Taki Dent vs Smilegroup
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:
- Şişli
- Address:
- 19 Mayıs, Büyükdere Cd. No:14/17, 34360 Şişli/İstanbul
- Phone:
- (0212) 296 23 74
- Website:
- smilegroup.com.tr
Side-by-side
| Criterion | Taki Dent ★ RECOMMENDED | Smilegroup |
|---|---|---|
| Editorial review score | 9.8 / 10 | Not published — verify directly |
| Serious 1–2★ Trustpilot reviews | 0 (clean record) | 7 verified 1–2★ reviews |
| Location | Antalya | Şişli, 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 Smilegroup
Patients at Smilegroup report that treatment feels rushed and impersonal, with one reviewer noting they were "in a rush to get us out" after paying for a brief cleaning. Several reviewers specifically criticise Dr. Yasin Gökçegozoglu, with one stating their "veneers were not made with the material I requested" and another reporting that a different doctor performed their treatment despite an appointment with Dr. Yasin. Additionally, reviewers describe serious post-treatment failures, including teeth "falling out again very shortly" and unresolved toothache, with one reviewer alleging the dentist dismissed their concerns about "temporary crowns or missing veneers."
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 Smilegroup 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 Smilegroup's guarantee terms in writing, including who pays for corrective work and return travel.
Sourced 1–2★ reviews for Smilegroup (verify each)
★1 Haqib Iqbal —
"Paid 3000 lire for a 5 mins clean - they were too busy - had us waiting - seemed as though they were in a rush to get us out - have paid less in the past for a much better service - would not recommend"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Lala Khalilova —
"I underwent smile design treatment by Yasin Gökçegozoglu, and the result was a disappointment. The veneers were not made with the material I requested, and my teeth started falling out again very shortly after the treatment. Furthermore, they used a monolithic and substandard product for the veneers"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Kurt O —
"Yasin B, I've been experiencing toothache for three weeks. I came to you, and you told me there were no problems with my temporary crowns or missing veneers. After I described the source of the pain, you advised me to take antibiotics, knowing they wouldn't improve. My neighbor, a dentist in Nişanta"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Buket Ağca —
"Hello, I intentionally gave one star so that this review would be seen. First of all, yes, we were satisfied; the care and attention were excellent, the clinic was spotless, there were no problems at all. However, when we went to the cashier to pay, we encountered something unpleasant. A root canal"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Atakan Açıkgöz —
"Thank you, even if the appointment is for a later date, I'd say wait if it's not an emergency, they're very good. Edit: I had an appointment with Dr. Yasin, but another doctor filled my broken tooth without saying anything, probably a newly graduated doctor, they couldn't even fit dental floss betw"
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 Smilegroup fairly
Smilegroup is a verified dental clinic in Şişli, 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 Smilegroup
Before booking with Smilegroup — 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 Smilegroup, 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.