Prof.Dr. Hakan Alpay Karasu, D.D.S.
Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Dean of the Faculty of Dentistry
Fields of Study and Interests
Education
1998 - University of London, Department of Oral, Dental and Maxillofacial Surgery
Career
Ankara Medipol University Faculty of Dentistry
University of London, Faculty of Dentistry
Publications and Congress Statements
1.Karasu HA., Okçu KM., Ortakoğlu K., Bayar GR., Aydıntuğ Y., "Treatment of Temporomandibular Joint Ankylosis with Temporalis Superficial Fascia Flap" Mil Med,2005;170(2):167
2. Özer L., Karasu HA., Aras K., Tokman B., Ersoy E., "Dentin Dysplasia Type 1: Report of Atypical Cases in The Permanent and Mixt Dentitions" Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radio/ Endod, 2004;98:85-90
3. Sayan NB., Üçok C., Karasu HA., Günhan Ö., "Peripheral Osteoma of The Oral and Maxillofacial Region: A Study of 35 New Cases" J Oral Maxillofac Surg, 2002;60:1299-1301
4. Doğan N., Üçok C., Korkmaz C., Üçok Ö., Karasu HA., "The Effects of Articaine Hydrochloride on Wound Healing: An Experimental Study" J Oral Maxillofac Surg, 2003;61:1467-1470
5. Karasu HA., Ortakoğlu K., Okçu M., Günhan Ö., "Osteochondroma of the Mandibular Condyle: Report of a Case and Review of the Literature" Mil Med, 2005;170(9):79
6. Altug Ataç AT., Karasu HA., Aytaç D., "Surgically Assisted Rapid Maxillary Expansion Compared with Orthopedic Rapid Maxillar Expansion" Angle Orthodontist, 2006;76(3):353-359
7. Sayan NB., Karasu HA., Uyanik LO., Aytaç D., "Two- stage Treatment of TMJ Ankylosis by Early Surgical Approach and Distraction Osteogenesis" J Craniofac Surg,2007;18(1):212-217
8. Üçok C., Karasu HA., Orhan K., Üçok Ö., Tuncer N., "Intravascular Papillary Endothelial Hyperplasia and Osteoma: A Case Report of an Individual with 2 Different Pathologies" Quintessence Int, 2007;38, (2):88-91
9. Kurt G. Altuğ-Atac AT., Ataç MS., Karasu HA., “Stability of SARME and OME after 3 years Follow-up.” The Angle Orthodontist. 2010;80(4):613-619
10. Kurt G., Altuğ-Atac AT., Ataç MS., Karasu HA., “Changes in Nasopharyngeal Airway Following Orthopedic and Surgically Assisted Rapid Maxillary Expansion” J Craniofac Surg 2010;21:312-317
11. Altuğ-Ataç AT., Ataç MS., Kurt G., Karasu HA., “Comparison of Surgically Assisted RME and Orthopedic RME: Changes in Nasal Structure” Int J Oral and Maxillofac Surg 2010;39:129-135.
12. Aydemir H, Memikoğlu U, Karasu H. Pharyngeal airway space, hyoid bone position and head posture after orthognathic surgery in Class III patients.” Angle Orthod. 2012 Nov;82(6):993-1000. doi: 10.2319/091911-597.1. Epub 2012 Apr 11. PMID:22500578
13. Efendiyeva R1, Aydemir H, Karasu H, Toygar-Memikoğlu U. “Pharyngeal airway space, hyoid bone position, and head posture after bimaxillary orthognathic surgery in Class III patients: Long-term evaluation.” Angle Orthod. 2014 Mar 7. [Epub ahead of print]
14. SUNAL AKTÜRK EZGİ, EREN HAKAN, GÖRÜRGÖZ CANSU, ORHAN KAAN, KARASU HAKAN ALPAY, AKAT BORA, TOYGAR MEMİKOĞLU TÜLİN UFUK (2020). Electromyographic, Ultrasonographic, and Ultrasound Elastographic Evaluation of the Masseter Muscle in Class III Patients Before and After Orthognathic Surgery. Journal of Craniofacial Surgery (Yayın No: 6276746)
15. Sahbaz Emir Bahman,CESUR EMRE,ALTUĞ DEMİRALP AYŞE TUBA,Ergül Kutay Can,KARASU HAKAN ALPAY,TOYGAR MEMİKOĞLU TÜLİN UFUK (2019). Is It Possible to Protract the Maxilla by Surgically Assisted Rapid Maxillary Expansion and Intermaxillary Class III Elastics? Turkish Journal of Orthodontics, 32(02), 96-104., Doi: 10.5152/Turkjorthod.2019.18060 (Yayın No: 5697928)
16. Aydemir H, Efendiyeva R, Karasu H, Toygar M, Tülin U (2015). Evaluation of Long-Term Soft Tissue Changes After Bimaxillary Orthognathic Surgery in Class III Patients. The Angle Orthodontist, 85(4), 631-637., Doi: 10.2319/062214-449.1
17. Karasu HA., Uyanık LO., Üçok C., Sayan NB., "The Use of Iliac Bone Greft on Maxillomandibular Defects" IntJ Oral Maxillofac Surg. 32(Supplement I) S39 (2003), 16 th International Conference on Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Athens, Greece.
