Taki Dent vs RivaDent Maltepe
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:
- Maltepe
- Address:
- Cevizli, Bağdat Cad. No:543-545, 34846 Maltepe/İstanbul
- Phone:
- 0541 387 17 38
- Website:
- rivadent.com.tr
Side-by-side
| Criterion | Taki Dent ★ RECOMMENDED | RivaDent Maltepe |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Maltepe, 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 RivaDent Maltepe
Patients at RivaDent Maltepe report significant problems with **aftercare and communication**, with one reviewer stating they were "ignored" after a filler fell out despite living in the same building. Another reviewer described the clinic as having an "insensitive communication problem," likening it to "a hardware store." Additionally, there are complaints about **scheduling and wait times**, with a patient noting they were "made to wait half an hour" for a second appointment, undermining the purpose of booking in advance.
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 RivaDent Maltepe 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 RivaDent Maltepe's guarantee terms in writing, including who pays for corrective work and return travel.
Sourced 1–2★ reviews for RivaDent Maltepe (verify each)
★1 BULUT TÜRKOĞLU —
"I had filler injections, and the filler fell out after 4-5 months. I came back and asked for support, even though I live in the same building, but despite all this, I was ignored. I was dissatisfied with both the lack of attention and the procedure itself. I cannot recommend this clinic."
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Leyla —
"We made an appointment with Dr. Sevi at the clinic in Maltepe for my son's aching tooth. We trusted the reviews on social media. An X-ray was taken, and we were told there was an infection and it couldn't be filled. Instead, she filled another tooth from the upper section. Things didn't go as planne"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Alpay Turkoglu —
"The company with this insensitive communication problem is more like a hardware store than a healthcare professional."
Verify on Trustpilot →★2 Sumeyye Y. —
"This is a clinic I was very pleased with when I first visited, but was made to wait half an hour for my second appointment. We schedule our appointments and arrive, so what's the point of making you wait half an hour? If you can't make it and the procedures aren't finished, put time between your pat"
Verify on Trustpilot →★2 Mahir Ekinci —
"We had our 4-year-old son's tooth decay treated under sedation. When we went for a check-up the following week, the doctor showed us a tiny cavity in his lower right molar. She suggested a toothpaste and said that if we brushed it regularly, it wouldn't get worse, and maybe it would even disappear. "
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 RivaDent Maltepe fairly
RivaDent Maltepe is a verified dental clinic in Maltepe, 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 RivaDent Maltepe
Before booking with RivaDent Maltepe — 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 RivaDent Maltepe, 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.