Tubahan Kaya, DDS

Tubahan Kaya, DDS is a dentist in the Dental & Oral Health unit at Acibadem International Hospital in İstanbul. Working within Oral & Dental Health, Dr. Kaya has more than 30 years of experience in dentistry, with a clinical focus on endodontics: the diagnosis and treatment of toothache, dental root infection and teeth that have been damaged, fractured or previously treated.

Dr. Kaya graduated from İstanbul University Faculty of Dentistry in 1996 and completed the Endodonti program at İstanbul University Health Sciences Institute in 2011. Dr. Kaya has been part of Acıbadem Healthcare Services since 2007. Professional memberships include the Türk Endodonti Association, the Avrupa Endodonti Association, the Eurepean Academic School of Clinical Endodontic Association, the Esthetic Dentistry Academy Association, the Turkish Dentists Association and the Çağdaş Yaşamı Desteklendirme Association. Published work includes Investigation of pH change of Güta-Perka cones containing calcium hydroxide used in root canals under in vitro conditions (Journal of Dentistry, Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry, 2005) and Denlin Bonding Agents (Journal of Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry, 2001).

Clinical focus

A central part of Dr. Kaya’s practice is root canal treatment, including root canal retreatment for teeth in which an earlier procedure has not resolved the problem, and the management of dental root infection. Patients presenting with toothache are assessed to identify the underlying cause before a treatment plan is discussed. Dr. Kaya also treats damaged teeth, tooth fractures and enamel loss, using restorative approaches such as dental fillings and porcelain inlays and onlays, depending on the extent of the damage and the condition of the remaining tooth structure.

Teeth grinding treatment is another area of expertise. Options that may be considered include night guards for teeth grinding and Botox for teeth grinding; the choice depends on the individual assessment. Dr. Kaya also offers teeth whitening for patients seeking to improve the appearance of their teeth, following an examination to confirm that the teeth and gums are suitable for the procedure.

How Dr. Kaya works with international patients

Dr. Kaya consults in Turkish and English, and interpreters can be arranged for patients who speak other languages. Before a visit, the hospital’s international patient team coordinates the collection of prior reports and imaging, such as dental X-rays, CT reports, previous treatment records and discharge summaries, and arranges appointments and the hospital visit. A first consultation typically covers the patient’s history and symptoms, a review of existing imaging and previous dental treatments, a clinical examination and a discussion of the available options, including whether retreatment, restoration or a conservative approach is appropriate. Video consultation is available for international patients who wish to discuss their situation before traveling or to follow up after treatment.