Prof. Dr. Esra CAN

Education and Career

• 2006: Associate Professor, Yeditepe University Faculty of Dentistry

• 2002: Assistant Professor, Yeditepe University Faculty of Dentistry

• 1999: PhD in Conservative Dentistry, Istanbul University

• 1994: DDS and Master’s Degree, Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry

• PhD Thesis: In vitro evaluation of the effect of cavity disinfectants on the adhesion of single- and multi-step dentin bonding systems Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Fatma Koray

• Master’s Theses:

  • Effect of polymerization mode and placement pressure techniques on microtensile bond strength of dual-cure resin cements in composite onlay cementation

  • Comparative evaluation of whitening efficacy and enamel surface morphology of different bleaching techniques

  • Effect of polishing methods on discoloration of nanofill and microhybrid composites

Prof. Can has authored over 40 peer-reviewed articles in international and national journals, including:

• Quintessence International

• Journal of Adhesive Dentistry

• Operative Dentistry

• Journal of Dentistry

• Australian Dental Journal

• Dental Materials Journal

Key topics include:

• Adhesive systems and bonding strength

• Surface roughness and microhardness of restorative materials

• Whitening techniques and enamel morphology

• Clinical evaluation of composite restorations

• Laser applications in restorative dentistry

Prof. Can has presented at major conferences including:

• IADR General Sessions (Göteborg, Cardiff, Amsterdam, Munich, Barcelona, San Diego)

• Balkan Stomatological Society Congress

• Turkish Society of Restorative Dentistry Congress

• Topics include:

  • Adhesive bonding to sound vs. caries-affected dentin

  • Effect of prophylaxis pastes on restorative materials

  • Laser-assisted bonding and bleaching

  • Clinical evaluation of self-etch adhesives

Topics include:

• Cervical lesions and restorative approaches

• Cavity disinfectants and hybrid layer formation

• Restoration of fractured anterior teeth

• Finishing and polishing of composites

• Whitening treatments and surface morphology

• Turkish Society of Restorative Dentistry

• Laser Dentistry Academy Congress

• Conservative Dentistry Symposiums

• Topics include:

  • SEM studies on adhesive systems

  • ER:YAG laser effects on enamel

  • Fiber-reinforced composite restorations

  • Clinical case reports on trauma and esthetics

• Principal Investigator: In vitro evaluation of the effect of cavity disinfectants on the adhesion of single- and multi-step dentin bonding systems Supported by Istanbul University Research Fund (Project No: T-584/240698)

• International Association for Dental Research (IADR)

• Turkish Society of Restorative Dentistry

 IADR Continental European Division Travel Stipend (2001)

Summary of Expertise

Prof. Dr. Esra Can is a leading academic in restorative dentistry, with over two decades of experience in clinical research, teaching, and postgraduate supervision. Her expertise spans:

• Adhesive systems and dentin bonding

• Composite resin materials and surface treatments

• Laser-assisted restorative techniques

• Whitening procedures and enamel morphology

• Clinical evaluation of restorative protocols

She has contributed extensively to international dental research, presented at global conferences, and mentored numerous graduate students in advanced restorative techniques.

Head of the Department of Restorative Dentistry at Yeditepe University

Principal investigator in university-funded research projects

Active contributor to curriculum development and postgraduate education

Presenter at national and international congresses

Member of key professional organizations in restorative dentistry