Master’s Thesis: “Louis Gourgas Method in Root Canal Treatment,” Ege University Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Dental Diseases and Treatment, 1991, İzmir.

Thesis Advisor: Prof. Dr. Turan Cengiz

Doctoral Thesis (Summary attached) and Title: “Comparison of Three Different Methods Used in the Expansion of Curved Canals via Intraoral Digital Radiography.” Ege University Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Dental Diseases and Treatment, 1997, İzmir.

Thesis Advisors:
1. Advisor: Prof. Dr. M. Kemal Çalışkan (Ege University)
2. Advisor: Prof. Dr. D. Heidemann (JW. Goethe University, Germany)

Administrative Positions:

1. Chair of the Department of Dental Diseases and Treatment, Faculty of Dentistry, Süleyman Demirel University, 15.04.1998-07.06.1999
2. Head of Department, Süleyman Demirel University Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Dental Diseases and Treatment, 04.05.2001-11.10.2002
3. Vice Dean, Süleyman Demirel University Faculty of Dentistry, 27 December 2002-25 August 2004
4. Director, Süleyman Demirel University Institute of Health Sciences, 2008-2009
5. Head of Department, Süleyman Demirel University Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Endodontics, 2006-2009
6. Head of Department, Süleyman Demirel University Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Endodontics, 2009-2012
7. Head of Department, Süleyman Demirel University Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Endodontics, 2012-2015
8. Head of Department, Süleyman Demirel University Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Endodontics, 2015-2021
9. Assistant Director, Süleyman Demirel University Strategic Research Center, 2005-2009
10. Member, Academic Evaluation and Quality Improvement Board
11. Board Member, KASAUM Women’s Issues Research Center
12. Member, Institute Board, Süleyman Demirel University Institute of Health Sciences, 2003-2012
13. Academic Incentive Evaluation and Objection Commission, Süleyman Demirel University Rectorate, 2017-2019
14. Member, Academic Incentive Evaluation Commission, Faculty of Dentistry, Süleyman Demirel University, 2017-2019
15. Member, Academic Incentive Evaluation Commission, Faculty of Dentistry, Süleyman Demirel University, 2021

