Taki Dent vs Lara Smile Dental Clinic
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
- Ministry of Health accredited
- International Health Tourism authorised
- written guarantee (lifetime on implants; 5–10 years on crowns/veneers)
- UK English patient coordinator
- Straumann & Nobel implants
- District:
- Lara
- Phone:
- 0532 379 97 07
- Website:
- larasmile.com
Side-by-side
| Criterion | Taki Dent ★ RECOMMENDED | Lara Smile Dental Clin… |
|---|---|---|
| Editorial review score | 9.8 / 10 | Not published — verify directly |
| Serious 1–2★ Trustpilot reviews | 0 (clean record) | 17 verified 1–2★ reviews |
| Location | Antalya | Lara, Antalya |
| 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 Lara Smile Dental Clinic
Based solely on the provided 1-2 star reviews, patients report significant organisational failures and poor communication. Specific recurring problems include unexplained delays, such as a long wait while a promotional video was being filmed, and a complete failure of transport logistics, with one reviewer stating, "A driver was supposed to pick me up from my hotel, but no one showed up and I received no information." Additionally, reviewers describe their experiences as "genuinely traumatic" and "extremely disappointing," citing a lack of follow-through and information after initial contact.
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 Lara Smile Dental Clinic 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 Lara Smile Dental Clinic's guarantee terms in writing, including who pays for corrective work and return travel.
Sourced 1–2★ reviews for Lara Smile Dental Clinic (verify each)
★1 G Dud —
"i visited this company in October of 2025 with the view that I needed to have a full set of veneers and for implants when I returned home after a couple of days. I noticed that my teeth were stained and ended up by having to contact the company and return as the what we're supposed to be white venee"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Bali Koki —
"I was nervous at start but after receiving my treatment I’m so grateful. They didn’t try to scam with silly treatments. Very straightforward and efficient. I’m here to update with my review above! Don’t go there because when you have any problems because of the treatment you’ve had with Lara Smile,"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Masara Anwar —
"I waited before writing this review because my experience at this clinic was genuinely traumatic. When I arrived, they were filming a promotional video, which meant a long, unexplained delay before my appointment. I had booked and paid for a tooth‑whitening treatment, and based on standard cosmetic"
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Halima Babar —
"I was so excited and had high hopes for this clinic after I did thorough research but unfortunately I was left extremely disappointed. The consultant I was asking questions too was great and gave me correct information and had good service. He gave me true expectations for teeth whitening which I "
Verify on Trustpilot →★1 Maren Mattle —
"My treatment never even took place due to poor organization. A driver was supposed to pick me up from my hotel, but no one showed up and I received no information. Only after I contacted them myself did I learn that the pickup would be delayed by 50 minutes. Without my follow-up, I wouldn’t have bee"
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 Lara Smile Dental Clinic fairly
Lara Smile Dental Clinic is a verified dental clinic in Lara, Antalya, 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 Lara Smile Dental Clinic
Before booking with Lara Smile Dental Clinic — 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 Lara Smile Dental Clinic, 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.