Taki Dent vs İMESDENT
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:
- Ümraniye
- Address:
- Dudullu OSB, 501 Sok No:34 İç Kapı No:16 B1 Blok, 34776 Ümraniye/İstanbul
- Phone:
- 0501 622 20 01
- Website:
- imesdent.com
Side-by-side
| Criterion | Taki Dent ★ RECOMMENDED | İMESDENT |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Ümraniye, 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 İMESDENT
Patients at İMESDENT report severe delays and incomplete treatment, with one reviewer noting their parents’ implants and veneers were "going on for almost 1.5 years" without conclusion. Multiple reviewers also cite poor communication and misalignment, specifically mentioning that a dentist’s "communication is terrible" and that teeth were left "misaligned in the wrong direction." A recurring complaint is that the clinic fails to stand behind its work, with one reviewer stating, "They never stand behind their work."
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 İMESDENT 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 İMESDENT's guarantee terms in writing, including who pays for corrective work and return travel.
Sourced 1–2★ reviews for İMESDENT (verify each)
★1 Beyza Muşmul —
"I started aligner treatment with Dr. İlhan, but unfortunately, I'm not satisfied. Initially, I was told it would take 8 months, but due to the aligners not being sent on time, the treatment has dragged on for over a year. Because of this delay, my teeth have started to shift. There's no one at the c"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Gülşen —
"I got braces last year, but my dentist's communication is terrible. I absolutely do not recommend Dr. İlhan; my teeth are now misaligned in the wrong direction. My brother got aligners, and they only bring him new ones every two months."
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Sezin Aşlak —
"My parents had implants and veneers done at this clinic. The process has been going on for almost 1.5 years, and they still haven't reached a conclusion. My father received crooked teeth due to a very incorrect measurement. My mother's teeth have been constantly staining since the day after they wer"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Muhammet Ece —
"We've been at this clinic for two years for my mother's dental implant treatment, yet her treatment is still incomplete. Throughout the process, we were repeatedly called back with the excuse that "the measurements weren't right." We experienced the same problems 3-4 times, and then procedures like "
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Eva ashlak —
"Don't go there! They never stand behind their work. All the doctors are inexperienced and very naive. They even turned against us, including our old doctor's best friend, just because we changed doctors. :) Because of this, when we went there, nobody even looked at us. The reason we changed doctors "
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 İMESDENT fairly
İMESDENT is a verified dental clinic in Ümraniye, 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 İMESDENT
Before booking with İMESDENT — 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 İMESDENT, 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.