Ömer Faruk ŞARKBAY was born in Ankara in 1970.
He completed his high school education at Ataköy High School. He then gained admission to Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry, from which he graduated in 1991.
He successfully carries out his profession by closely following developments in his field through seminars and publications.
His personal interests include philosophy, history, music, and cinema.
Biography
Dr. Ömer Faruk ŞARKBAY: Dentist | Academician | Esthetic Dentistry & Implantology Specialist
Dr. Ömer Faruk Şarkbay is a pioneering figure both in clinical practice and academia, dedicated to advancing oral health, generating scientific knowledge, and providing first-class dental services. His childhood passion for dentistry evolved into a career marked by international publications, over 55,000 successful implant operations that restored smiles to thousands of patients, and an inspirational role for hundreds of aspiring dentists.
The Beginning of a Passion: From a Small Town to World Standards
Born in Ankara in 1970, Dr. Şarkbay discovered his interest in healthcare at a young age. Observing the transformative effect a beautiful smile had on a person’s self-confidence led him to the dental profession. He graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry in 1991 at the age of 21, demonstrating outstanding academic achievement by graduating two years ahead of his peers.
The Founding of MosDent and His Guiding Clinical Journey
Dr. Şarkbay’s primary clinical interests include smile design, oral surgery, and implantology. Aiming for excellence not only aesthetically but also functionally, Dr. Şarkbay creates custom treatment plans for each patient by analyzing their facial features, speaking style, and even the way they smile.
His track record of over 55,000 implant operations to date proves both his success and his leadership in this field.
Areas of Expertise: Smile Design, Oral Surgery, and Implantology
Dr. Şarkbay's clinical focus is particularly on esthetic dentistry and implant applications. Approaching esthetic dentistry with an artistic perspective, he specializes in designing natural and balanced smiles that are tailored to his patients’ facial contours. His meticulously placed dental implants not only replace missing teeth but also restore the overall quality of life for individuals. His more than 55,000 implant operations confirm his vast experience and reliability in this area.
Academic Career and Scientific Contributions
Simultaneous with his clinical practice, Dr. Şarkbay has placed great importance on his academic work, completing his Master's in Business Administration at Marmara University and subsequently earning his Ph.D. at Istanbul Gelisim University.
His doctoral thesis analyzed the effects of lean management in healthcare services. He has since supervised numerous master's and doctoral theses focusing on health management, digital marketing, and artificial intelligence applications.
Dr. Şarkbay's work has been published in esteemed international journals, he has authored academic books, and he serves as a faculty member at Istanbul Gelisim University. His primary courses include:
Health Tourism
Health Economics
Digital Health Marketing
Supply Chain and Logistics in Healthcare
Organizational Behavior and Change Management
Publications and Scientific Works
Key publications contributed to by Dr. Ömer Faruk Şarkbay:
“Automatic Ad Optimization and Budget Estimation with Artificial Intelligence” – Health Service Economics World (2025)
“The Impact of Lean Supply Chain Strategy on Consumer Behavior: The Case of Dental Hospitals” – E3S Web of Conferences (2023)
“Lean Management in the Context of Health Management and the Covid-19 Pandemic Process” – (2022)
“Neuropsychological Applications in Dental Treatment” – (2022)
His scientific work centers around topics such as digital transformation in healthcare, content marketing, artificial intelligence, patient experience, and service quality.
Future Vision
Serving today as a clinical leader, a scientist, and an educator, Dr. Ömer Faruk Şarkbay continues to add value to the field of dentistry through his patient-centric approach, scientific contributions, and teaching role. For him, every smile is a lasting investment in the quality of life.