Taki Dent vs MedipiaDent
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:
- Zeytinburnu
- Address:
- Maltepe, Teyyareci Sami Sk. No:2H, 34025 Zeytinburnu/İstanbul
- Phone:
- 0554 899 32 32
- Website:
- medipiadent.com
Side-by-side
| Criterion | Taki Dent ★ RECOMMENDED | MedipiaDent |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Zeytinburnu, 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 MedipiaDent
Based on the reviews, patients report that procedures are performed without adequate anaesthetic, with one reviewer stating the dentist "performed the procedure without numbing my tooth" despite knowing of their phobia. Other specific problems include damage to adjacent teeth during treatment, with one reviewer noting a doctor "damaged the tooth next to it during the filling," and a general atmosphere of intimidation, where the "staff acted like they were going to beat you up."
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 MedipiaDent 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 MedipiaDent's guarantee terms in writing, including who pays for corrective work and return travel.
Sourced 1–2★ reviews for MedipiaDent (verify each)
★1 FZT. ÖZNUR ÖZGE ÇAKIR —
"I wouldn't recommend this place to someone with a dental phobia; it will only add to your trauma 😢 Even though he knew I had a phobia, he performed the procedure without numbing my tooth. He said he wouldn't do it if it was too heavy, he tricked me. Even though it hurt a lot, he continued, saying t"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Nazlı Gül —
"Hello, I had a cosmetic filling done on my front tooth. The doctor who performed the procedure, Rumeysa Altınsoy, damaged the tooth next to it during the filling. They tried to repair the damage with a new filling, but it fell out after 4 days. They said they would do another filling, this time usin"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Kutay Asparuk —
"A month ago, I came here for teeth cleaning and whitening because it's close to my home. I wish I hadn't. I was in incredible pain while my teeth were being cleaned, and I felt something was wrong. But the dentist told me it was "because they got into the spaces between my teeth." During the teeth w"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Berke Akın —
"I've never seen such a terrible place. The staff acted like they were going to beat you up; I honestly hesitated to ask any questions. I hope you improve soon. I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone."
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Hatice Kalabalık —
"Terrible, a very bad place, zero cleanliness, zero customer service, it's a waste of your money, don't go there, you'll also jeopardize your health."
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 MedipiaDent fairly
MedipiaDent is a verified dental clinic in Zeytinburnu, 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 MedipiaDent
Before booking with MedipiaDent — 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 MedipiaDent, 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.