Taki Dent vs Appledent
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:
- Şişli
- Address:
- Fulya, Akıncı Bayırı Sk. No:10/1, 34397 Şişli/İstanbul
- Phone:
- (0212) 288 70 02
- Website:
- appledent.com.tr
Side-by-side
| Criterion | Taki Dent ★ RECOMMENDED | Appledent |
|---|---|---|
| Editorial review score | 9.8 / 10 | Not published — verify directly |
| Serious 1–2★ Trustpilot reviews | 0 (clean record) | 3 verified 1–2★ reviews |
| Location | Antalya | Şişli, 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 Appledent
Patients at Appledent report two specific recurring problems. Firstly, reviewers state that the clinic charges excessively high prices, with one noting they "charged three times more than they would at other private clinics" and another warning to "get an alternative quote before starting." Secondly, there are serious concerns about the quality and longevity of treatments, as one reviewer reports that their mother's filler "fell out on its own" a year after the procedure.
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 Appledent 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 Appledent's guarantee terms in writing, including who pays for corrective work and return travel.
Sourced 1–2★ reviews for Appledent (verify each)
★1 Hilal Yildiz —
"I chose this clinic for my dental implant treatment because when I contacted my dentist, who had previously done my braces and whom I was very satisfied with, he referred me to another doctor at this clinic. I accepted the referral because I trusted him. I was quoted €2000 for two implants, all-inc"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 ilhan sedef —
"I was satisfied with the diagnosis and examination. However, the prices are very high; be sure to get an alternative quote before starting. Invoices and credit cards are not accepted. CASH only!"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Ceren Boztepe —
"My mother had fillers done here a year ago. They charged three times more than they would at other private clinics. And then, a whole year later, the filler just fell out on its own... So, just because it's expensive doesn't mean it's good. Talent doesn't come with money..."
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 Appledent fairly
Appledent is a verified dental clinic in Şişli, 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 Appledent
Before booking with Appledent — 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 Appledent, 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.