Taki Dent vs Merkez Diş
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:
- Sancaktepe
- Address:
- Eyüp Sultan, Cami Sk. No:3A/1, 34885 Sancaktepe/İstanbul
- Phone:
- 0553 934 75 50
- Website:
- merkezdent.com
Side-by-side
| Criterion | Taki Dent ★ RECOMMENDED | Merkez Diş |
|---|---|---|
| Editorial review score | 9.8 / 10 | Not published — verify directly |
| Serious 1–2★ Trustpilot reviews | 0 (clean record) | 6 verified 1–2★ reviews |
| Location | Antalya | Sancaktepe, 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 Merkez Diş
Patients at Merkez Diş report that dental work fails almost immediately, with one reviewer noting that fillings "fell out before I even got home." Reviewers also describe a complete lack of aftercare, stating that "patient follow-up is zero" and that they had to constantly chase the clinic for appointments. Furthermore, patients complain of feeling "humiliated" and that implants and other procedures break or fail shortly after treatment.
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 Merkez Diş 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 Merkez Diş's guarantee terms in writing, including who pays for corrective work and return travel.
Sourced 1–2★ reviews for Merkez Diş (verify each)
★1 tuğba ekici —
"I went for my daughter's dental treatment; they had fillings done on two teeth. One fell out before I even got home, and the second one did the same. I told them repeatedly that she was in a lot of pain and the pain never went away. The filling on the other tooth they did also fell out. Now she's re"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Burcu Xxx —
"I went 4 months ago. One molar was extracted; it wasn't impacted, so there was no problem. Then I went to have another tooth extracted. It was a molar that wasn't impacted. The female dentist tried very hard but couldn't do it. She said, "Come back tomorrow and we'll try again." I refused and asked "
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Gazal Gedik —
"If you don't want to be humiliated with your own money, absolutely don't even go near that place. I went for zirconium veneers, and they said they would extract three of my front teeth. I said okay, but while extracting one, they broke it, leaving the root intact, and didn't say anything. They just "
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Ad —
"If you want to waste your money and be humiliated, you can go there. Patient follow-up is zero; you have to constantly call to schedule an appointment. Two implants were done in 8 months, one broke immediately, and I chased after them to get it fixed. They finally fixed it with great difficulty, and"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 İlker Beykoz —
"I had a wisdom tooth extracted, and it didn't heal for two weeks. They caused problems with my appointments for two fillings and a cleaning. We waited a week for Dr. Leyla, but even though I informed them an hour beforehand, they couldn't put me in the queue because I was late. It's a shame I waited"
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 Merkez Diş fairly
Merkez Diş is a verified dental clinic in Sancaktepe, 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 Merkez Diş
Before booking with Merkez Diş — 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 Merkez Diş, 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.