Periodontitis Doctors Abroad — Page 3

El Dr. DDS Yamel Jacobo Castro es dentista especialista en periodoncia. Egresado de la Universidad Autónoma de Mexicali. Cuenta con la especialidad en periodoncia por el Instituto Mexicano de Estomatología.

Su práctica incluye periodoncia general y compleja. Realiza tratamientos de hueso alveolar y de encía, gingivoplastias y gingivectomías. También realiza injertos óseos, curetaje gingival y prótesis en casos con compromiso periodontal. Domina la periodoncia quirúrgica y la reparación de hueso y encía. Emplea tecnología avanzada para el diagnóstico y tratamiento de la enfermedad periodontal. Se enfoca en precisión, preservación tisular, calidad y durabilidad.

Dr. Tavas brings over 50 years of experience of expertise in dentistry, specializing in periodontitis treatment at İstinye Dental Hospital.

• Holds a PhD from University of Manchester Faculty of Dentistry
• Former consultant faculty member at Queen Dental Center
• Published research on orthodontic bonding and enamel crystal growth
• Currently affiliated with İstinye University Faculty of Dentistry

Dr. Rakela Myftiu is a dentist at Excelentis Dental Center in Tirana, Albania. She specializes in creating comfortable environments for patients during dental procedures. Dr. Myftiu manages tooth extractions and whitening while maintaining strict sterilization safety protocols.

• Treats dental conditions such as periodontitis and paradontosis.
• Works at a clinic recognized as an official Straumann implant provider.
• Collaborates with a team that serves over 2,800 patients each year.
• Operates at a center holding the Best Quality Dental Centers accreditation.

Dr. Yu Chang Ying is a recognized stomatology expert at Xiamen Humanity Hospital. He is officially designated as a Renowned Expert in Fujian Province. Dr. Yu specializes in dental implants and oral tumors. He treats complex oral and maxillofacial trauma in emergency settings. The doctor serves as a Vice President of the Xiamen Stomatological Association.

• Performs dental implantation and fits implant-supported prostheses.
• Treats oral inflammatory diseases, salivary gland disorders, and congenital deformities.
• Serves as Deputy Director of the Fujian Medical Association Oral Mucosal Diseases Committee.
• Practices at a tertiary hospital treating 1,000,000 patients annually.

Dr. Augusto César Sebba Júnior (CRO-GO 12121) is a dentist with more than 12 years of clinical practice. He has performed over 5,000 procedures.

He is a specialist in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Traumatology. He also has extensive experience in Implant Dentistry and Orofacial Harmonization. His care is evidence-based and uses advanced technology. Each case is planned individually with a focus on safety, precision, and predictable results. The goal is results that look natural and function well.

Dr. Klenida Shahini is a dentist at Excelentis Dental Center in Tirana. She specializes in creating high-quality dental restorations. Her work focuses on material preparation and precision polishing for prosthetic pieces. Dr. Shahini ensures every restoration meets functional and aesthetic standards.

• Performs crown lengthening and prepares braces for single teeth.
• Maintains strict hygiene protocols within the center's specialized laboratory.
• Works at Excelentis, an official Straumann dental implant system provider.
• Collaborates with clinical technicians to deliver precise prosthetic results.

Dr. Lim Gi-hyeon is the Chief Director of 365 Seoul OneTop Dental Clinic in South Korea. He is a visiting clinical practitioner affiliated with Harvard Medical School. Dr. Lim holds a PhD from Yonsei University and serves on its dental faculty. He is board-certified in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Integrated Dentistry.

• Specializes in maxillofacial plastic and reconstructive surgery.
• Served as a visiting clinician in trauma surgery at Sinchon Severance Hospital.
• Clinical Advisory Committee member for Osstem Implant.
• Practices at a KOIHA-accredited facility training international patients.

Dr. Isabela Zago Zétola is a periodontist and facial aesthetics specialist at Clínica Zago. She is a researcher who completed a fellowship at NYU. Dr. Zétola also finished an intensive periodontics residency at Harvard Medical School. She combines surgical gum care with non-surgical facial rejuvenation for balanced results.

• Specializes in root coverage, soft tissue grafting, and aesthetic crown lengthening.
• Uses NemoScan digital planning for precise, minimally invasive periodontal procedures.
• Certified orofacial harmonization specialist focusing on dermal fillers and collagen biostimulators.
• Treats international patients fluently in English and Spanish.

