Taki Dent vs Koçak 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
- District:
- Çekmeköy
- Address:
- Taşdelen, Sırrı Çelik Blv. No:4/A, 34788 Çekmeköy/İstanbul
- Phone:
- 0552 712 94 94
- Website:
- kocakdent.com
Side-by-side
| Criterion | Taki Dent ★ RECOMMENDED | Koçak Dent |
|---|---|---|
| Editorial review score | 9.8 / 10 | Not published — verify directly |
| Serious 1–2★ Trustpilot reviews | 0 (clean record) | 10 verified 1–2★ reviews |
| Location | Antalya | Çekmeköy, 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 Koçak Dent
Reviewers report that the clinic prioritises profit over patient care, with one stating it is “more about making money than addressing the problem.” Specific recurring issues include the use of “cheap materials” and a refusal to stand behind their work, as one patient had to pay the full price twice after a crown cracked in the same place. Additionally, reviewers cite poor communication, including stalling appointments “week after week” and rude front-of-house staff.
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 Koçak 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 Koçak Dent's guarantee terms in writing, including who pays for corrective work and return travel.
Sourced 1–2★ reviews for Koçak Dent (verify each)
★1 Serkan Tosun —
"I absolutely do not recommend it. I was going to get zirconium veneers for my upper teeth, but they started stalling from my very first appointment. It wasn't just a day or two, they kept it week after week, so I decided against it. They also took the money I paid in advance. They charged 10,000 TL "
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Buket Karanfil —
"I first came here for a toothache. They created a treatment plan that was more about making money than addressing the problem. An X-ray was taken, and they said a tooth on the painful side had decay, a root canal, and if that wasn't possible, they would extract it. Since I wasn't in severe pain, I w"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Ümit Bozacı —
"Stay away. Don't even go near them. They use cheap materials. They don't stand behind their work. They only see it as a money-making scheme."
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Göksu İyidiker —
"This was a clinic we had used many times and were satisfied with the doctors. Today, because of a rude receptionist in front of my 6.5-year-old son, I will never set foot in this clinic again, nor will I recommend it to anyone. She almost physically assaulted us in front of our child… treating a pat"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 YASİN POLAT —
"My son's two front teeth broke 4-5 months ago, they charged 1500 TL, then they cracked again in the same place and they asked for the same amount, which we paid. This is not a good place at all, it's a shame, what kind of business is this? Is it acceptable to repeat a procedure done in 5 months? Is "
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 Koçak Dent fairly
Koçak Dent is a verified dental clinic in Çekmeköy, 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 Koçak Dent
Before booking with Koçak 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 Koçak 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.