A. Articles Published in International Peer-Reviewed Journals:

1. Küçük Ö, Kececi AD. Strengthening effect of different fiber placement designs on root canal treated and bleached premolars. Odontology. Vol.: (0123456789)1 3 Odontology (2021) 109:349–357. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10266-020-00549-1
2. Keçeci AD, Heidemann D, Kurnaz S. Fracture resistance and failure mode of endodontically treated teeth restored using ceramic onlays with or without fiber posts-an ex vivo study. Dent Traumatol. 2016 Aug;32(4):328-35. doi: 10.1111/edt.12252.
3. Hilmi Egemen GÜLDAS, Ayse Diljin KECECI, Emel Sesli CETIN, Tuba OZTURK, Bulem Üreyen KAYA. Evaluation of antimicrobial efficacy of cetrimide and Glycyrrhiza glabra L. extract against Enterococcus faecalis biofilm grown on dentin discs in comparison with NaOCl. Dent Mater J. 2016 Oct 1;35(5):721-727. Epub 2016 Apr 28.
4. Adanir N, Ureyen Kaya B, Kececi AD. Fracture Resistance of Roots Restored with Four Different Fiber-Reinforced Composite Posts. Med Princ Pract. 2015 Oct;24(6):538-43. doi: 10.1159/000433436. Epub 2015 Jun 23.
5. Yaylali IE, Kececi AD, Kaya BU. Ultrasonically Activated Irrigation to Remove Calcium Hydroxide from Apical Third of Human Root Canal System: A Systematic Review of In Vitro Studies. Journal Of Endodontics. Volume: 41, Issue: 10, 1589-1599. DOI: 10.1016/j.joen.2015.06.006. Published: OCT 2015.
6. Kececi AD, Kaya BU, Sener E. Determination of canal orifice co-ordinates and MB2 incidence of maxillary first molars in a Turkish sub-population. Acta Odontologica Scandinavica. 72(5):354-361. DOI: 10.3109/00016357.2013.837959. JUL 2014.
7. Kececi AD, Kaya BU, Guldas E, Saritekin E, Sener E. Evaluation Of Dental Fluorosis In Relation To DMFT Rates In A Fluorotic Rural Area Of Turkey. Fluoride. Volume: 47, Issue: 2, Pages: 119-132, Published: APR-JUN 2014.
8. Kaya BU, Kececi AD, Guldas HE, Çetin ES, Ozturk T, Oksuz L, Bozduman F. Efficacy of endodontic applications of ozone and low-temperature atmospheric pressure plasma on root canals infected with Enterococcus faecalis. Letters in Applied Microbiology. Volume: 58, Issue: 1, Pages: 8-15. DOI: 10.1111/lam.12148. Published: JAN 2014.
9. Ureyen Kaya B, Kececi AD, Guldas HE, Orhan H. A Retrospective Radiographic Study of Coronal-Periapical Status and Root Canal Filling Quality in a Selected Adult Turkish Population. Med Princ Pract. 2013;22(4):334-9. doi: 10.1159/000346940. Epub 2013 Feb 12.
10. Üreyen Kaya B, Keçeci AD, Güldaş HE. Investigation Of Root Canal Debridement Efficacy Of Low Temperature Atmospheric Pressure Plasma Compared To Current Techniques. Biotechnology & Biotechnological Equipment. 2013 (27 (1), 3547-3552).
11. Üreyen Kaya B, Kececi AD, Güldaş HE, Çetin ES, Öztürk T, Öksuz L, Bozduman F. Efficacy of endodontic applications of ozone and low-temperature atmospheric pressure plasma on root canals infected with Enterococcus faecalis. Letters in Applied Microbiology. DOI: 10.1111/lam.12148. Epub 2013 Oct 8.
12. Bulem UK, Kececi AD, Guldas HE. Experimental evaluation of cyclic fatigue resistance of four different nickel-titanium instruments after immersion in sodium hypochlorite and/or sterilization. Journal of Applied Oral Science. 2013 Nov;21(6):505-10. doi: 10.1590/1679-775720130083.
13. Keçeci AD, Ureyen Kaya B, Sener E. Determination of canal orifice co-ordinates and MB2 incidence of maxillary first molars in a Turkish sub-population. Acta Odontologica Scandinavica. Early Online, DOI: 10.3109/00016357.2013.837959.
14. Keçeci AD, Teke A. Finite element analysis Part II – Determination of endodontic stresses. Roots (2) 2012, 12-19.
15. Kececi AD, Kaya BU, Belli S. Corono-apical leakage of various root filling materials using two different penetration models–a 3-month study. J Biomed Mater Res B Appl Biomater. 2010 Jan;92(1):261-7.
16. Çetin C, Keçeci AD, Erdoğan A, Baydar ML. Influence of custom-made mouth guards on strength, speed, and anaerobic performance of taekwondo athletes. Dent Traumatol. 2009 Jun;25(3):272-6.

Membership in Scientific Organizations:

1. Membership of IADT (International Association of Dental Traumatology)
2. Member of Turkish Endodontic Society
3. Member of ESE – European Society of Endodontology
4. Member of Turkish Dental Association (TDB)
5. Scientific Advisory Board Member of Selçuk University Faculty of Dentistry Journal
6. Scientific Advisory Board Member of SDU Health Sciences Journal
7. Scientific Advisory Board Member of SDU Faculty of Dentistry Journal
8. Scientific Advisory Board Member of SDU Faculty of Medicine Journal
9. Scientific Advisory Board Member of Forensic Dentistry Journal

Supervised Master’s Theses:

