CT of the mandible Doctors Abroad — Page 8

Dt. Mesut Özkul is a dentist. He graduated from the 19 Mayıs University Faculty of Dentistry in 2015. From 2015 to 2022, he worked at the Güngören Oral and Dental Health Polyclinic. In 2022, he co-founded Mesta Dent Polyclinic.

His clinical interests include dental implants and aesthetic, restorative, preventive, and general dentistry. He speaks English.

Dr. Vu Duc Tung, DDS, MSc, is an orthodontist with over 20 years of experience. He has maintained top-tier Invisalign Provider status, including Diamond, Diamond Elite, and Black Diamond, for seven consecutive years. He has earned more than 20 awards.

Many of his clinical cases are featured in the Align Global Gallery. He personally designs and oversees each treatment plan. He reviews and refines plans throughout treatment.

He is an official Invisalign speaker with many years of service. He has been invited to global speaker conferences in Vancouver (Oct 2023), London (Sep 2024), Budapest (Sep 2025), and Dubai (Mar 2025). He is a long-standing member of the WFO, AAO, EAS, and the ICD (USA Section).

Dr. Rák Péter is a dentist specializing in dentoalveolar surgery. He graduated from the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of Debrecen in 2022. He started at the Municipal Oral Surgery Department. He later joined the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Debrecen. There he gained extensive experience and performed complex oral surgical procedures. In 2026 he became board-certified in dentoalveolar surgery.

His practice focuses on wisdom tooth extraction, dental implant surgery, and bone grafting and augmentation. He pursues continuous professional development. He regularly attends national and international courses and conferences. He provides modern, evidence-based, minimally invasive care.

Dr. Vu Tung Duong has over 15 years of clinical experience. He has placed thousands of dental implants and completed many orthodontic and aesthetic cases. He also provides full general and restorative care. He is known for gentle, efficient wisdom tooth extractions that reduce swelling and discomfort after surgery.

Credentials: DDS, Russia (2008). Postgraduate training at the University of Bordeaux II in prosthodontics and cosmetic dentistry (2009), and in dental implants and orthodontics (2010–2012). Certification in Dental Implantology, Hanoi Medical University. Certified Invisalign Provider, Singapore. Advanced Implant Dentistry, Yonsei University (2016). Zygomatic implant certification, India (2017). Attendee, 64th KAOOMS Congress, Seoul (2023). Advanced Orthodontics Program, Yonsei University (2024). He practices at Minh Thu Dental Clinic.

Dt. Seyit Burak Şanda is a dentist. He graduated from the 19 Mayıs University Faculty of Dentistry in 2004. He first worked in private practice. From 2007 to 2022, he served at the Amasya Oral and Dental Health Polyclinic and the Güngören Oral and Dental Health Polyclinic. In 2022, he co-founded Mesta Dent Polyclinic. He aims to use his surgical and prosthetic skills more effectively there.

Clinical interests: maxillofacial surgery, dental implants, aesthetic dentistry, dental prosthetics, and general dentistry. Languages: English, German.

Prof. Dr. Mehmet Yalım is a Professor of Periodontology with over 35 years of clinical and academic experience in implant dentistry, periodontal surgery, bone regeneration, and advanced oral rehabilitation. He graduated from the Ankara University Faculty of Dentistry. He completed a PhD in Periodontology at Gazi University. He has trained many dentists. He has also contributed to research in periodontology and implantology.

His practice includes dental implants, immediate implant placement, bone grafting, sinus lift, treatment of peri-implant diseases, periodontal plastic surgery, and complex full-mouth rehabilitation. He has performed thousands of surgical procedures. He provides evidence-based, carefully planned, patient-centered care at the Dentsilya Oral and Dental Health Polyclinic. He works with a multidisciplinary team and treats local and international patients.

Dr. Anilcan Aygun graduated from the Selçuk University Faculty of Dentistry in 2013. He completed a thesis on ultrasonics in endodontics. He has worked at Papatya Dental Clinic since 2018. He has treated more than 7,000 patients. His focus areas are endodontics, aesthetic restorations, implantology, and oral surgery.

Selected training: Root Canal Treatment and Complications (2019); Rotary Instrument Use in Endodontics (2019); Fethiye Sirona Dentsply International Congress (2019); Aesthetic Composite Restorations (2020); Laminate Restorations (2021); Open Sinus Lift Techniques and Materials (2022); Nobel Implant Meeting, North Cyprus (2022); Botox and Dermal Filler Course, North Cyprus (2023).

Dr. Mira Kanal is a senior oral surgeon and prosthodontist at Value Dent Clinic. She has over 21 years of international experience. She holds an MSc in Oral Surgery from the University of Sydney.

Her expertise spans advanced oral surgery and prosthodontics. She manages complex implantology and peri-implant care. She also provides full-mouth rehabilitation, including All-on-X restorations, veneers, and E.max and zirconia crowns.

Her track record includes care for more than 5,000 patients and over 500 complex edentulism cases. She has over eight years of experience with high-volume international patients in Istanbul’s health tourism sector. She mentors junior clinicians and maintains high standards.

• Orthodontist | Braces & Invisalign Specialist
  Dr. Hakan Pekmaz is a renowned orthodontist based in Gayrettepe, Istanbul. With over 5 years of experience, he has successfully treated a wide range of orthodontic cases, from simple alignment to complex surgical interventions, helping patients achieve confident and healthy smiles.
  • Education: Dental degree from Marmara University, Istanbul, with specialization in Orthodontics
  • Experience: Extensive practice in orthodontics, offering customized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs
  • Expertise: Braces, Invisalign, and advanced corrective orthodontic treatments
  • Memberships: Turkish Orthodontics Association | Turkish Dental Association

Dr. Pekmaz combines clinical expertise with a patient-centered approach, ensuring effective and comfortable orthodontic care.

Dr. Alexey Kilbas is an oral surgeon at Avanto Dental Clinic with advanced training from the Global Institute of Dental Education in California.

• Member of the International Team of Implantology follows global standards for jaw and dental imaging
• Uses CT of the mandible to plan complex bone grafting and sinus-lifting procedures
• Specializes in reconstructive bone surgery to restore jaw function and volume
• Expertise in All-on-4 and All-on-6 protocols for permanent tooth replacement
• Utilizes STA computer assisted anesthesia to improve patient comfort during surgical treatments

Dr. Podkurganny is a dedicated specialist at Avanto Dental Clinic. He brings clinical expertise to dental imaging and CT of the mandible.

• Trained at the National Medical University named after Academician A.A. Bogomolets
• Active member of the Association of Dentists of Ukraine
• Practices at a clinic specialized in advanced dental diagnostics
• Focuses on precise therapeutic assessments using modern dental imaging

Dr. Nazar Boiko uses a microscope for precision root canal treatments at Avanto Dental Clinic. CT of the mandible scans provide the detailed imaging he needs for these accurate restorative procedures.

• Treats dental conditions by focusing on preserving the original tooth structure
• Uses STA computer-assisted anesthesia to deliver numbing through a computer-controlled system
• Removes foreign bodies from root canals using high-magnification microscopy
• Graduated from Kiev Medical University with a degree in therapeutic dentistry
• Works at a facility serving 3,500 patients from the USA and Europe annually