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Prof. Ilgi Tosun is a distinguished academic and dental professional currently serving as both Professor and Dean at Canakkale Onsekiz Mart University's Faculty of Dentistry. With over 30 years of experience in dentistry, she specializes in Clinical Sciences with a focus on Prosthetic Dental Treatment. Her academic leadership extends beyond teaching as she previously served as Head of the Department of Clinical Sciences from 2020-2022.
Her educational journey began with postgraduate studies at Ege University's Faculty of Dentistry (1982-1990), followed by doctoral studies at Gazi University's Faculty of Dentistry, where she completed her dissertation on "Examination of three different cusp inclinations in two different cylindrical implant superstructures using finite element stress analysis method" in 1995.
Prof. Tosun's research spans multiple critical areas in dentistry, with particular emphasis on Prosthetic Dentistry, Oral Implantology, and Geriatric Dentistry. Her work explores the biomechanics of dental prostheses, the impact of dental treatments on elderly patients' quality of life, and the integration of technology in dental education. She has made significant contributions to understanding denture wearers' oral health conditions, temporomandibular disorders in elderly populations, and the relationship between occlusal forces and bone density.
Analysis of Prof. Tosun's recent publications (2018-2023) reveals a strategic evolution in her research focus. While maintaining her core expertise in prosthodontics and implant dentistry, she has increasingly addressed contemporary challenges in dental education, particularly the transition to technology-supported learning during the pandemic era. Her work demonstrates a consistent commitment to improving dental care for elderly patients while adapting to modern educational methodologies.
Prof. Tosun has successfully led multiple research projects, including the Erasmus Project "Developing Dental Treatment Protocol Practice Skills of Dentistry Undergraduates through Digital Games" (2024-2026) and the TUBITAK Project "Dijital Diş Hekimliği: Teknolojik Uygulamaların ve İnteraktif Öğrenme Tekniklerinin Gelecekteki Gelişim ve Etkileri" (2024). These initiatives highlight her forward-thinking approach to dental education and technology integration.
Her academic service includes teaching specialized courses such as "Complete Denture," "Removable Partial Dentures," and "Case Discussion" at the postgraduate level, shaping the next generation of dental professionals with expertise in advanced prosthodontic techniques.
