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I was born in Uşak, Turkey, in the year 1978, and my academic journey led me to graduate from Ege University Faculty of Dentistry in 2002. Following my graduation, I embarked on a path of academic pursuit by enrolling in the doctoral program within the Department of Oral Diagnosis and Radiology at the same institution, culminating in the attainment of a PhD title in 2009. In 2011, my dedication to the field was further demonstrated as I successfully earned a Specialist Diploma in Oral, Dental, and Maxillofacial Radiology. Continuing my academic journey, I was honored with a Professorship in October 2022.
Currently, I serve as a full-time faculty member, contributing to the academic excellence of the Department of Oral, Dental, and Maxillofacial Radiology at Ege University Faculty of Dentistry. My primary research interests revolve around the domains of oral mucosal diseases, oral neoplasms, early diagnosis of oral cancer, adjunctive diagnostic methods, artificial intelligence a
Everyday Challenge Of A Dental Practitioner: Common Oral Ulcers
Ulcerations are characterized by defects in the epithelium, underlying connective tissue, or both. Due to diversity of causative factors and presenting features, diagnosis of oral ulcerative lesions might be challenging for dental practitioners. Acute or chronic ulcerations, aphthous ulcers or ulcers related to viral agents such as herpetic viruses are quite common among the population, and it is imperative to recognize the clinical features of common ulcerations in order to provide accurate and timely treatment. The central objective of this presentation is to present a diagnostic decision tree for oral ulcerative lesions, incorporating their distinctive diagnostic characteristics, and providing treatment recommendations. It will also underscore the crucial role of clinical examination and patient history in this diagnostic process.
Learning objectives
- Differentiate oral ulcer types: After this presentation, participants should be able to distinguish between various types of oral ulcers, including acute and chronic ulcerations, aphthous ulcers, and those related to viral agents, based on their clinical characteristics
- Utilize the diagnostic decision tree: Attendees should learn how to effectively use the diagnostic decision tree for oral ulcerative lesions, enabling them to systematically diagnose and categorize these lesions, as well as provide appropriate treatment recommendations
- Participants will appreciate the critical role of clinical examination and patient history in the accurate diagnosis and management of oral ulcerative lesions, enhancing their ability to provide accurate and timely treatment
Exploring Oral Premalignant Lesions With Cases: When And Where To Perform Biopsy?
or precursor lesions in the literature. The term "premalignant lesion" refers to tissues that exhibit morphological changes and have a high risk of developing oral cancer (e.g., leukoplakia, erosive lichen planus). The prevalence of premalignant lesions worldwide is reported to be around 5%, and dentists often encounter some of these lesions. These lesions must be examined and monitored for the risk of dysplasia. The purpose of this presentation is to explain the clinical characteristics of commonly encountered premalignant lesions through case examples and provide healthcare professionals with information on when and how to perform biopsies accurately and timely.
Learning objectives
- Recognize and identify premalignant lesions: After this presentation, participants should be able to recognize common premalignant lesions such as leukoplakia and erosive lichen planus, based on their clinical characteristics.
- Understand the significance of premalignant lesions: Attendees should gain an understanding of the importance of premalignant lesions in the development of oral cancer, including their prevalence and the need for regular examination and monitoring.
- Explore biopsy techniques and timing: Participants will learn the appropriate techniques for performing biopsies on premalignant lesions, as well as when and why these biopsies should be conducted to ensure accurate and timely diagnosis.