Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ebru ÖZKAN KARACA

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

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

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. 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).

6. 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.

7. 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.

8. 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.

9. 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.

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. Karaca Özkan E., Gürsoy H., Tunar OL., Kuru B. Complications and treatment alternatives in sinus augmentation. Yeditepe Dental Journal, 2016; 13(2): 53–62.

5. 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.

6. 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.

7. 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.

8. 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

• Member, CODA Accreditation Committee

• Member, Laboratory Safety Committee

• Turkish Dental Association (TDB)

• Turkish Society of Periodontology (TPD)

• European Federation of Periodontology (EFP)

• Dental Laser Academy Society (DILAD)

• Istanbul Chamber of Dentists

•  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