Taki Dent vs Dentalzone Akademi34
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:
- Acıbadem, Acıbadem Cd. No:195, 34660 Üsküdar/İstanbul
- Phone:
- 0546 566 96 63
- Website:
- dentalzone.com.tr
Side-by-side
| Criterion | Taki Dent ★ RECOMMENDED | Dentalzone Akademi34 |
|---|---|---|
| Editorial review score | 9.8 / 10 | Not published — verify directly |
| Serious 1–2★ Trustpilot reviews | 0 (clean record) | 4 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 Dentalzone Akademi34
Based on patient reviews, recurring problems at Dentalzone Akademi34 include unnecessary or forceful procedures, with one reviewer stating a filling was done "almost by force" and another reporting that two implants were placed "without asking" for a single missing tooth. Multiple reviewers also describe poor post-treatment outcomes, such as a filling causing pain "when I ate due to pressure" and a tooth becoming so sensitive after a repair that the patient "couldn't even drink water." Finally, reviewers cite poor management and a lack of respectful communication, noting that "communication and respect during reception are lacking."
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 Dentalzone Akademi34 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 Dentalzone Akademi34's guarantee terms in writing, including who pays for corrective work and return travel.
Sourced 1–2★ reviews for Dentalzone Akademi34 (verify each)
★1 Gülşen Töre —
"I had a dental filling done by Dr. Alperen. Almost by force. He said nothing was visible.... The filling was done. 3 months later, it started hurting when I ate due to pressure. I went back and he filed my molar without taking an x-ray because nothing was visible. Nothing is wrong :) It's the first "
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Elif Aksoy —
"My mother went here to get a small filling repaired at the nearest place. Dr. Levent repaired the small filling. Afterwards, my mother's tooth became sensitive; she couldn't even drink water. When she called the dentist back, his secretary said it would pass in a week (it didn't). A month later, she"
Verify on Trustpilot →★2 Lina Lina —
"I had implants done at this clinic in 2023. I was greeted very friendly on my first visit. Without asking, they put in two implants instead of one tooth that needed to be removed. Honestly, I'm very disappointed that I visited this clinic. One implant was removed after 1.5 days here in Austria becau"
Verify on Trustpilot →★2 Büşra Öner —
"The doctors are good, but the management is poor. Communication and respect during reception are lacking."
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 Dentalzone Akademi34 fairly
Dentalzone Akademi34 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 Dentalzone Akademi34
Before booking with Dentalzone Akademi34 — 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 Dentalzone Akademi34, 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.