Our Doctors
Dt. Tuğçe K.
Dentist
Dt. Tuğçe Karakan
Dentist
Dr. Tuğçe Karakan, born in 1988, completed her primary education in Fethiye and her high school education in Burdur. She graduated from Selçuk University Faculty of Dentistry in 2012 and began her professional career as a dentist.
Between 2012 and 2014, she worked in the private sector, and from 2014 to 2020, she served as a dentist under the Antalya Provincial Health Directorate. Building on the experience she gained during this period, she has been working in the private sector since 2020, with a particular focus on dental tourism.
Dr. Karakan specializes in smile design, aesthetic dentistry, and implant-supported prosthetics, aiming to deliver natural, aesthetic, and functional results tailored to each patient. She combines modern technology with up-to-date treatment approaches to provide safe, comfortable, and personalized dental care.
Committed to continuous professional development, Dr. Karakan has completed numerous trainings, including:
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Basic and Advanced Implantology
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Dermal Fillers and Botox Applications
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Porcelain and Composite Laminate Veneers
With a strong interest in art and aesthetics, Dr. Karakan reflects her creative perspective in her clinical work. She enjoys painting, music, and traveling, drawing inspiration from these fields to design unique and personalized smiles for her patients.
Gamze S.
Dentist
Dt. Gamze Nur Sevimli
Dentist
Dt. Gamze Nur Sevimli was born in Karabük in 1998. She graduated from Süleyman Demirel University Faculty of Dentistry in 2022.
Following her graduation, she gained valuable experience in aesthetic dentistry by working in various clinics. During this time, she attended numerous trainings and seminars in areas such as implant-supported restorations, All-on-X systems, and composite bonding, actively integrating these advanced techniques into her daily clinical practice.
Dr. Sevimli is committed to delivering both aesthetic and functional treatment solutions tailored to each patient. She closely follows the latest advancements in dentistry and continuously improves her professional skills.
She is currently practicing at AST Clinic, providing high-quality dental care with a patient-focused approach.
Uzm. Dt Semih Korana
Orthodontist
Dr. Semih Korana
Specialist in Orthodontics
Dr. Semih Korana was born in Eskişehir and completed his primary, secondary, and high school education in Antalya.
He completed his dental degree (DDS) at Gazi University Faculty of Dentistry between 2008 and 2013. Following his graduation, he successfully passed the Dental Specialty Examination (DUS) and pursued his specialization in Orthodontics at Akdeniz University Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Orthodontics, between 2014 and 2019.
During his specialty training, he completed his thesis titled:
“Comparison of the Skeletal and Dentoalveolar Effects of Herbst and Monoblock Appliances Applied in Different Growth and Development Periods.”
Dr. Korana focuses on a wide range of orthodontic treatments, including growth and development-based therapies, fixed and removable orthodontic appliances, and aesthetic orthodontic solutions.
Since 2022, he has been working as an Orthodontist at AST Oral and Dental Health Clinic, providing patient-centered care and delivering functional and aesthetically successful treatment outcomes.
Uzm. Dt.Yüksel Ç.
ORAL AND SURGERY SPECIALIST
Dr. Yüksel Çakmak
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
Dr. Yüksel Çakmak is a highly skilled Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon with extensive experience in advanced surgical procedures and implantology. He is dedicated to delivering precise, patient-focused treatments using the latest techniques in modern dentistry.
Education
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2011 – 2016
Istanbul University, Faculty of Dentistry -
2017 – 2021
Karadeniz Technical University, Faculty of Dentistry
Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Professional Interests
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Impacted Wisdom Tooth Surgery
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Dental Implant Surgery
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Bone Grafting Techniques
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Open & Closed Sinus Lifting Procedures
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All-on-4 & All-on-6 Full Mouth Implant Treatments
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Zygomatic (Zygoma) Implants
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Diagnosis and Treatment of Masticatory Muscle Disorders
Professional Memberships
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Turkish Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
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Turkish Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Society
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Osseointegration Association
About
Dr. Yüksel Çakmak specializes in complex implant cases and full-mouth rehabilitation, including advanced solutions such as zygomatic implants for patients with severe bone loss. His approach combines surgical precision with aesthetic excellence, ensuring long-lasting and natural-looking results.
With a strong commitment to continuous development and international standards, Dr. Çakmak provides high-quality care tailored to each patient’s needs, particularly in the field of dental tourism.
Dt. Gizem D.
Dentist
Dt. Şerife Gizem Deniz
Dentist
Dt. Şerife Gizem Deniz was born in Antalya, Turkey. After completing her secondary education at Antalya Atatürk Anatolian High School, she graduated from Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit University Faculty of Dentistry in 2023.
She began her professional career in Antalya and has gained valuable experience working in various dental clinics. Throughout this period, she has been actively involved in a wide range of dental treatments, continuously improving her clinical skills while maintaining a strong focus on patient satisfaction.
Dr. Deniz aims to provide both aesthetic and functional dental solutions. Her main areas of interest include smile design, zirconia crowns, aesthetic fillings, root canal treatments, and teeth whitening.
Committed to delivering natural-looking, healthy, and long-lasting results, Dr. Deniz closely follows the latest advancements in dentistry and continues to enhance her professional expertise.