Professional Experience
Dr. Akay is an integral member of the Dent48 team, delivering high-quality dental care to both local and international patients.
- Current role: Dentist at Dent48 Oral and Dental Health Polyclinics, Marmaris
- Provides restorative procedures including composite fillings, porcelain/zirconia crowns, veneers, and root canal treatments
- Performs smile design and whitening treatments for patients from various countries
- Has treated over 1,500 patients since joining Dent48, including many international referrals
Academic Contributions
Dr. Akay contributes to patient education and supports her clinic’s knowledge-sharing culture.
- Creates educational content on restorative treatments, whitening, and smile care via clinic social media
- Participates in peer case discussions to keep the clinic’s team updated on the latest techniques
Areas of Expertise
Her clinical skill set covers a range of services prioritizing aesthetics, function, and conservation.
- Composite (bonding) fillings for natural-looking restoration
- Porcelain and zirconia crowns and veneers to improve strength and appearance
- Root canal treatment and retreatment using modern endodontic techniques
- Teeth whitening services, including chair-side and take-home options
- Aesthetic smile design combining restorative and cosmetic methods
Patient Care Philosophy
Dr. Akay combines clinical proficiency with empathy and personalized care.
- Values a gentle approach to reduce patient anxiety during treatment
- Explains every stage of treatment clearly to ensure patient understanding
- Welcomes international patients with coordinated online consultations and travel support
- Praised for professional, compassionate care and excellent cosmetic outcomes
Professional Affiliations
Dr. Akay practices within a clinic accredited for international standards and patient safety.
- Licensed dentist in Turkey
- Works in a Dent48 clinic certified by the Turkish Ministry of Health for international dental tourism
- Clinic holds partnerships with major dental providers including Straumann, Ivoclar Vivadent, Dentsply Sirona, and ITI
FAQs
- Is Dr. Özge Akay board-certified?
- Yes. She holds a DDS from Ege University and is fully licensed to practice in Turkey.
- What procedures does she perform?
- She offers aesthetic resin fillings, veneers, crowns, root canals, teeth whitening, and smile design.
- Does she treat international patients?
- Yes. Dent48 serves patients worldwide and offers online consultation and coordination services.
- How many visits are typically needed?
- Fillings and simple restorations are done in 1–2 visits; crowns and veneers typically require 2–4 appointments over a few weeks.
- What languages does she speak?
- She is fluent in Turkish and English. Translation support can be arranged as needed.
- Is follow-up care included?
- Yes. Post-treatment check-ups are scheduled to ensure healing and patient satisfaction.
- Does the clinic offer cosmetic smile packages?
- Yes. Dent48 offers custom smile makeover packages combining whitening, veneers, and bonding.
