Prof. Dr. Nuray ÇAPA
Department of Prosthetic Dentistry
Education and Career
- 2018: Full Professor, Yeditepe University Faculty of Dentistry, Prosthetic Dentistry
- 2012: Associate Professor, Yeditepe University Faculty of Dentistry, Prosthetic Dentistry
- 2007: Assistant Professor, Yeditepe University Faculty of Dentistry, Prosthetic Dentistry
- 2005: PhD / Specialization in Medicine, Yeditepe University Faculty of Dentistry, Prosthetic Dentistry
- 2002: Master’s Degree, Yeditepe University Faculty of Dentistry, Prosthetic Dentistry
- 1995: Bachelor’s Degree, Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry
Publications
Articles Published in International Peer-Reviewed Journals (SCI & SCI-Expanded)
Prof. Çapa has authored over 14 SCI-indexed articles on topics such as:
- Bond strength of composites and porcelain
- Gingiva-colored veneers for recession
- Interdisciplinary treatment of complex dental cases
- CAD/CAM systems and zirconia restorations
- Shade-matching ability and esthetics in dentistry
- Laser applications in prosthodontics
Papers Presented at International Scientific Meetings
Over 35 presentations at conferences including:
- Balkan Stomatological Society (BASS)
- European Prosthodontic Association (EPA)
- International Association for Dental Research (IADR)
- European Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
- Turkish Prosthodontic and Implantology Association (TPİD)
- Topics include porcelain repair, esthetic restorations, CAD/CAM materials, implant-supported prostheses, and dental education
Books Authored
- Laboratory Procedures for Partial Dentures, co-authored with S. Çalıkkocaoğlu and P. Kursoglu, Özyurt Publishing, Istanbul, 2005
- Laboratory Procedures for Complete Dentures, co-authored, Yeditepe University Publications, 2nd Edition, 2007
Book Chapters
- Chapter 13: Nutrition in Complete Dentures, in “Prosthetic Treatment of Edentulous Patients – Classical Complete Dentures”, Quintessence Publishing, 2010
Translated International Book Chapters
- Chapter 9: Clinical Procedures, from “Principles and Practices of Complete Dentures” by Iwao Hayakawa, translated with P. Kursoglu, Ö. Malkondu, N. Çapa, C. Canpolat, F. Noyun, Quintessence Publishing, 2007
Articles Published in National Peer-Reviewed Journals
Topics include:
- Esthetics in anterior restorations
- Erosion treatment
- Gingival retraction techniques
- Implant-supported overdentures
- Porcelain repair systems
- Adhesive cementation and occlusion
- Clinical approaches to esthetic complications
Presentations at National Scientific Meetings
- Over 30 presentations at Turkish dental congresses and symposia
- Topics include implant applications, esthetic restorations, color selection, porcelain laminate cementation, and prosthetic complications
Educational Seminars Delivered Nationally
- More than 25 seminars across Turkey
- Topics include:
- Adhesive cementation of porcelain laminates
- Selection of impression materials
- Esthetic crown and laminate restorations
- Management of prosthetic failures
- Clinical applications of zirconia restorations
- Functional occlusion and esthetic decision-making
Articles Published in National Non-Peer-Reviewed Journals
- Topics include:
- Implant-to-natural tooth connections
- Mandibular implant-supported removable prostheses
- Porcelain laminates
- Adhesive cements
Administrative Roles
- Board Member (since 2014)
- Member, Graduate and Doctoral Bologna Monitoring and Preparation Committee (since 2014)
- Coordinator, Continuing Dental Education (since 2015)
- Member, Scientific Board (since 2015)
- Member, Undergraduate Bologna Monitoring and Preparation Committee (since 2016)
- Coordinator, Dental Photography Course (since 2016)
Memberships in Scientific and Professional Organizations
- Turkish Prosthodontic and Implantology Association (TPİD) – Disciplinary Board Member (since 2014)
- Dental Laser Academy Association (DİLAD)
Awards
- Honorable Mention: Evaluation of surface roughness of removable denture materials with different cleaning agents, 3rd National & 1st International Student Research Days, April 2014, Istanbul
- Second Prize: Success rate of CAD/CAM scanning for preclinical and clinical students, YUDBAT 5th National & 3rd International Student Research Days, April 2016, Istanbul
- Second Prize: Microhardness comparison between hybrid ceramic and resin-based CAD/CAM materials after aging, 3D-Digital Transformation in Dentistry International Congress, April 2017, Istanbul
Awards
- 🏅 Honorable Mention: Evaluation of surface roughness of removable denture materials with different cleaning agents 3rd National & 1st International Student Research Days, April 4–5, 2014, Istanbul, Turkey (Oral Presentation)
- 🥈 Second Prize: Success rate for utilizing CAD/CAM scanning for preclinical and clinical students YUDBAT 5th National & 3rd International Student Research Days, April 16–18, 2016, Istanbul, Turkey (Oral Presentation)
- 🥈 Second Prize: Microhardness Comparison Between Hybrid Ceramic and Resin-Based CAD/CAM Materials After Aging 3D-Digital Transformation in Dentistry International Congress, April 7–8, 2017, Istanbul, Turkey (Poster Presentation)