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Uzman Dr. Dt. Akif Arslan

Orthodontics

Experience, approach, and areas of expertise.

Specialist Dr. Dt. Akif ARSLAN was born in 1986 in Bingöl. After graduating from the Faculty of Dentistry at Istanbul University, he completed his orthodontic specialty training at Ordu University.

He has conducted academic studies in the field of orthodontics, actively participated in national and international congresses, and contributed to scientific publications.

He is a member of several professional organizations, including the Turkish Orthodontic Society. By closely following current orthodontic treatment approaches, he provides his patients with modern and evidence-based solutions.

Education

High School: Bingöl Anatolian High School (2001–2005)
Undergraduate: Istanbul University, Faculty of Dentistry (2006–2011)
Specialization: Ordu University, Faculty of Dentistry – Orthodontics (2013–2018)

Orthodontic Academic Career

Thesis Supervisor:
Assoc. Prof. Dr. S. Kutalmış BÜYÜK

Specialization Thesis:
Evaluation of the short-term efficiency of three different self-ligating orthodontic bracket systems in Class I anterior crowding cases.

Academic Publications

Büyük SK, Özkan S, Benkli YA, Arslan A, Çelik E. (2017)
Evaluation of skeletal and dental effects in orthodontic patients with maxillary lateral incisor agenesis.
Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry.
Yasa Y, Büyük SK, Benkli YA, Arslan A, Topbaşı NM. (2017)
Analysis of sella turcica size and morphology in adolescent orthodontic patients with different vertical growth patterns.
Clinical Dentistry and Research.

Congresses, Courses and Seminars

AAO Annual Session – San Francisco (2015)
AAO Annual Session Poster Presentation – Miami (2016)
Turkish Orthodontic Society International Symposium (2015)
Turkish Orthodontic Society International Congress (2016)
ORMCO Dubai MENA DAMON Symposium (2015)
Turkish Dental Association International Congress (2017)
Lingual Orthodontics Techniques (2D & Harmony)
Orthognathic Surgery Courses
Functional Orthopedic Treatment Trainings
Dr. Chris Chang Orthodontic Mechanics Course
Prof. Dr. Benedict Wilmes – Benefit System
TMJ Symposium – Kırıkkale University
MYOBRACE Trainer Course
MBT Mechanics Course

Memberships

Turkish Orthodontic Society
European Orthodontic Society
American Association of Orthodontists
World Federation of Orthodontists

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Questions Answered by Our Dentist Uzman Dr. Dt. Akif Arslan

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Can Adults Get Braces? Orthodontic treatment, Metal Braces, Ceramic Braces	Orthodontic treatment, Metal Braces, Ceramic Braces	→
What Are the Differences Between Lingual Braces and Traditional Braces? Orthodontic treatment, Lingual orthodontics, Paediatric Orthodontics, Adult Orthodontics	Orthodontic treatment, Lingual orthodontics, Paediatric Orthodontics, Adult Orthodontics	→
Düzeltici Ortodontik Tedavi NEdir? Paediatric Orthodontics	Paediatric Orthodontics	→
Önleyici Ortodontik Tedavi Nedir? Orthodontic treatment	Orthodontic treatment	→