Specialist Periodontist – Professional Profile
Dr. Ayfer Yılmaz Sertel is a dedicated Periodontology specialist with extensive experience in the diagnosis and treatment of gum diseases, advanced periodontal surgery, and dental implantology.
She was born in Germany and is fluent in both German and English, enabling her to communicate directly and effectively with international patients. This direct communication enhances patient trust, clarity in treatment planning, and overall comfort throughout the treatment journey—beyond the support of translation services.
She graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry—Turkey’s first and one of its most prestigious and well-established dental schools—where she built a strong academic foundation in dentistry. She then completed her specialist training in Periodontology at Karadeniz Technical University, further advancing her clinical expertise in both surgical and non-surgical periodontal therapies.
Dr. Yılmaz Sertel has a strong clinical focus on implant dentistry and is highly experienced in advanced implant procedures, including full-arch rehabilitation techniques such as All-on-4 and All-on-6. By combining deep knowledge of soft tissue management with implant surgery, she ensures optimal biological conditions for long-term implant success.
Committed to continuous professional development, Dr. Yılmaz Sertel actively follows the latest advancements in periodontal and implant treatments and regularly participates in professional trainings and international congresses.
Specialist Prosthodontist – Professional Profile
Dr. Kağan Sertel is a Prosthodontics specialist focused on restoring function, aesthetics, and long-term oral health through advanced restorative treatments.
He is fluent in English and is able to communicate directly with international patients. This allows for clearer understanding of patient expectations, more precise treatment planning, and a more comfortable overall experience—complementing professional translation services.
He graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry—Turkey’s first and one of its most prestigious and well-established dental schools—where he gained a strong academic foundation in dentistry. He then completed his specialist training in Prosthodontics at Karadeniz Technical University, developing advanced expertise in complex restorative and rehabilitative procedures.
Dr. Sertel specializes in aesthetic smile design, implant-supported prostheses, porcelain restorations, and full mouth rehabilitation. With a meticulous approach to both function and aesthetics, he aims to deliver natural-looking, durable, and patient-specific outcomes.
In addition, he is experienced in the prosthetic management of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, which plays a critical role in ensuring functional harmony and long-term stability—especially in full-arch rehabilitation cases.
Dr. Sertel believes in a multidisciplinary approach and works closely with the periodontology specialist to ensure that both biological and prosthetic aspects of treatment are managed at the highest level.
He is committed to continuous professional development and actively follows global innovations in prosthetic dentistry, integrating modern techniques and materials into his daily clinical practice.
