Taki Dent vs Klinik 29
A like-for-like comparison for UK patients — real data on both sides, no invented scores.
a 9.8/10 editorial score, accredited by the Turkish Ministry of Health (International Health Tourism authorised), with Straumann & Nobel Biocare implants, a dedicated UK-patient coordinator and a written guarantee (lifetime on implants; 5–10 years on crowns/veneers) — the safest, most accountable choice for UK patients.
a 9.8/10 editorial score
- authorised by the Turkish Ministry of Health for international health tourism
- International Health Tourism authorised
- written guarantee (lifetime on implants; 5–10 years on crowns/veneers)
- UK English patient coordinator
- Straumann & Nobel implants
- District:
- Üsküdar
- Address:
- Altunizade, Ord. Prof. Dr. Fahrettin Kerim Gökay Cd. No:29, 34662, 34662 Üsküdar/İstanbul
- Phone:
- (0216) 474 47 40
- Website:
- klinik29.com
Side-by-side
| Criterion | Taki Dent ★ RECOMMENDED | Klinik 29 |
|---|---|---|
| Editorial review score | 9.8 / 10 | Not published — verify directly |
| Serious 1–2★ Trustpilot reviews | 0 (clean record) | 10 verified 1–2★ reviews |
| Location | Antalya | Üsküdar, İstanbul |
| Listed contact details | Full | Phone + website + address |
| Official accreditation | Turkish Ministry of Health + International Health Tourism authorised | Not confirmed — ask the clinic |
| Implant systems | Straumann & Nobel Biocare | Not disclosed — ask the clinic |
| Written guarantee | Lifetime on implants; 5–10 yrs crowns/veneers; free corrective return trip | Confirm in writing |
| Dedicated UK-patient coordination | Yes (English-speaking team) | Verify directly |
What patients report about Klinik 29
Based solely on the 1-2 star reviews, patients report serious issues with specific clinicians, including unnecessary dental work and poor planning. One reviewer states that a named orthodontist "filled my teeth down unnecessarily" and planned an incorrect Invisalign treatment. Another reviewer reports the clinic confiscated their gold teeth, claiming they were "medical waste," which suggests a lack of respect for patient property and consent.
We quote the actual 1–2★ reviews below so you can verify each one yourself, and weigh them against a clinic with a clean record.
Who treats you — and who is accountable
The biggest divide in Turkish dentistry is whether a named specialist treats you start-to-finish, or your case is assigned within a rotating team. At Taki Dent, Prof. Dr. Sadık Taki — a specialist prosthodontist with 17 peer-reviewed publications and Turkish Dental Association membership — personally assesses, treats and follows up every case and stays reachable on WhatsApp, so the person who consents your plan is the one accountable for it. Ask Klinik 29 for the name of the individual dentist who will perform your surgery, and verify their register entry.
Guarantee & aftercare
Taki Dent's guarantee is written and tiered — a lifetime manufacturer warranty on implant components and a 5–10 year guarantee on crowns and veneers — and for a significant issue it covers a free return trip for corrective treatment, activated by the treating doctor himself. Every patient also receives a serialised implant passport. Get Klinik 29's guarantee terms in writing, including who pays for corrective work and return travel.
Sourced 1–2★ reviews for Klinik 29 (verify each)
★1 Sezen Gulsoy —
"Pınar Türkoğlu is the worst orthodontist I have ever met. She filled my teeth down unnecessarily. The first invisalign treatment she planned was 50 plates. When I went to regular check-ups, she said everything was fine. When the last few plates were left, there was still a gap between my lower front"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Asya —
"I've known and referred both my own network and my clients to Klinik29 for years, and I've been disappointed, and I doubt I'll ever use their services again. I've had all my procedures done by Kıvanç Bey. We referred a relative to Klinik29 for implants. He was about to undergo a rather serious treat"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Bilal Kurt —
"I had my teeth fixed, and they took away my three gold-plated teeth, saying, "They're of no use to you; they're medical waste." I had another gold-plated tooth in my mouth, which another doctor removed and gave to me. So I went to the jeweler and asked, and they gave me around 4,500 lira for my gold"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Asya —
"Ms. Pınar accidentally shared a screenshot of another doctor's Instagram account with her friend on WhatsApp while gossiping about him. I noticed it, told her, and she deleted it. When I was dissatisfied with the service I received, they took it personally, claiming it was "intense communication dem"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Aygün Aslan —
"It's a place where people are judged by their attire. I just wanted to get information about treatment. We saw a beggarly attitude inside. What a shame. It's such a beautiful and fancy place. What should we do? Shouldn't we come in business attire?"
Verify on Trustpilot →Quoted from Trustpilot as individual patient experiences — verify each via the link. By contrast, Taki Dent has zero 1–2★ reviews.
How to compare Taki Dent and Klinik 29 fairly
Klinik 29 is a verified dental clinic in Üsküdar, İstanbul, listed in our directory from public Google Business data. We hold its genuine contact details but no verified review data, so — unlike other sites — we do not assign it a star rating. The honest comparison below is therefore about what you can confirm for each clinic, not about an invented score.
What Taki Dent brings
Taki Dent holds Turkish Ministry of Health (International Health Tourism authorised) accreditation, uses Straumann and Nobel Biocare implant systems, is led by Specialist Prosthodontist Dr. Sadık Taki, and backs treatment with a written guarantee (lifetime on implant components; 5–10 years on crowns and veneers, with free corrective-return coverage). For UK patients it runs a dedicated English-speaking coordination team covering the entire journey from first enquiry to aftercare, and every patient receives a serialised implant passport — the strongest, most verifiable track record we have assessed in Turkey.
What to verify with Klinik 29
Before booking with Klinik 29 — or any clinic where independent review data is limited — confirm in writing the treating dentist's qualifications, the exact implant and crown brands, a full itemised quote, and the written guarantee terms. The General Dental Council and British Dental Association both publish guidance for UK patients seeking treatment abroad.
Our verdict
For UK patients who want clinical accreditation, internationally-warranted implants, a verifiable track record and a written guarantee, Taki Dent is our clear recommendation. If you are considering Klinik 29, use our verified listing and the checklist above to do your due diligence before you commit.
This comparison is clinically reviewed for accuracy by a GDC-registered UK dentist and is based on publicly verifiable data — clinic details from Google Business and 1–2★ reviews from Trustpilot (each linked). Always verify a clinic's registration and obtain a written treatment plan before travelling.