Hüseyin Gürkan Güneç | Endodontics | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Hüseyin Gürkan Güneç | Endodontics | Best Researcher Award

Health Sciences University | Turkey 

Assist. Prof. Dr. Hüseyin Gürkan Güneç is a distinguished researcher in endodontics and dental sciences, with a notable focus on integrating artificial intelligence into diagnostics and treatment planning. Currently serving at Sağlık Bilimleri Üniversitesi, his academic career spans multiple institutions, including İstanbul Atlas University, Beykent University, and Istanbul University, reflecting a consistent trajectory of teaching, research, and clinical expertise. Assist. Prof. Dr. Hüseyin Gürkan Güneç earned his DDS and PhD in Endodontics from Istanbul University and has been an active member of several professional organizations, including the European Society of Endodontology, Turkish Endodontic Society, Turkish Dental Association, and the Association for the Advancement of Artificial Intelligence, highlighting his international engagement. His research contributions are extensive, encompassing 12 publications cited 118 times with an h-index of 5, underscoring both productivity and impact. His work spans AI-assisted diagnosis, deep learning applications for pediatric panoramic radiographs, evaluation of rotary and reciprocating nickel-titanium instruments, and novel endodontic treatment strategies. Additionally, he has secured competitive funding from the Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey for AI-driven dental research. Beyond publications, Dr. Güneç has presented at numerous international conferences and contributed to book chapters, reinforcing his role as a thought leader in dental innovation. His combination of clinical expertise, AI integration, and scholarly output positions him as a highly promising candidate for recognition as a leading researcher in dentistry.

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Featured Publications

Güneç, H. G., Öreroğlu, İ., Çağlar, K., & Cesur Aydin, K. (2025). Evaluation of mandibular and maxillary second molar root canal anatomy in a Turkish subpopulation using CBCT: Comparison of Briseno-Marroquin and Vertucci classifications. BMC Medical Imaging.

Güneç, H. G., Kaya, E., Okumuş, D. N., & Erence, M. G. (2025, August 31). Comparison of YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram as digital sources for obtaining information about pulp therapy in primary and permanent teeth. Restorative Dentistry & Endodontics.

Bahadir, H. S., Keskin, N. B., Kurşun Çakmak, E. Ş., Güneç, G., Cesur Aydin, K., & Sari, S. K. (2025, July 17). Comparison of diagnoses made by dentistry students and by artificial intelligence dentists. Journal of Dental Education.

Güneç, H. G. (2025, May 27). 3.-4.-5. sınıf diş hekimliği öğrencilerinin endodontide antibiyotik kullanımına ilişkin bilgi düzeyinin değerlendirilmesi. Paper presented at 16. Uluslararası Türk Endodonti Kongresi.

Güneç, H. G. (2025, May 26). Farklı dezenfeksiyon yöntemleriyle sterilizasyon sonrası nikel titanyum döner eğelerin dental operasyon mikroskobu ve stereomikroskop altında değerlendirilmesi. Paper presented at 16. Uluslararası Türk Endodonti Kongresi.