Prof. Esra Cengiz-Yanardag| CAD-CAM materials |Best Researcher Award
Prof. Esra Cengiz-YanardagMersin University,Turkey.
Prof. Dr. Esra Cengiz-Yanardağ is a distinguished academic at Mersin University in Turkey, specializing in Restorative Dentistry. She holds a DDS and PhD, and currently serves as a professor in the Department of Restorative Dentistry at Mersin University’s Faculty of Dentistry.Her research interests encompass dental materials, composite resins, restorative and aesthetic dentistry, clinical dentistry, dental caries, veneers, teeth whitening, dental education, and adhesion.Prof. Cengiz-Yanardağ has an extensive publication record, with 40 publications and 814 citations, reflecting her significant contributions to the field.
Education :
Professor Esra Cengiz Yanardağ completed her Bachelor’s degree in Dentistry from Ankara University, Faculty of Dentistry in 2006. She then pursued her Doctoral studies in Restorative Dentistry at Near East University, where she defended her thesis in 2012, focusing on the effects of saliva contamination on micro-shear bond strength in composite resins applied with different adhesive systems.
Experience :
With a strong background in restorative dentistry, Prof. Yanardağ has held various academic positions. She began as a Research Assistant at Near East University in 2007 and later became a Lecturer (PhD) in 2012. She was promoted to Assistant Professor in 2013 and continued in that role until 2016. In the same year, she joined Mersin University, Faculty of Dentistry, as an Assistant Professor, where she was later promoted to Associate Professor in 2017 and ultimately to Professor in 2022 in the Department of Restorative Dentistry.
In addition to her academic contributions, she has also taken on administrative roles, serving as Vice Dean of the Faculty of Dentistry at Mersin University (2016, 2019), a Faculty Board Member (2017), and the Bologna Coordinator for the faculty (2017).
Research Focus :
Prof. Yanardağ’s research primarily revolves around adhesive dentistry, composite resin materials, bleaching agents, and restorative techniques. Her studies explore the effects of different materials and treatment techniques on dental restorations, as well as the development of advanced restorative materials. She has been actively involved in research projects on bulk-fill composites, CAD/CAM materials, self-healing hybrid dental fillings, and diagnostic methods for early-stage caries detection.
Awards:
Young Researcher Award, Near East University, 2016 NEU Research Award, Near East University, 2010
Publication :
Prof. Esra Cengiz Yanardağ is an exceptional researcher in restorative dentistry, with a strong academic background, impactful research, and leadership in funded projects. Her contributions to dental material innovation, adhesive bonding research, and mentorship make her a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award.
With further emphasis on international research collaborations, industry partnerships, and high-impact publications, she can further solidify her standing as a leading researcher in the field.