Taki Dent vs Smyrna Dent
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:
- Bayraklı
- Address:
- Mansuroğlu, 283/14. Sk., 35535 Bayraklı/İzmir
- Phone:
- 0538 083 38 99
- Website:
- smyrnadent.com
Side-by-side
| Criterion | Taki Dent ★ RECOMMENDED | Smyrna Dent |
|---|---|---|
| Editorial review score | 9.8 / 10 | Not published — verify directly |
| Serious 1–2★ Trustpilot reviews | 0 (clean record) | 18 verified 1–2★ reviews |
| Location | Antalya | Bayraklı, İzmir |
| 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 Smyrna Dent
Patients report that the clinic’s final charges exceed the initial quote, with one reviewer stating they paid “£1000 more than my ‘worst case scenario’ quote.” Reviewers also describe a bait-and-switch regarding materials, claiming the clinic promised “E-Max” but delivered “zirconia” instead, and that healthy teeth were “cut away in an instant.” Additionally, multiple reviewers complain about the rude and unprofessional attitude of the reception staff, noting the clinic has “taken no action” despite negative feedback.
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 Smyrna Dent 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 Smyrna Dent's guarantee terms in writing, including who pays for corrective work and return travel.
Sourced 1–2★ reviews for Smyrna Dent (verify each)
★1 Diane Hodge —
"This dental team have destroyed my mouth they gave did 8 NTA IMPLANTS 24 ceramic teeth,though I paid the £1000 more than my "worst case senario" quote priced for zirconium teeth. 16 out of 24 teeth have broken, I had to return 1 month after they fitted the permanent teeth as they broke. Dt Duran sai"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Eylül Buğday —
"A clinic lacking professional ethics cut away 8 healthy teeth in an instant. They said they would do E-Max, but it turned out they were going to do zirconia on my teeth. They reduced my teeth so much that I've been to 16 clinics and now no one is doing E-Max. I asked why they reduced my teeth so muc"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Burak Kekeç —
"Despite numerous negative reviews about the person working at the entrance, this clinic has taken no action and continues to operate with the same attitude."
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Ecem Yılmaz —
"I went to this clinic on a recommendation, but I encountered a very unpleasant situation. First of all, the woman at the entrance had a very unpleasant demeanor; she wasn't friendly at all, and instead spoke in a way that sounded like she was going to hit me. Furthermore, from what I observed, they "
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Kaan Can Mete —
"We had a dental appointment for Ömer Hamza Mete on October 20, 2020 at 10:30 AM. We checked in at 10:15 AM. We waited until 10:40 AM and then cancelled the appointment. They sent three messages before the appointment date, reminding us of the appointment time, but they didn't keep their own. No "
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 Smyrna Dent fairly
Smyrna Dent is a verified dental clinic in Bayraklı, İzmir, 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 Smyrna Dent
Before booking with Smyrna Dent — 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 Smyrna Dent, 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.