Dr. Liu De is the Implant Director at Wuhan Yiya Simei Dental Hospital. He also practices at the Shanghai Yingbo Dental Bund Flagship Store. He earned a Doctor of Stomatology in 2014 from the West China School of Stomatology, Sichuan University. He has been licensed since August 27, 2015. He is Nobel Biocare SFA certified and an Italy B&B Implant System certified clinician.

Focus: full- and half-mouth rehabilitation; minimally invasive immediate implants and immediate loading; All-on-4 and All-on-6; bone augmentation and free autologous grafting; maxillary sinus lift; socket preservation; zygomatic implants; hybrid implant-supported dentures; aesthetic restorations and custom crowns; precision removable dentures.

Achievements: former Associate Professor at Guizhou Medical University. He has long experience in clinical teaching and research. He has trained many implant dentists. He speaks regularly at national stomatology conferences. He has extensive experience with complex edentulous cases and severe alveolar atrophy.

Specializes in pain-free, minimally invasive periodontal treatments using EMS Guided Biofilm Therapy.

• Advanced radiation safety certified for dental X-ray procedures
• Expert in creating a comfortable, supportive treatment environment
• Focuses on optimal oral health with gentle precision

Specializes in non-surgical periodontal treatments, including expert dental scaling at İstinye Dental Hospital.

• Graduated from Marmara University's Faculty of Dentistry
• Member of the Turkish Dental Association and Turkish Endodontic Society
• Attended international dental congresses to stay updated on the latest treatments
• Practices general dentistry with a focus on periodontitis and endodontics

Dr. Altikat specializes in advanced periodontal treatments at Istinye Dental Hospital, with a Ph.D. in Periodontology from Gazi University.

• Expert in gum diseases and bone loss therapies
• Head of Istinye University Oral and Dental Health Program
• Certified trainer in advanced dental suture techniques
• Published research on 3D cell culture for periodontal regeneration

Graduated from Istanbul University's renowned dentistry program – Dr. Olkun specializes in aesthetic restorations and periodontal health.

• 18 years of experience of dental experience
• Special training in implant applications and prosthetic dentistry
• Fluent in English, Turkish, Albanian, and Italian
• Focused on aesthetic dentistry techniques

Dr. Lika Mebagishvili, DDM, PhD student, is a triple-licensed oral surgeon, implantologist, and prosthodontist. She has 15+ years of experience. She founded and directs Skhva Clinic in Tbilisi. She performs complex full-arch rehabilitation and advanced implantology. She treats severe bone loss, including cases declined elsewhere.

In December 2024, she became the first dentist in Georgia to perform full-mouth bilateral subperiosteal implantation in a single surgery.

Academic and leadership roles: invited lecturer in Oral Surgery at the University of Georgia. Former chairman of the Dental Trade Union of Georgia for six years. Current PhD researcher in Public Health. She consults in English, Russian, and Georgian.

Dr. Guilherme Vital Rodrigues is a specialist in prosthodontics and aesthetic dentistry in Brazil. He specializes in full-arch oral rehabilitation through the All-on-4 protocol. Dr. Vital provides permanent full-arch solutions for international patients in just 7 days. He founded European Valley Health, a clinic focused on high-complexity dental reconstruction.

• Graduated from the University of Marilia (UNIMAR) in São Paulo.
• Performs All-on-4 and All-on-6 dental implant procedures.
• Uses Straumann dental implants and Emax porcelain veneers.
• Delivers dental treatment under sedation for patient comfort.

Dr. Joni Çopa is an implantologist and oral surgeon at Santa Caterina Clinic in Tirana. He holds a second-level master’s degree in Oral Implantology and Oral Surgery. Dr. Çopa emphasizes computer-guided surgery for high precision in complex dental rehabilitations.

• Specializes in All-on-4 and All-on-6 computer-guided implant procedures.
• Performs advanced bone grafting, sinus lifts, and zygomatic implant surgery.
• Maintains clinical skills through regular advanced training in Italy and Germany.
• Works at a clinic reporting a 97.6% success rate for dental implants.

Dr. Roberto Támara Motta is a dental specialist in oral rehabilitation and aesthetics. He has over 13 years of clinical experience and international training in Colombia, Brazil, Switzerland, and Peru.

Education and credentials: Dentistry—Universidad El Bosque (Bogotá). Oral Rehabilitation and Aesthetics—UniCIEO (Bogotá). Implant Dentistry—FACOP (São Paulo). Master Course—Buser & Sculean Academy (Bern). Periodontal and Peri-implant Surgery—GAO (Lima). ITI member (International Team for Implantology). Fluent in English. Active lecturer and educator.

Background: He is one of 12 dentists in his family. He continues a clinical tradition of more than 40 years.