Taki Dent vs Defne Prime Dent
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
- Phone:
- 0533 245 38 72
- Website:
- defneprimedent.com
Side-by-side
| Criterion | Taki Dent ★ RECOMMENDED | Defne Prime Dent |
|---|---|---|
| Editorial review score | 9.8 / 10 | Not published — verify directly |
| Serious 1–2★ Trustpilot reviews | 0 (clean record) | 12 verified 1–2★ reviews |
| Location | Antalya | 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 Defne Prime Dent
Patients at Defne Prime Dent report severe post-treatment infections and complications, with one reviewer stating their wife suffered from "constant swelling, infection, and pus discharge" for over ten days after implants. Another recurring issue is poor-quality workmanship, including a filling so "rough it scratched my tongue" and a teeth-whitening treatment that "had no effect whatsoever." Reviewers also describe being pressured into return visits and experiencing "unbearable pain" following procedures.
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 Defne Prime Dent 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 Defne Prime Dent's guarantee terms in writing, including who pays for corrective work and return travel.
Sourced 1–2★ reviews for Defne Prime Dent (verify each)
★1 George Hampton —
"My wife, Veronica, had dental implants placed at this clinic. For more than 10 days now, she has been suffering from severe pain, constant swelling, infection, and pus discharge. What was supposed to be a dental implant treatment with 6 implants has turned into a very long and extremely painful orde"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Lkader Sliem —
"I had dental implants done at this clinic, and what happened afterward was an absolute nightmare. I developed a serious infection, suffered unbearable pain, and went through physical and emotional distress that I would not wish on anyone. Five of the implants they placed actually came out. That alo"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Aslihan —
"The friendliness and attentiveness were excellent, yes, but most importantly, the result of the procedure was unfortunately a bad experience. Two weeks ago, we went there for my daughter's severe toothache that started at night. I even gave a positive review that night after the procedure, but the s"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 İlknur Kara —
"Think twice before going!!! I had root canal treatment and fillings done here. The surface of the filling was so rough it scratched my tongue. When I went to another dentist to have it corrected, the filling cracked and decay was found inside. Apparently, the filling was done without properly cleani"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Kübra Yıldırım —
"I would never recommend it. My wife and I went for teeth whitening and cleaning. Our teeth still ache after the first treatment. And it had no effect whatsoever. Moreover, they forced us to come back for a second cleaning, even though the condition wasn't that bad. The cleaning only took 15 minutes;"
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 Defne Prime Dent fairly
Defne Prime Dent is a verified dental clinic in 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 Defne Prime Dent
Before booking with Defne Prime Dent — 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 Defne Prime Dent, 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.