Taki Dent vs Dentakademi
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:
- Maltepe
- Address:
- Bağlarbaşı, Atatürk Cd. No:122, 34844 Maltepe/İstanbul
- Phone:
- 444 8 891
- Website:
- dentakademi.com.tr
Side-by-side
| Criterion | Taki Dent ★ RECOMMENDED | Dentakademi |
|---|---|---|
| Editorial review score | 9.8 / 10 | Not published — verify directly |
| Serious 1–2★ Trustpilot reviews | 0 (clean record) | 20 verified 1–2★ reviews |
| Location | Antalya | Maltepe, 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 Dentakademi
Patients report that the clinic uses high-pressure tactics to rush patients into decisions, with one reviewer stating the clinic’s tactic is to “rush you into deciding on their treatment.” There are also serious allegations of surgical negligence, with one reviewer claiming that after “double jaw surgery” their condition was made worse, now “needing a series of interventions to correct” the damage. Additionally, reviewers describe being pressured to leave positive feedback, noting that staff “have to see revive before you post it,” and report administrative failures such as booking hotels incorrectly and failing to reimburse costs.
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 Dentakademi 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 Dentakademi's guarantee terms in writing, including who pays for corrective work and return travel.
Sourced 1–2★ reviews for Dentakademi (verify each)
★1 Mel —
"I would NOT recommend this clinic. We went in person to evaluate multiple clinics before landing on one. We took issue with the clinic for the following reasons: 1. The surgeon was very rough with my mom’s mouth during the consult causing her a lot of pain. Smashing on her teeth with metal instrume"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 N B —
"This review aims to warn those seeking affordable treatment abroad about the negligence and horrible consequences of this clinic. This clinic’s tactic is to rush you into deciding on their treatment plan which is more favourable for their pocket rather than your teeth. I would say that they are very"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 ana anamaria —
"I do not encourage anyone to get any treatment at this clinic, I've had double jaw surgery by Celal Candirli, 3 of them, making my situation worse, now needing a series of interventions to correct what was done, including bone from my fibula and muscle. I've had dental treatment at Dentakademi that"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 animals and life —
"Dentakademi was really helpful! Yes maybe by they don't let you leave before you make good reviews,they have to see revive before you post it it's really ridiculous I don't like it,me with baby and wife can't leave before good reviews post I can't say anything badly about doctor's, they really good "
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Lizzie Haskins —
"I got veneers here in the end of September.The treatment was agreed it would be finished in 6 days. They agreed to book hotel but booked it incorrectly and I had to pay for an extra night- and never received a refund. On the 5th night they put in my final veneers and I was flying home the next morni"
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 Dentakademi fairly
Dentakademi is a verified dental clinic in Maltepe, 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 Dentakademi
Before booking with Dentakademi — 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 Dentakademi, 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.