Taki Dent vs Ekiz Clinic
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:
- Sarıyer
- Address:
- Ayazağa mah. Kemerburgaz cad. No:10/A İç Kapı No:100 Vadikoru, Ayazağa, 34475 Sarıyer/İstanbul
- Phone:
- (0212) 809 47 47
- Website:
- ekizclinic.com
Side-by-side
| Criterion | Taki Dent ★ RECOMMENDED | Ekiz Clinic |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Sarıyer, 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 Ekiz Clinic
Based solely on the provided 1-2 star reviews, patients at Ekiz Clinic report that aftercare and corrective promises are not honoured, with one reviewer stating they "ended up having to pay for them being rectified" after the clinic failed to follow through. Another recurring issue involves serious failures of dental work shortly after returning home, such as crowns and veneers failing, alongside a specific complaint of an orthodontist’s assistant "purposely wiping off" a patient's material during treatment. Reviewers also describe a pattern of poor communication and feeling misled, with one noting they were "out thousands" after paying for promised corrections.
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 Ekiz Clinic 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 Ekiz Clinic's guarantee terms in writing, including who pays for corrective work and return travel.
Sourced 1–2★ reviews for Ekiz Clinic (verify each)
★1 Milad —
"I am sharing my personal experience with Ekiz Dental Clinic in the hope it helps others. First visit: I had a full set of crowns and veneers placed. Shortly after returning home, I began experiencing bleeding around several teeth. Second visit: I flew back to Istanbul for a check-up and was told ev"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Alex Kirby —
"I agreed to remove my original review around 2 years ago as they said they would rectify the issues i had with my veneers. (I ended up having to pay for them being rectified by them so out thousands more when it wasn’t my fault), i got my teeth done around 2 years ago with them, since then I have ha"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 *drops mic* —
"I was initially tempted to seek treatment here, but after reading through the reviews, I ultimately decided against it. Several of the concerns raised are serious, and while I appreciate that the practice responds to negative feedback, the replies often come across as “sorry, but…” followed by expla"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Morteza —
"When Milad went for his first appointment, he was so excited, and I was considering coming here myself for a smile makeover. But after seeing everything he went through, I’m honestly shocked and deeply disappointed. I personally witnessed the stress, the frustration, and the problems he dealt with t"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 V —
"⚠️⚠️My review should not have been removed. I traveled from Canada for orthodontic treatment and had a terrible experience. Most upsetting, the orthodontist’s assistant was purposely wiping off my makeup and laughing hysterically about it, not realizing I could understand what she was saying. They "
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 Ekiz Clinic fairly
Ekiz Clinic is a verified dental clinic in Sarıyer, 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 Ekiz Clinic
Before booking with Ekiz Clinic — 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 Ekiz Clinic, 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.