Taki Dent vs STR 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:
- Zeytinburnu
- Address:
- Seyitnizam, Mevlana Cd. No:81 D:83G, 34015 Zeytinburnu/İstanbul
- Phone:
- (0212) 222 22 23
- Website:
- strdent.com
Side-by-side
| Criterion | Taki Dent ★ RECOMMENDED | STR DENT |
|---|---|---|
| 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 STR DENT
Reviewers consistently report that the initial online quote is significantly lower than the price demanded upon arrival, with one stating they "invite you with nice prices but ones you are there come with a other story and is 3 times more." Multiple patients also describe unprofessional behaviour, including excessive questioning and collecting "irrelevant information," as well as poor aftercare, with one reviewer noting their complaint about teeth "moving" was met with a lack of resolution after repeated visits.
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 STR 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 STR DENT's guarantee terms in writing, including who pays for corrective work and return travel.
Sourced 1–2★ reviews for STR DENT (verify each)
★1 Vince vinny —
"Warning ! Warning! Don’t go there for your theet ! I went there they invite you with nice prices but ones you are there come with a other story and is 3 times more then the price they give !!! Wanted to pull out 13 theet ! Even backtheet who have no problem !!! Can you imagine??? Then say need to wa"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Omar Khawaja —
"I was extremely disappointed with this clinic. I am from Canada and was in Istanbul on business when I saw their advertisement. I had a small chip on my front metal-porcelain crown and thought I could have it replaced here. I specifically told the doctor that I wanted the same type of crown. He offe"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Oner Yilmaz —
"I made a reservation and went there, but they were extremely unprofessional question asking too many unnecessary questions and trying to collect irrelevant information. I saw this place online, and since it was close to my home, I went. There they asked for my passport or ID information, which I ref"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Victor Zelek —
"Good health to all! I would like to share my impressions of the STR clinic! In October, my friend and I flew to Istanbul, waited 50 minutes for a transfer, then arrived at a 5-star hotel, which in fact turned out to be 3 stars! When we arrived at the clinic the next day after lunch, although we agre"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Mirela Manailescu —
"I went to this hospital 3 times . Again I come with the same dissatisfaction from the clinic. I contacted them in December saying that I have problems and my teeth are moving and need to be treated and they told me that they would call me, I contacted them again in January and they told me to contac"
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 STR DENT fairly
STR DENT 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 STR DENT
Before booking with STR 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 STR 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.