Dr. Berfin Özer

Dr. Berfin Özer is a dentist working in the Dental & Oral Health unit at Acibadem Kartal Hospital in İstanbul. Her clinical work covers general and restorative dentistry, including the diagnosis and treatment of dental caries, root canal therapy, tooth extraction and the treatment of gum disease. She has more than five years of experience in the field.

Dr. Özer’s education includes Okan University, which she completed in 2021, followed by training in Endodontics at Osmangazi University Faculty of Dentistry, completed in 2025. Endodontics is the branch of dentistry concerned with the dental pulp and the tissues around the root of the tooth. This background is relevant to her work in root canal therapy and in the assessment of tooth sensitivity and dental trauma.

Clinical focus

Much of Dr. Özer’s practice is concerned with the detection and treatment of dental caries. Assessment usually begins with an oral examination and, where indicated, dental X-rays to identify decay, infection or bone changes that are not visible on inspection. Small to moderate cavities are typically restored with dental fillings. When decay or injury has reached the pulp of the tooth, root canal therapy may be considered as an option to retain the natural tooth; where a tooth cannot be preserved, tooth extraction is discussed. Teeth that are heavily restored or structurally weakened may be candidates for dental crowns, and bridges are one of the options for replacing a missing tooth.

Dr. Özer also treats gum disease and carries out teeth cleaning and scaling to remove plaque and calculus, which is a routine part of maintaining gum health. She manages tooth sensitivity, which can have several causes and is evaluated on an individual basis, and provides care following dental trauma such as chipped, cracked or displaced teeth. The most appropriate approach depends on the findings of the clinical examination and imaging, and all options, including their limitations, are discussed with the patient before treatment.

How Dr. Özer works with international patients

Patients from abroad who wish to be seen by Dr. Özer are supported by the Acibadem international patient team, which coordinates the collection of prior reports and imaging, such as dental X-rays, panoramic radiographs, previous treatment records and any relevant laboratory or medical reports, and arranges appointments and the hospital visit. Interpreters can be arranged for patients who need them. A first consultation typically covers the patient’s dental history and current symptoms, a review of existing imaging and previous dental treatments, a clinical oral examination and a discussion of the available options, including situations in which further imaging or a staged approach may be advisable. Any recommendation is based on the individual findings, and the expected steps, timing and follow-up requirements are explained during the consultation.