Taki Dent vs Sonodent
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:
- Kadıköy
- Address:
- Bağdat Cd. No:226, Birgen İş Merkezi Kat:4 D:16 Çiftehavuzlar-Caddebostan, Caddebostan, 34728 Kadıköy/İstanbul
- Phone:
- (0216) 348 37 37
- Website:
- sonodent.com.tr
Side-by-side
| Criterion | Taki Dent ★ RECOMMENDED | Sonodent |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Kadıköy, 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 Sonodent
Patients at Sonodent report problems with unexpected, unagreed procedures being performed, such as adding "attachments" made of composite filling material without prior consent. Reviewers also mention being "unfairly charged" inflated prices, specifically an extra 245 TL for an examination, seemingly because they were from England. Additionally, there are complaints about a lack of experience among the clinical staff, with one reviewer noting that "one of the doctors and the nurse need to gain more experience."
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 Sonodent 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 Sonodent's guarantee terms in writing, including who pays for corrective work and return travel.
Sourced 1–2★ reviews for Sonodent (verify each)
★1 aylin şahintürk —
"I applied for aligner treatment, but when I went to pick up the aligners, they added "attachments" made of composite filling material to all my teeth. The sample aligners shown during the initial examination did not have any attachments, and during the document signing process, no explanation was gi"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Ozan Eken —
"I had braces fitted, and after my treatment was complete, fixed braces were placed on the inner sides of my teeth. However, when I closed my jaw, my lower front teeth pressed against the inner sides of my upper front teeth, which was very uncomfortable. Later, Ms. Günseli fitted clear aligners to mo"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Fettullah Cinar —
"I would not recommend this clinic to anyone. Because they knew we were from England, They unfairly charged us 245 TL for the examination. My wife was going to have an implant done. The person who examined her was Mr. Cemil. They said the person who would perform the implant would be Mr. Cem. This se"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Volkan Ç. —
"I went there for a dental check-up, saying let's take care of the urgent teeth first and then we'll see about the rest. A plan was drawn up accordingly. During the cleaning, they said the stains on my teeth weren't just spots, but early signs of decay, so the cleaning was cancelled and one tooth was"
Verify on Trustpilot →★2 Emre Boyacioglu —
"This was my first visit, and they generally showed a good approach; I was lucky to have such a good doctor...but he and the assistant nurse need to gain more experience. One of the doctors and the nurse are currently inexperienced."
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 Sonodent fairly
Sonodent is a verified dental clinic in Kadıköy, 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 Sonodent
Before booking with Sonodent — 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 Sonodent, 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.