Why International Patients Choose Dentaliva

The multidisciplinary team covers implants and full-arch solutions, cosmetic smile design including veneers and crowns, orthodontics, endodontics, periodontics, pediatric care and oral and maxillofacial surgery, built around clear communication and efficient timelines for visitors.

Highlights at a Glance

• Established clinic: Serving local and international patients since 2012.
• Broad specialty coverage: Implants, prosthetics, oral surgery, orthodontics and endodontics.
• Full-arch restorations: Fixed bridges on 4–6 implants are routinely planned.
• Convenient hours: Long opening hours at the Başakşehir branch, including daily service and extended evenings.
• Easy airport access: Convenient from Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gökçen Airport, with a rideshare-friendly neighborhood.

Dental Team

• Dt. Ömer Faruk Tanı: Aesthetic and prosthetic dentist with an interest in traditional and hybrid prosthetic treatments.
• Dr. Dt. M. Cihan Babuccu: Oral and maxillofacial surgeon focusing on dental implants, management of odontogenic infections and laser-assisted oral surgery.
• Dr. Dt. İbrahim Talha Meşe: Prosthetic dentist with an interest in zirconia devices, laminate veneers, implant-retained prostheses such as full-arch fixed bridges and esthetic fillings. He has advanced academic training and professional memberships, including ITI, EuroPerio, ADAA and domestic bodies such as ICD and TDA.

Tip: Share recent x-rays or CBCT scans through Dental Departures so the team can pre-plan your visit and timeline, including provisionals, final restorations and lab days.

Services Popular with Travelers

• Implantology: Single implants, All-on-X full-arch bridges, sinus lifts and bone grafts.
• Cosmetic and prosthetic dentistry: Porcelain or zirconia veneers, zirconia crowns, full ceramic crowns, PFM crowns, inlays, onlays, laser whitening and take-home whitening.
• Endodontics: Root canal therapy with post/core and restoration as indicated.
• Orthodontics: Invisalign®, fixed braces and retention plans.
• Oral surgery and periodontics: Extractions and tissue recontouring, including gingivectomy and gingivoplasty.
• Pediatric dentistry: Primary-tooth care, sealants and space maintenance.

Location & Getting There

Dentaliva sits in Başakşehir, a modern district northwest of central Istanbul.

• From Istanbul Airport: Around 30–60 minutes by licensed taxi, depending on traffic.
• From Sabiha Gökçen Airport: Around 50–80 minutes by taxi across the city.
• Transit: M9 Metro lines serving Başakşehir and local buses connect the district. Many visitors combine metro travel with a short taxi ride.
• Ride-hailing: BiTaksi and Uber, which operates via licensed taxis in Türkiye, are commonly used.

What to Expect on Your Visit

Most guests begin with a consultation, photos or 3D imaging as needed and a written treatment plan.

For lab-based work, such as zirconia crowns or porcelain veneers, allow around 3–5 days. Full-arch cases typically involve implant placement with same-week provisional bridges and a planned return for final restorations after healing.

The clinic uses strict sterilization protocols and single-use disposables.

Travel-Time Snapshot to Istanbul

• London to Istanbul: Around 3 hours 55 minutes nonstop.
• Berlin to Istanbul: Around 2 hours 45 minutes nonstop.
• Paris to Istanbul: Around 3 hours 20 minutes nonstop.
• Dubai to Istanbul: Around 4 hours 30 minutes nonstop.
• Riyadh to Istanbul: Around 3 hours 45 minutes nonstop.
• New York JFK to Istanbul: Around 9 hours 30 minutes nonstop.
• Chicago ORD to Istanbul: Around 10 hours 30 minutes nonstop.
• Toronto YYZ to Istanbul: Around 9 hours 45 minutes, seasonal.

Times vary by season, routing and airline. Verify your itinerary before booking travel.

FAQs

1. What languages are spoken at Dentaliva?

Short answer: Turkish is spoken, and English support is commonly available. Confirm before you book.

More detail: The clinic treats international patients regularly. Ask Dental Departures to confirm in-clinic English assistance and interpreter availability if needed.

2. Do they provide warranties or guarantees?

Short answer: Yes. Written guarantees are typically offered, with terms varying by procedure.

More detail: Request the clinic’s written policy for implants, crowns or veneers, including the coverage period, maintenance requirements and exclusions, with your treatment plan.

3. Where exactly is the clinic and how do I reach it?

Short answer: Dentaliva is in Başakşehir on Istanbul’s European side, reachable by taxi or metro plus taxi.

More detail: From Istanbul Airport, taxi is the simplest option and usually takes around 30–60 minutes. From Sabiha Gökçen Airport, plan extra time, around 50–80 minutes. For public transport, use the M9 Metro toward Başakşehir and transfer to a short taxi. Rideshares such as BiTaksi and Uber are widely used.

4. What payment types are accepted?

Short answer: Typically cash and major cards are accepted. Verify in advance.

More detail: Ask Dental Departures to confirm Visa and Mastercard acceptance, any currency preferences such as TRY, USD or EUR, and whether bank transfer is available for larger treatment plans.

5. Can I get All-on-4 or All-on-6 full-arch treatment here?

Short answer: Yes. This is a core service at Dentaliva.

More detail: After clinical evaluation and imaging, your dentist will confirm the number and position of implants, immediate provisional options and timing for the definitive bridge.

6. How long do crowns or veneers take?

Short answer: Usually around 3–5 days for lab fabrication.

More detail: Complex esthetic cases may include try-ins for shape and shade, so allow a small buffer before your outbound flight.

7. Do they offer laser teeth whitening?

Short answer: Yes. In-clinic laser whitening and take-home kits are available.

More detail: Your dentist will recommend the approach based on enamel sensitivity and your target shade.