Taki Dent vs SaphireDent
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:
- PROF.DR, Sümer, Prof. Dr. Turan Güneş Cd. THE İST.V.EFENDİ SİT G1 N:57AG, 34025 Zeytinburnu/İstanbul
- Phone:
- 0552 700 03 80
- Website:
- saphiredent.com
Side-by-side
| Criterion | Taki Dent ★ RECOMMENDED | SaphireDent |
|---|---|---|
| Editorial review score | 9.8 / 10 | Not published — verify directly |
| Serious 1–2★ Trustpilot reviews | 0 (clean record) | 20 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 SaphireDent
Patients at SaphireDent report that treatment is performed "far too quickly," which they feel compromises quality and leads to unsatisfactory results. Multiple reviewers also describe experiencing significant pain after their procedures, with one noting that both they and their husband suffered from this issue following treatment for sensitive teeth and dental implants. Additionally, the clinic's phone number has been flagged for intrusive cold-calling, which one reviewer described as "completely unacceptable."
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 SaphireDent 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 SaphireDent's guarantee terms in writing, including who pays for corrective work and return travel.
Sourced 1–2★ reviews for SaphireDent (verify each)
★1 Lidia —
"I am very disappointed with my experience at this dental clinic. The work was done far too quickly, which clearly affected the quality. The results were not satisfactory, and it felt like there was little attention to detail. What was even more frustrating is that when I raised concerns, the clinic "
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Ersin Uluk —
"I received a spam call today from this company’s phone number. Cold-calling people across the world to push phone services is intrusive and completely unacceptable. This number is widely flagged as spam, which says a lot about their business practices. The company’s management should be ashamed of a"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Aqlima Wahabz —
"In January 2025, my husband and I visited this dental clinic. I came for treatment of sensitive and chipped teeth, and my husband for dental implants. After the treatment, both of us experienced pain, discomfort, and new dental problems. In particular, I, who had no prior dental issues, am now expe"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Ola Szymańska —
"Edit. Your comment contains multiple false statements and violates both professional ethics and patient confidentiality. 1️⃣ I never “requested” AISER implants. I was promised certified Swiss-made implants and never consented to a product with no manufacturer traceability or CE documentation. 2️⃣ "
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Mike T —
"ZERO STARS! STAY AWAY! HORRIBLE CLINIC! While I was in the U.S, I contacted this center, where an agent named Ziad responded. His only concern was convincing me to travel there so they could get my money. After arriving, I quickly realized they operate more like a fraudulent network than a professi"
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 SaphireDent fairly
SaphireDent 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 SaphireDent
Before booking with SaphireDent — 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 SaphireDent, 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.