Taki Dent vs Smile Holiday
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:
- Fethiye
- Address:
- Tuzla, Mustafa Kemal Blv. No:34, 48300 Fethiye/Muğla
- Phone:
- 0501 344 88 44
- Website:
- smileandholiday.com
Side-by-side
| Criterion | Taki Dent ★ RECOMMENDED | Smile Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Fethiye, Muğla |
| 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 Smile Holiday
Patients at Smile Holiday report that advertised discounts, such as a "50%" off teeth whitening offer, are not honoured upon arrival, with one reviewer stating the procedure was "absolutely бесполезная" (useless). Reviewers also describe significant appointment mismanagement, including arriving for a pre-booked slot to find "no one attended to us" and an empty reception desk. Furthermore, there are complaints about the final price differing from the quote given over the phone, with staff allegedly insisting on a higher charge after the patient arrived.
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 Smile Holiday 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 Smile Holiday's guarantee terms in writing, including who pays for corrective work and return travel.
Sourced 1–2★ reviews for Smile Holiday (verify each)
★1 Fair Guest —
"в сети гуляет реклама якобы на отбеливание со скидкой 50%, не ведитесь, во первых нет той скидки, во вторых процедура абсолютно бесполезная. Teeth whitening gave nothing, i don’t smoke, not coffeeholic, i don’t have absolute yellow teeth, but still wanted to get them whiter as they show here in ph"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Tuba —
"Hello, I would like to share my experience with tooth extractions and 12 implant treatments that I underwent approximately 2 months ago. Digital anesthesia helps you overcome your fear of needles and prevents pain. Experienced and knowledgeable physician Dr. Mustafa completed both my tooth extracti"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 S. Ü. —
"We made an appointment for composite aesthetics over the phone. Everything was discussed positively, they said it would happen, and the price was reasonable over the phone. When we arrived, they insisted on getting veneers. Then they said "think about it," but when we insisted on composites, they pr"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Ömer Altun —
"It was a complete disaster. I made an appointment three days in advance for September 25, 2023, at 11:00 AM. On the day of my appointment, I called the clinic again at 10:00 AM to say I was coming, and they said there was no problem. I arrived at the clinic at 10:45 AM, and there was no one at the r"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Serpil ALTUN —
"Although we had an appointment for my wife three days in advance, when we arrived at the scheduled time, no one attended to us. After waiting for 20 minutes in front of an empty reception desk with no one coming, we learned that we shouldn't even go near this place, let alone receive treatment there"
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 Smile Holiday fairly
Smile Holiday is a verified dental clinic in Fethiye, Muğla, 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 Smile Holiday
Before booking with Smile Holiday — 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 Smile Holiday, 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.