Dr. Nesrin Sönmez, DDS, PhD, is a prosthodontist, cosmetic dentist, and dental ceramist based in Nişantaşı, Istanbul. She is known for uniting scientific precision with artistic craftsmanship, offering patients a uniquely holistic and personalized dental experience.
Her approach integrates advanced prosthodontic technology, digital design systems, and handcrafted ceramic artistry to create restorations that are functional, biocompatible, and visually harmonious.
Philosophy & Vision
Dr. Sönmez believes that every smile tells a story, one that connects aesthetic harmony with emotional well-being. Her philosophy combines art, function, and balance, reflecting a holistic view of oral health where each treatment supports not only the mouth but the entire body’s wellness.
She personally designs and finishes many of her restorations as a dental ceramist, ensuring precision down to the smallest aesthetic detail.
Clinical Expertise
- Fixed and removable implant-supported restorations
- Full-arch rehabilitation in edentulous patients
- Aesthetic and conservative smile design
- Biomimetic and holistic prosthetic materials
- Digital dentistry and CAD/CAM systems
- Functional management of TMJ disorders
- Dental solutions for snoring and airway improvement
Education & Academic Background
Dr. Sönmez graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry in 2011 and completed her PhD in Prosthodontics at the same institution in 2016, with her dissertation titled:
“Evaluation of the Mechanical Properties of Different Materials Used in CAD/CAM Systems.”
Her academic foundation continues to guide her patient-centered approach, combining research-based methodology with a delicate artistic touch.
Academic & Professional Roles
From 2017 to 2022, she served as Assistant Professor, Head of the Department of Dentistry Services, and Director of the Dental Prosthetics Program at Beykent University.
After her tenure, she founded NS Clinic, NS Education, and NS Consultancy, platforms that combine clinical excellence, continuing education, and dental laboratory consultancy under one holistic vision.
She is also an Ambassador Member of Hass Bio (South Korea) and a Prosthetic Adviser for Bredent Turkey.
Scientific Contributions
Dr. Sönmez has participated in and presented at multiple international conferences, including the FDI World Dental Congress. Her studies and publications include:
- Nanoceramics and Hybrid Materials Used in CAD/CAM Systems – Aydın Dental Journal, 2016
- Evaluation of Five CAD/CAM Materials by Microstructural Characterization and Mechanical Tests: A Comparative In Vitro Study – BMC Oral Health, 2018
Holistic Practice
Her private clinic in Nişantaşı, Istanbul offers comprehensive prosthodontic care, aesthetic smile design, and functional rehabilitation.
She views each patient as a whole; integrating art, science, and emotional balance to craft smiles that resonate with confidence and authenticity.
Chronological Professional Journey
- 2006 – 2011 Bachelor of Dentistry, Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry
- 2011 – 2016 PhD in Prosthodontics, Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry
- 2011 – 2012 Staff Dentist, Dentist Oral & Dental Health Clinic
- 2012 – 2015 Staff Dentist, Birinci Oral & Dental Health Clinic
- 2013 FDI Istanbul 101st Annual World Dental Congress – Poster & Oral Presentations
- 2013 Advanced Implantology Education, SIC Invent, Freiburg University
- 2015–2019 Co-Founder, Smile International Oral and Dental Health Clinic
- 2015 Botulinum Toxin A & Dermal Filler Training, Vesta Academy, Cyprus
- 2016 PhD Thesis Defense – “Mechanical Properties of CAD/CAM Materials”
- 2016 ADM Hawaii Poster Presentation – “CAD/CAM Material Characterization”
- 2017–2022 Assistant Professor and Department Chair, Beykent University
- 2019–2021 Prosthodontist, Smile Institute Oral and Dental Health Clinic
- 2020 Aesthetic & Prosthetic Dentistry Training, August Brugera Center, Spain
- 2021–Present Ambassador Member, Hass Bio (South Korea)
- 2021–2024 Prosthodontist, Medicadent Oral and Dental Health Clinic
- 2022–2024 Laboratory Consultant, Konfor Dental Laboratory
- 2022–2024 Prosthetic Adviser, Bredent Turkey – Idealdent
- 2024–Present Founder of NS Clinic, NS Education & NS Consultancy