18. Üçok C., Karasu HA., Akçam O., Uyanık LO., Üçok Ö., Sayan NB., "The Use Rapid External Distraction on Cleft Patient" IntJ Oral Maxillofac Surg. 32(Supplement I) S18 (2003), 16th International Conference on Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Athens, Greece.
19. Uyanık LO., Karasu HA., Aytaç D., "The use of Rigid External Distraction for Midface Hypoplasia" J Cranio-Maxillofac Surg. 34(Supplement 1) 155-156 (2006), Abstracts from the 18th Congress of The European Association for Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery, Barcelona, Spain.
Read moreDr. Sait Gezer was born in Istanbul in 1975. He completed his middle and high school education at Beşiktaş Atatürk Anatolian High School. He graduated from Istanbul University Çapa Faculty of Dentistry, one of the most prestigious educational institutions in our country, in the field of dentistry. Between 2002 and 2004, he worked at the Orthodontics Department of Istanbul University Çapa. Since 2006, he has been working in private clinics and practices. Married and father of two children, Dr. Sait primarily focuses on practicing aesthetic dentistry. Currently, he works at Estexper Clinic.
Read moreEducation
Konya Selçuk University Faculty of Dentistry
EC English Language Schools Brighton,England
Marmara University Faculty of Dentistry Department of Surgery PHD
Work Experiences
Avrupadiş Ataşehir,
Private Yakacık Oral and Dental Health Polyclinic,
Kartal Private Vera Hospital,
As a surgical physician at Dentgroup Çekmeköy clinic,
PUBLICATIONS AND STUDIES
• Evaluation of the Effect of Botulinum Toxin Application on Chewing Muscles and Nutrition
• Evaluation of the Effect of Flap Design on Quality of Life in Under Impacted Wisdom Teeth Extractions
• The Effect of Kinesio Tape Application on Edema After Wisdom Tooth Extraction
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He has developed his expertise with one-on-one applied courses by following the most current developments in dentistry. He is very experienced in treatments such as smile design, dental implantology, which is one of the most preferred dentistry applications today, and all on six, immediate implantology, which is a multidisciplinary working style.
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Gurkan Korkmaz is renowned for his meticulous and innovative dental services, backed by a decade-long expertise in the field. He approaches each patient with a tailored strategy, utilizing the latest technology and techniques to ensure they achieve a healthy and redeyt smile. Offering a wide spectrum of services including aesthetic dentistry, implants, root canal treatments, and pediatric dentistry, Gurkan Korkmaz prioritizes customer satisfaction, placing the comfort and trust of patients at the forefront. Widely recognized as the epitome of excellence in enhancing smiles, Gurkan Korkmaz is the go-to, reliable dentist for delivering the finest solutions to embellish your smile.
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Has successfully placed more than 7000 dental implants from simple single tooth prosthesis to full mouth rehabilitation, from all-on-four to all-on-six and from challenging Sinus Lift to Zygoma Implants.
With a mission to conquer the world and put a smile across the globe, Dr. Asif Shaik wishes to redefine dentistry as a discerning service and not a mere necessity.
Dr Asif has enriched many lives through his demeanour, exceptional surgical skills and caring attitude. Of the many success stories, the full mouth rehabilitation of a 42 year old cancer survivor with maxillary resection is an achievement par excellence.
The pride in his eyes is a mark of happy smiles he has carved in the last 18 years of practice.
He is a man on a mission, and is not only absolutely in love with every bit of his job but also on a passionate & unstoppable journey of spreading smiles.
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Read moreI'm Dr. Batuhan Furkan Ünlüler. I graduated from Ankara University Faculty of Dentistry in 2020. Afterwards, I worked in various private hospitals and clinics in Istanbul for about 4 years; I worked on aesthetic and general dentistry practices. I followed the current developments closely with many courses, certificates and training.I got License from Dubai also as the same time I worked in Dubai last 1 year between İstanbul.Right know I working my own place and see my patient in İstanbul Nişantaşı
Dr. Batuhan's Vision and Treatment Approaches İnclude:
•Understanding patient psychology and providing the necessary motivation for oral hygiene
•Correct diagnosis, correct planning easy to understand information and education to patients
•Comprehensive options treatment plans, and long-term follow-up protocols
•Reminding the importance of long-term regular dental check-ups
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Dt. Onurcan is a highly skilled Surgeon Dentist who has dedicated his career to advancing the field of surgical dentistry. Graduating with distinction from Akdeniz University, he achieved the 4th rank in his class, showcasing his exceptional academic prowess.
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Dt. Onurcan is also well-versed in fixed prosthodontics, with a focus on implant-supported prostheses. His expertise in this area allows him to deliver durable and natural-looking restorations that improve both function and aesthetics for his patients.
Committed to professional development, Dt. Onurcan s a member of several prestigious dental associations, including the International Team for Implantology (ITI) and the Turkish Society of Oral Implantology (ACBID). His active involvement in these organizations reflects his dedication to staying abreast of the latest advancements in implant dentistry and delivering the highest standard of care to his patients.
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Dr. Sefer's commitment to excellence and innovation make him a valuable asset to the Dentafly team. Patients can trust in his expertise and dedication to providing top-notch surgical dental care.
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