dentistry

Articles Published in National Non-Peer-Reviewed Journals

• Informative article on TMJ disorders and bruxism for www.sagligimicinhersey.com (2010)

Presentations at National Scientific Meetings

Oral Presentations

• TMJ disorders in young populations

• Splint design for divers

• CO₂ laser use in soft tissue repair

Poster Presentations

• Prosthetic rehabilitation using hidden clasps

• Use of Stafne’s bone cavity for denture retention

• Surface treatments and bonding strength

Lectures and Seminars

• Centric relation and occlusion

• Diagnosis and treatment of TMJ disorders

• Imaging and pharmacological management of TMD

• Esthetic complications in prosthetic restorations

• Bruxism and its management (including live TV appearance)

• Clinical decision-making in prosthetic planning

Books Authored

• Laboratory Procedures for Complete Dentures, co-authored with S. Çalıkkocaoğlu and N. Çapa, Yeditepe University Publications, 2001

• Laboratory Procedures for Partial Dentures, co-authored, Istanbul, 2005

Book Chapters

• Topics include occlusion, horizontal relationships, Bennett movement, and denture registration techniques

• Published in various editions of “Prosthetic Treatment of Edentulous Patients – Classical Complete Dentures” and academic course materials

Administrative Roles

• Member, Education Accreditation Committee

• Assistant Editor, BaSS International Scientific Journal

• Scientific Advisory Board Member, Ege University Dental Journal

• Assistant Editor, 7Tepe Clinical Journal

• Faculty Board Member

Courses Taught (2011–2012)

• DENT 103: Tooth Morphology and Manipulation

• DENT 213: Dental Materials Science

• DENT 312: Functional Dentistry and Occlusion I

• DENT 412: Functional Dentistry and Occlusion II

• DENT 512: Clinical Sciences V

Memberships in Scientific and Professional Organizations

• European Prosthodontic Association (EPA)

• International Association for Dental Research (IADR)

• Prosthodontics Academy and Gnathology Association

• Dental Laser Academy Association (DİLAD)

• Esthetic Dentistry Academy Association (EDAD)

  Administrative Roles

  • Member, Education Accreditation Committee

  • Assistant Editor, BaSS International Peer-Reviewed Scientific Journal

  • Scientific Advisory Board Member, Ege University Faculty of Dentistry Journal

  • Assistant Editor, 7Tepe Clinical Journal

  • Member, Faculty Board

   

  Courses Taught (2011–2012 Academic Year)

  • DENT 103: Tooth Morphology and Manipulation (Fall & Spring)

  • DENT 213: Dental Materials Science (Spring)

  • DENT 312: Functional Dentistry and Occlusion I (Fall)

  • DENT 412: Functional Dentistry and Occlusion II (Fall)

  • DENT 512: Clinical Sciences V (Fall)

   

  Memberships in Scientific and Professional Organizations

  • European Prosthodontic Association (EPA)

  • International Association for Dental Research (IADR)

  • Prosthodontics Academy and Gnathology Association

  • Dental Laser Academy Association (DİLAD)

  • Esthetic Dentistry Academy Association (EDAD)