1. Bambul M., “Effects of Physical Properties on Fracture of Canal Instruments,” Süleyman Demirel University, Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Dental Diseases and Treatment, Isparta, 2003.
2. Şahintürk H., “Investigation of Psychological Effects of Dental Fluorosis,” Süleyman Demirel University, Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Dental Diseases and Treatment, Isparta, 2003.
3. Küçükterci M., “Evaluation of Radiopacities of Endodontic Materials with Digital Radiography,” Süleyman Demirel University, Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Dental Diseases and Treatment, Isparta, 2002.
4. Erol O., “Success in Endodontic Treatment,” Süleyman Demirel University, Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Dental Diseases and Treatment, Isparta, 2002.
5. Çelik D., “Acute Flare-ups in Endodontics,” Süleyman Demirel University, Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Dental Diseases and Treatment, Isparta, 2001.
6. Öney Ö., “Etiology and Epidemiology of Fluorosis,” Süleyman Demirel University, Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Dental Diseases and Treatment, Isparta, 2000.
7. Yemenici B., “Etiology and Incidence of Wedge Defects,” Süleyman Demirel University, Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Dental Diseases and Treatment, Isparta, 2000.
8. Bozkuş H., “Ethical Approaches of Freelance Dentists in Isparta-Burdur Region,” Süleyman Demirel University, Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Dental Diseases and Treatment, Isparta, 2000.

Supervised Doctoral Theses:

1. Teke A., “Ex-vivo Investigation of the Sealing and Bonding Properties of Different Root-End Filling Materials Using Glucose Filtration and Push-Out Methods,” Süleyman Demirel University, 2016.
2. Güldaş H. E., “Evaluation of Antimicrobial Efficacy of Sodium Hypochlorite, Cetrimide, and Glycyrrhiza Glabra L. Extract on Enterococcus Faecalis Biofilm Model,” Süleyman Demirel University, 2014, Isparta.
3. Kısacık F. Özdemir, “Effects of 35% Hydrogen Peroxide Used in Office Whitening on Pulp Tissue: In Vivo and In Vitro Study,” Süleyman Demirel University, 2009, Isparta.
4. Taç A.G., “Examination of the Microflora of Root Canals and Antibacterial Effects in Patients with Systemic Diseases,” Süleyman Demirel University, 2008, Isparta.
5. Üreyen Kaya B., “Investigation of the Relationship Between Root Canal Sealers, Dentin, and Gutta-Percha with Different Filling Techniques,” Süleyman Demirel University, 2007, Isparta.

Supervised Specialty Theses:

1. Safa Kurnaz, “Evaluation of Compressive Strength of Vertical Root Fractured Teeth Restored with 4-META/MMA-TBB Based Resin Cement and Different Fiber Materials,” Süleyman Demirel University, 2015, Isparta.
2. Volkan Dinç, “Comparison of Periapical Status and Endodontic Treatment Quality in Healthy Individuals and Type 2 Diabetes Patients,” Süleyman Demirel University, 2016, Isparta.
3. Öznur Küçük, “Effects of Devital Bleaching on Fracture Resistance of Endodontically Treated Teeth and Evaluation of Strengthening with Fiber Materials,” Süleyman Demirel University, 2018, Isparta.
4. Şahin Erinç Basa, “Comparison of Clinical Inspection, CBCT, Digital Radiography, and Dental Operating Microscope Techniques in Detecting Additional Canals in Maxillary First Molars,” Süleyman Demirel University, 2018.

Editorial Roles in Scientific or Professional Journals:

• Editor: Türkiye Klinikleri Endodontics Special Issue, Volume 3, Issue 1, 2017.
• Special Issue: Scientific Research Methods in Endodontics.

Awards:

1. 3rd Place in Case Presentation Award – 25th International Scientific Congress and Exhibition of İzmir Chamber of Dentists, 2018.
2. Best Case Presentation Award – 24th İzmir Chamber of Dentists International Scientific Congress, 2017.
3. First Place in Oral Presentation – 6th International Endodontic Symposium, Erzurum, 2015.
4. Best Poster Award – Van, 2014.
5. Encouragement Award for Poster Presentation – Isparta, 2011.