Taki Dent vs Alihan Akçam
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:
- Narlıdere
- Address:
- Yenikale, Mithatpaşa Cd. No:196 Kat:1, Daire:1, 35000 Narlıdere/İzmir
- Phone:
- 0552 826 86 50
- Website:
- akcamdisklinigi.com
Side-by-side
| Criterion | Taki Dent ★ RECOMMENDED | Alihan Akçam |
|---|---|---|
| Editorial review score | 9.8 / 10 | Not published — verify directly |
| Serious 1–2★ Trustpilot reviews | 0 (clean record) | 7 verified 1–2★ reviews |
| Location | Antalya | Narlıdere, İzmir |
| 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 Alihan Akçam
Patients at Alihan Akçam’s clinic report incomplete and prolonged treatment, with one reviewer noting their lower jaw implant procedure “is not yet fully completed” months later. Multiple reviewers also cite misdiagnosis and unnecessary work, with one stating the dentist “failed to see the decay” that was the main complaint while recommending multiple crowns instead. Additionally, the process is described as psychologically stressful, with one reviewer calling the dentist “greedy” and claiming they “never made an accurate diagnosis.”
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 Alihan Akçam 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 Alihan Akçam's guarantee terms in writing, including who pays for corrective work and return travel.
Sourced 1–2★ reviews for Alihan Akçam (verify each)
★1 Ceyda Duman —
"On February 4, 2026, I went to Alihan Akçam's private clinic for a dental filling. Initially, he was friendly, but the process and the aftermath were very stressful, both physically and psychologically. The filling was done, but the pain never subsided, and I still can't sleep because of it. I had "
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 selen k —
"I went for a dental cleaning as part of the dental care package included in my insurance policy. I went to Dr. Alihan in Narlıdere, as he has an agreement with the insurance company. I wouldn't have thought I'd need a professional cleaning, but a cleaning shouldn't be finished in 5 minutes. He only "
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 ufuk karakızlı —
"The lower jaw implant procedure, which began on December 12, 2022, is not yet fully completed as of July 2, 2023. I am waiting for the sores in my mouth and on my tongue to heal. If I had known it would be such a difficult process, I would never have started. I don't want to write about the negative"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Ayça Dallı —
"I've never seen such a greedy dentist who doesn't do their job well. From the beginning of my treatment, they were a doctor who never made an accurate diagnosis. Unfortunately, they unnecessarily extracted two of my teeth and applied bridge treatment just to make more money, but even after three mon"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Hasan Ali Güleç —
"He failed to see the decay in my lower right tooth, number 7, which was the main reason for my complaint, and said I had 6-7 teeth that needed crowns. Furthermore, my wife is a retired dentist and I am a retired neurologist. We have served the public for years in both public service and private prac"
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 Alihan Akçam fairly
Alihan Akçam is a verified dental clinic in Narlıdere, İzmir, 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 Alihan Akçam
Before booking with Alihan Akçam — 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 Alihan Akçam, 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.