Patient Experience
A 72-year-old retired shipyard welder from Tuzla presented with chronic osteonecrosis of the mandible following bisphosphonate therapy for osteoporosis. Dr. Çelebi coordinated with his oncologist to pause medication and performed a novel vascularized fibula graft reconstruction. The patient, who spoke only in maritime metaphors, celebrated his recovery by crafting a miniature wooden dhow which he gifted to the clinic.
An 8-year-old competitive rhythmic gymnast suffered a traumatic avulsion of her maxillary central incisors during a ribbon routine mishap. Dr. Çelebi designed a temporary aesthetic solution using flexible pediatric prosthetics that wouldn't interfere with her training, with plans for definitive implants post-puberty. Her recovery involved learning to smile without self-consciousness for upcoming competitions.
A 34-year-old Syrian refugee and former mosaic artist presented with severe dental erosion from years of involuntary teeth grinding due to PTSD. Treatment involved full-mouth rehabilitation using layered composite resins that Dr. Çelebi subtly tinted to resemble ancient Aleppo stone. The patient found therapeutic value in watching the meticulous layering process, which mirrored her former craft.
A 41-year-old deep-sea saturation diver developed barodontalgia with recurrent periapical abscesses in molars that would flare during decompression cycles. Dr. Çelebi collaborated with hyperbaric medicine specialists to time extractions and implants during the diver's mandatory surface intervals, using titanium alloys tested for extreme pressure compatibility.