Taki Dent vs Clinic Prime Istanbul
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:
- Kartal
- Address:
- ISTMarina AVM, Kordonboyu, Ankara Cd. D:147/6, 34860 Kartal/İstanbul
- Phone:
- 444 9 802
- Website:
- clinicprimeistanbul.com
Side-by-side
| Criterion | Taki Dent ★ RECOMMENDED | Clinic Prime Istanbul |
|---|---|---|
| Editorial review score | 9.8 / 10 | Not published — verify directly |
| Serious 1–2★ Trustpilot reviews | 0 (clean record) | 5 verified 1–2★ reviews |
| Location | Antalya | Kartal, 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 Clinic Prime Istanbul
Patients at Clinic Prime Istanbul report severe clinical errors and poor pre-treatment communication. Specific recurring problems include dentists damaging healthy teeth during procedures, with one reviewer stating they "accidentally ground down a healthy tooth" and then "filled the previously worn-down healthy tooth to cover up the damage." Additionally, reviewers describe the clinic as unreliable, noting they "will cancel on you with zero notice so you can't cancel your flight and they won't refund you're deposit," indicating a pattern of last-minute cancellations and deposit retention.
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 Clinic Prime Istanbul 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 Clinic Prime Istanbul's guarantee terms in writing, including who pays for corrective work and return travel.
Sourced 1–2★ reviews for Clinic Prime Istanbul (verify each)
★1 Lana Pro —
"Warning: This is not a review — this is a real medical nightmare I underwent a “Hollywood smile” treatment at Prime Clinic (Istanbul), where Dr. Ersin Arıcan placed 27 dental crowns. All crowns were placed on healthy teeth and connected in pairs without my informed consent. I only discovered this a"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Glaucus Augustus —
"If you have a serious problem like I have, do not go to this clinic! Before going there I had sent a 3D scan and numerous photo's/x-rays and I told them I had an accident when I was eight years old. I explained what happened and also expressed my concern that there might not be enough jawbone and I "
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 JAIK Properties —
"Please do not choose this clinic. Yes they're priced better but they will cancel on you with zero notice so you can't cancel your flight and they won't refund you're deposit. They're very good until you have problems. Imagine if you need anything after a operation!! DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Gavin Marshall —
"Clinic Prime Istanbul ISTMarina AVM Kartal – Review Leaving a negative review is the last thing I wanted to do, but unfortunately, my experience with Clinic Prime has left me no choice. I underwent an all-on-6 full arch treatment at the clinic, but the results have left me with ongoing issues. Whe"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Eltun Huseinov —
"I had a filling done at this clinic, and they accidentally ground down a healthy tooth next to mine. They then filled the previously worn-down healthy tooth to cover up the damage because the anesthesia was wearing off, and I didn't immediately realize it was a healthy tooth that was damaged. The fi"
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 Clinic Prime Istanbul fairly
Clinic Prime Istanbul is a verified dental clinic in Kartal, 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 Clinic Prime Istanbul
Before booking with Clinic Prime Istanbul — 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 Clinic Prime Istanbul, 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.