Dr. Merve Özkan Akagündüz is an orthodontic specialist with 13 years of experience. In 2024, she opened her own clinic, where she continues to provide care. In her clinical practice, Dr. Akagündüz has completed over 500 traditional braces treatments and more than 300 clear aligner cases (Invisalign, ClearCorrect). She possesses advanced expertise in all fixed orthodontic methods, including the Damon system and self-ligating brackets. Additionally, she effectively utilizes advanced technologies such as 3D intraoral scanning and digital case planning with tools like the iTero Lumina, offering her patients modern, personalized treatment solutions.
Medelysium evaluates healthcare providers based on regulatory compliance, professional licensing, and the clinical environments where treatments are delivered. The review considers whether procedures are performed by qualified healthcare professionals and whether patient care follows established diagnostic, treatment planning, and follow-up processes. In dental practices, this evaluation also includes the clinic’s ability to provide appropriate treatment infrastructure and maintain sterilization and infection-control standards required for clinical dentistry.
Medelysium does not operate clinics and does not promote facilities based on commercial arrangements or patient volume. Clinics are listed to provide transparent information about regulated healthcare providers so that patients exploring treatment abroad can better understand the clinical setting and organization of dental care.
Dental procedures at the clinic are conducted in clinical treatment rooms designed for modern dental care. These environments typically include dental units, diagnostic imaging equipment, and sterilization systems required for procedures such as implant placement, restorative dentistry, and orthodontic treatments.
Dental healthcare settings are expected to follow strict sterilization and disinfection protocols to minimize infection risk and ensure patient safety. According to the clinic’s information, sterilization procedures and hygiene protocols are implemented using contemporary dental equipment and materials designed for clinical practice.
Facility standards and clinical infrastructure are reviewed as part of Medelysium’s evaluation process to determine whether the environment supports appropriate dental care for both local and international patients.
The clinic welcomes patients traveling from outside Türkiye who seek dental treatments in Istanbul. International patient pathways typically begin with preliminary communication during which dental information, images, or treatment expectations may be reviewed before scheduling an appointment.
For visiting patients, treatment planning may involve coordinating consultation dates, determining the number of treatment sessions required, and organizing follow-up communication after the procedures are completed. Istanbul’s developed healthcare infrastructure and accessibility also make it a common destination for patients seeking dental treatment abroad.
Clinical responsibility always remains with the treating medical team.
Doredent operates within the field of oral and dental healthcare, providing diagnostic, preventive, restorative, and aesthetic treatments. The availability of specific procedures depends on dental examination and individualized treatment planning.
• General Dentistry and Preventive Oral Health Care
• Orthodontics for alignment and bite correction
• Aesthetic Dentistry including whitening, veneers, and smile design
• Implant Dentistry and Oral Surgery procedures
• Endodontics and Periodontal Treatments for tooth and gum health
• Pediatric Dentistry for children’s oral care