Our Doctors
Dr. Ömer EKİZ DDS, PhD
Surgical and Cosmetic Dentistry
- Ömer Ekiz, who was born in İstanbul, graduated from the Yeditepe University Faculty of Dentistry with an honours degree.
- After completing his undergraduate degree, Dr. Ekiz continued his scientific and clinical research and completed his doctorate at Yeditepe University, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, and presented his thesis titled “Comparison of the effects of conventional, osseodensification and conventional small-sized bone drilling techniques on primary stability in the placement of standard dental implants in D4 bone with insertion/removal torques and resonance frequency analysis” and received his Doctorate/PhD title.
- His practices mainly focus on Advanced Implant Dentistry, Hard and Soft Tissue Grafting, Periodontal Surgery, Wisdom Tooth removal, Cosmetic and Aesthetic Dentistry.
- Dr. Ekiz who participated in several training and conferences both in Turkey and abroad, is a member of The American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID), the Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (AÇBİD), the Turkish Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (TAOMS), the Aesthetic Dentistry Academy (EDAD), and 1905 Culture, Art, and Sports Association.
- In 2021, Dr. Ekiz became member of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry and received a dentistry license which has international and local equivalence from the Dubai Health Authority in the United Arab Emirates in 2023.
Seminars Attended
- 2009-2010 ISE English Language Proficiency Certificate Program
- 2015 EDSA Istanbul Meeting
- 2016 YUDBAT Congress (Yeditepe University Scientific Research Association Meeting)
- 2018 EDSA Oslo, Norway UiO University of Oslo
- Surgical techniques (theoretical) (practical) in zygoma implants Yeditepe University live surgery applied (2018)
- 2018 Aesthetic Dentistry Academy Association (EDAD) Meeting
- 2019 Quintessence Botox and Dermal Filler applications in modern dentistry
- Vesta Academy Advanced Implantology Training (Cadaver Applied) (2019)
- 2019 Porcelain Lamina Veneer and Aesthetic Dentistry Applications Training
- 2019 Yeditepe University Immediate loading (live surgery) with Fast&Fixed implant techniques (prosthesis application)
- Quintessence Soft Tissue Surgery practical training in 2021 (Practical) (Theoretical)
- In 2021, he attended the ‘Challenges and Updates in Oral Implantology’ certification training in the field of implants recognized by the American Dental Association (ADA).
- In 2021, it became a member of The American Academy of Implant Dentistry, the world’s oldest implant organization.
Dr. Ezgi AYAR DDS, PhD
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery / Advanced Implantology / Aesthetic Dentistry
- With more than 10 years of experience in dentistry, Dr. Ezgi Ayar combines advanced surgical expertise with a refined approach to implantology and aesthetic dentistry, providing comprehensive and individually tailored treatment for both local and international patients.
- Dr. Ayar graduated from the English-language Faculty of Dentistry at Marmara University in 2016 and subsequently pursued advanced academic and clinical training in Oral, Dental and Maxillofacial Surgery at Yeditepe University, where she completed her doctoral education.
- Throughout her career, she has undertaken extensive advanced training in oral and maxillofacial surgery, advanced implantology, aesthetic dentistry, porcelain laminate veneers, smile design, and composite aesthetic applications. She continues to expand her clinical and scientific expertise through national and international congresses, advanced surgical courses, and continuing professional education.
- Her surgical practice includes conventional and advanced implant surgery, zygomatic implants, subperiosteal implants, bone augmentation procedures, periodontal surgery, soft-tissue management, and laser-assisted dental and surgical procedures. Her experience in advanced implantology enables her to participate in the treatment planning and management of complex cases, including patients with significant bone loss where conventional implant approaches may be limited.
- Dr. Ayar’s clinical philosophy is centered on achieving a balance between function, biological health, and natural aesthetics. By integrating surgical expertise with restorative and aesthetic principles, she develops personalized treatment plans according to each patient’s anatomy, oral health, functional requirements, and aesthetic expectations.
- She has particular experience in multidisciplinary cases requiring the integration of oral surgery, advanced implantology, periodontal and soft-tissue procedures, and aesthetic restorative dentistry, with careful attention to long-term function and harmonious aesthetic outcomes.
- Areas of Expertise: Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Advanced Implant Surgery, Zygomatic Implants, Subperiosteal Implants, Complex Implant Rehabilitation, Bone Augmentation & Regenerative Surgery, Periodontal Surgery, Soft-Tissue Surgery & Management, Laser-Assisted Dental & Surgical Procedures, Implantology, Aesthetic Dentistry, Porcelain Laminate Veneers, Smile Design, Composite Aesthetic Applications, Multidisciplinary Treatment Planning.
- Professional Memberships: Turkish Dental Association (TDB), Aesthetic Dentistry Academy (EDAD), Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (AÇBİD), Turkish Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (TAOMS).
Dr. Ceyla Demirer
Orthodontics
- She was born in Istanbul. she graduated from Yeditepe University Faculty of Dentistry in 2017 with a High Honour degree as the second in the term. Then, in the same year, she started her doctorate / specialization education in the Department of Orthodontics at Medipol University and continued her clinical and scientific studies.
Associations she is a member of:
- Turkish Dental Association (TDB), American Association of Orthodontics (AAO), World Federation Of Orthodontics (WFO), Turkish Orthodontic Association (TOD), Lingual Orthodontic Association (LOD), Turkish Aligner Association (TAD).
Areas of interest:
- Lingual orthodontics, clear aligners, self-ligating systems, interdisciplinary treatments, and preventive treatments.
Dr. Hazal ABA
Endodontics
- Dentist Hazal Aba was born in Istanbul. She completed her undergraduate education at Yeditepe University Faculty of Dentistry with an Honorary Degree.
- She continues her post-graduate education at Yeditepe University, Department of Endodontics.
- She has received various trainings in the field of aesthetic composite and lamina applications and has focused her education on vital pulp treatments and current approaches.
- She has attended many congresses and courses since the first years of his education and professional life and is also a member of Istanbul Chamber of Dentists and Turkish Endodontic Association.
- Hazal Aba, who has professional experience in many clinics in Istanbul, serves as an Endodontics specialist at Istanbul Ekiz Dental Clinic.
Dr. Cansu Gursoy
Specialist Periodontist(PhD), General Dentist
Dr. Cansu Gürsoy was born in 1992. She graduated from Gazi University Faculty of Dentistry in 2015, completing her undergraduate education. Dr. Gürsoy further specialized in periodontology, earning her PhD in Medical Sciences from Gazi University’s Graduate School of Health Sciences in 2021.
Over the past nine years, she has honed her skills both in private practice and hospital settings, gaining extensive experience in periodontics, endodontics, and cosmetic dentistry. She is an expert in all periodontal treatments, including soft and hard tissue surgeries, gum depigmentation, connective tissue grafts, and sinus lifting.
Dr. Gürsoy has actively participated in numerous international congresses, including the FDI World Dental Congress and EuroPerio9.
Currently licensed under the Dubai Health Authority (DHA), Dr. Gürsoy is passionate about providing high-quality dental care at Ekiz Dental Clinic
