The celebrity smile is something aspired to by many, and there’s just something about a perfect set of pearly whites that exudes charm and confidence whilst instantly commanding respect.
Sadly, though, many of us weren’t as blessed in the dental department as we might like, with overcrowding, staining and misalignment of teeth leaving us feeling less than eager to show off our smiles. But the good news is that in this day and age, it couldn’t be easier to get a stunning set of sparklers, and from crowns or implants to a full set of veneers, the professionals are able to wave their magic wands and give you the smile makeover of your dreams.
Cosmetic dentistry has come on in leaps and bounds in recent years, and along with it, so has luxury health tourism – which means that whilst it’s true that the UK is home to a whole host of excellent cosmetic dentistry clinics if you don’t want to travel too far for treatment, a growing number of us are opting to jet off into the sunshine to undergo the process instead. Turkey has emerged as a top pick and a leading authority when it comes to high-end dental health travel with the term ‘Turkey teeth’ having been coined to describe the perfect set of straight, white teeth patients typically return home with.
As a nation known for its rich culture, warm weather and breath-taking beaches and coastline, it’s easy to see why many would jump at the chance of combining a luxury Turkey holiday with their dental treatment, but it’s not just the allure of a holiday that is convincing large numbers of us to head off abroad in pursuit of the perfect set of Turkey teeth.
The nation prides itself on its provision of superior packages and excellent standards of treatment and service, and while in the UK, patients can find themselves waiting months for a cosmetic dentistry appointment with one of the nation’s top professionals, it’s generally possible to receive treatment in a much more timely manner in Turkey thanks to increased availability.
Add to that the fact that Turkey is world-renowned for its esteemed clinics and is home to some of the very best dental professionals in the world, and it’s easy to see why we’re opting for high-end dental travel to the country. It’s worth bearing in mind that not all dental clinics are created equal, and one that has built itself a particularly glittering reputation for its excellent luxury dental tourism packages, including treatment that is second-to-none, is Dentakay.
The group’s state-of-the-art luxury clinics, located in the vibrant city of Istanbul, have seen a dramatic surge in the number of new bookings over the past two years. This has been spurred on, in part, by the repercussions of the global Covid-19 pandemic, which resulted in widespread cancellations of UK appointments, and a lengthy backlog still to be cleared – but boosted further by increasingly impressive patient feedback and a growing reputation in its field for being the very best.
Its modern and sophisticated clinics exude an instant sense of luxury, whilst Dentakay’s experienced body of staff – which includes world-renowned cosmetic dentists and surgeons – are there to put you immediately at ease. A full range of treatments – from dental implants, crowns and veneers to teeth whitening and orthodontics – is on offer, so whatever issue you’re looking to address, there’s nothing Dentakay can’t help with.
The group provides a seamless service from start to finish, and its dedicated customer care team is on hand before and after treatment to check in with patients and ensure that everything has run smoothly. So, any concerns post treatment, they’ve always got their clients’ backs.
Having initially opened its doors back in 2008 with just 15 patients on its books, the clinic group has gone from strength to strength in the years that have followed, and it now welcomes thousands through its doors each year. Patients come in with a wide range of different dental issues that have knocked their confidence and leave unable to contain their sparkling new smiles – and having seen some of the results ourselves, it’s easy to see why.
In fact, such has been the demand for Dentakay’s expertise over recent years – with several notable clients known to have undergone ‘Turkey teeth’ treatment with the group – that it has since opened several more clinics to ensure it can continue to cater to it, and it is soon set to open a consultation centre in London to make luxury dental tourism to Turkey even more seamless and allow patients to have their consultations in person before they fly.
You might be wondering where the luxury element comes into high-end dental tourism with Dentakay – beyond the world-class treatment and facilities, of course. And the answer is in every aspect of the package – from private luxury transfers between your accommodation in Turkey and nearby Istanbul airport, to a choice of lavish hotel rooms and suites in which to rest and recuperate pre- and post-treatment.
So, while medical tourists can benefit from great prices in Turkey due to the weaker Turkish Lira compared with the British pound, many find they actually get more for their money, with the Dentakay group pulling out all the stops to inject a little opulence into every stage of the experience.
Should you choose to extend your stay in Turkey, then Istanbul – the nation’s cultural hub – is the perfect place in which to immerse yourself in fascinating culture, see some sights and soak up some sunshine during the warmer months. And, of course, you could always round things off by heading over to the coast for some real luxury and relaxation, with daily domestic flights to popular beach resorts like Antalya and Bodrum available from Istanbul Airport.
