The ultimate guide to Fillings in Istanbul

If you’re fed-up of paying through the teeth at home for even basic dental care then start taking advantage of dental tourism on your next holiday. Book a trip for your dental fillings in Istanbul and save yourself some hard-earned cash.

Obviously, it’s not worth arranging a trip abroad just for one dental filling, but there’s no reason why you shouldn’t incorporate general dental care when go on holiday—you’ll be keeping your dental health in check; probably have more time to visit the dentist when you’re on holiday; are likely to feel more relaxed and won’t have to rush back to work afterward! Plus, you will be making savings of around 65%, which is better in your pocket than your dentist’s.

What’s the Cost of Dental Fillings in Istanbul?

The table below shows how much you can save in Istanbul on dental fillings:

Is a Filling a Good Procedure for a Dental Tourist?

Dental fillings make a lot of sense for dental tourists—quick to administer, don’t need any follow-up, and apart from a little numbness in the mouth afterward there’s no downtime, so you’re free to get on with your holiday without any after-effects.

How Long Does a Dental Filling Take?

The filling will only take around an hour—or less in most cases. The procedure involves an injection into the gum around the tooth to numb the area. Once the anaesthetic has taken effect, the dentist removes the decayed areas. Your dentist will then clean the resulting cavity and prepare the filling, which is placed in the cavity and left for a few minutes to set. Once set, it will be filed and shaped and you may be asked to bite down on some paper, which will help the dentist determine the proper fit, or “bite.” If so, the dentist will continue filing and shaping until you are both happy with it.

Are the Dentists in Istanbul Reliable?

You can generally rely on the quality of dentists in Turkey, particularly those who treat international patient, as the best tend to have excellent credentials and skills. Dental tourism is well-established in the city, with dozens of excellent quality clinics throughout the area offering good-quality services.

The best facilities are state-of-the-art and equipped with the latest diagnostic and therapeutic technologies, including CAD/CAM (computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacture) for same-day prosthodontics (crowns, veneers etc.) and digital 3D imaging. Most clinics catering to international patients are in highly-accessible locations so you need not venture off-the-beaten-track to get there.

Even though dental services offered to international patients are generally of a high standard, it does pay to do your own research and find a trustworthy dentist. This is where Dental Departures comes in: our partner clinics all have excellent credentials which have been verified by our staff. We run legal/criminal background checks as well as confirm dentist qualifications and professional memberships. Our listings also include patient reviews, clinic photos, prices and maps—giving you all the information you need to make an informed choice. Take a look at some of our top-rated clinics in Istanbul for your dental fillings:

• Istanbul Dental Clinic
• Uzmanlar Oral and Dental Health Clinic Istanbul Turkey
• Dentakademi Dental Healthcare Center

Will I Be Able to Get White Fillings Rather than Metal?

Absolutely. The same materials available at home are used by dentists in Istanbul. Metal, composite or porcelain—the choice of material for your filling in Istanbul is entirely yours.

Is Istanbul Safe for Dental Tourists?

Istanbul is no less safe than any other major city in the world these days. While Turkey has received a good deal of recent exposure regarding terrorism, nearly all the activity is near the Syrian border, far from main cities and our listed dental clinics. In the world we are living in nowhere is safe from random attacks and the chance of being caught up in them is still relatively small. In the UK, where terrorism has been a threat for decades, the chance of being the casualty of a terrorist attack is around one in a million. Compare that with the chance of being killed in a car crash at one in 200 and you can see that it’s not something to be overly concerned with.

As with any unfamiliar city, you’ll be fine is you stick to busy, tourist areas and be on your guard for petty criminals, such as pickpockets, who make light work of relieving distracted holidaymakers of their wallets and purses.

Why Else Should I Head to Istanbul?

Istanbul is like visiting several cities in one. The European side on the west of the Bosphorus strait is more touristy, and the major landmarks are on this side. However, the Asian side is just as interesting and has many attractions of its own—particularly its trendy neighbourhoods where boutique shopping, great restaurants and quirky hotels offer a more laid back and trendy vibe than the west side.

How Do I Get Started?

Book an appointment online, or get in touch with our Customer Care Team if you’ve any questions about getting your dental fillings in Istanbul.