Taki Dent vs BDD Boğaziçi
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:
- İcadiye, Cumhuriyet Cd. No:63, 34522 Üsküdar/İstanbul
- Phone:
- 0541 335 62 82
- Website:
- bddbogazicidis.com.tr
Side-by-side
| Criterion | Taki Dent ★ RECOMMENDED | BDD Boğaziçi |
|---|---|---|
| Editorial review score | 9.8 / 10 | Not published — verify directly |
| Serious 1–2★ Trustpilot reviews | 0 (clean record) | 15 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 BDD Boğaziçi
Patients at BDD Boğaziçi report a pattern of unnecessary or misdiagnosed treatment, with one reviewer stating that after a preliminary examination, staff "immediately proceeded to extract one of her wisdom teeth without even asking." Another reviewer noted that the diagnosis changed drastically from "4 fillings" to "8 fillings, veneers, extractions" after a second doctor reviewed the same X-ray. Additionally, one patient paid for a sinus lift and bone graft, but multiple independent clinics later confirmed the procedure was not performed as described.
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 BDD Boğaziçi 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 BDD Boğaziçi's guarantee terms in writing, including who pays for corrective work and return travel.
Sourced 1–2★ reviews for BDD Boğaziçi (verify each)
★1 neringa gumbriene —
"We are extremely disappointed with this clinic. We paid for a sinus lift and bone graft procedure, but later several independent clinics — including another clinic in Turkey — confirmed that there is no visible evidence that these procedures were ever performed. X-rays clearly do not show signs of t"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Yasin Yıldırım —
"We had a pediatric dentistry appointment at 6:00 PM on Monday. Our check-in was completed at 5:55 PM, and we were told to wait a bit. At 6:10 PM, another patient arrived and they were examined immediately. We waited until 6:20 PM and then left. It's an unprofessional institution."
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Cuneyt Kokcek —
"They initially said 4 fillings, but another doctor looked at the same X-ray and added 8 fillings, veneers, extractions, etc. It's a place I was very dissatisfied with and will never go there again. I don't recommend it. Also, interestingly, the initial consultation is charged separately."
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Fatih —
"We went for a dental checkup for my wife. We went to the clinic for a preliminary examination, but they immediately proceeded to extract one of her wisdom teeth without even asking if she was hungry or full. Her blood pressure dropped that day, and her hands and feet were freezing in the 40-degree w"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Deniz Naz KARAYEL —
"I had a visible cavity in my wisdom tooth. I paid 100 lira for an examination and X-ray with Dr. Meryem. She described the decay to me as being so severe that she said there was no other option but extraction, that a root canal couldn't be done on this wisdom tooth, and that it had to be extracted. "
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 BDD Boğaziçi fairly
BDD Boğaziçi 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 BDD Boğaziçi
Before booking with BDD Boğaziçi — 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 BDD Boğaziçi, 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.