He is one of the leading figures in science, education, and professional ethics. He graduated from the Faculty of Dentistry at Istanbul University in 1968. He became a doctor in 1972, an associate professor in 1977, and a professor in 1982. He supervised more than 20 doctoral and master’s theses. He has over 100 internationally published works. He has served as president and on the boards of directors of international and national professional organizations. In 1981, he received the Hakkı Erkiner Foundation’s Grand Research Award. Through his research, commitment to sharing knowledge, and passion for teaching, he made immense contributions to the scientific advancement of Turkish dentistry. Dedicating his career to the well-being of his patients and living a life devoted to medical ethics and scientific rigor, he served as an exemplary physician and scientist.



