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Dr. Halil Nihat Kara

Istanbul, Turkey

4.9 out of 5, from 88 aggregated reviews

Dr. Halil Nihat Kara is a highly experienced dental specialist in Kadıköy, Istanbul, Turkey, with over 26 years of practice and more than 10,000 dental implants placed. Operating u...

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Asima Abaeva via Google 1.0 out of 5
#Implantdentaireturquie I would like to share my experience to warn others about the treatment I received from Dr. Halil Nihat Kara I had 4 dental implants placed and zirconia crowns installed on all my teeth in 2024. After few months, I returned to Istanbul to have crowns placed on the 4 implants. However, within just six months, a bridge of 4 crowns supported by 2 implants cracked. I had to fly…
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fly back to Turkey again, where the doctor removed the damaged crowns and placed an additional implant. Now I am being told that I will need to return again in six months. All this time I cannot smile, laugh, even speak due to absence of teeth. I live and work in the United States, and all travel expenses—including flights, airport transfers, hotel stays, and food—are paid out of my own pocket. In addition, I have to take unpaid time off work for each trip. When I raised concerns, the doctor simply said, “it happens.” Meanwhile, the crowns on my other teeth are now chipping as well. At this point, I am afraid to return. I have asked for a refund for the remaining 5 crowns so I can seek treatment from another dentist, as I no longer trust this doctor. Instead of addressing my concerns professionally, the assistant/translator told me to “think positively,” suggesting that otherwise I might bring even worse consequences upon myself. This is highly unprofessional. Based on my experience, I strongly advise others to be cautious and think carefully before choosing this provider.

Coach Moki via Google 5.0 out of 5
First of all, I want to mention that after several years of searching and making contacts, I was finally able to find Dr. Kara's practice, which answered all my questions and met all my requirements. The work is remarkable, the team is attentive, and the follow-up is professional. The results are immediate; the implants are original implants, and for any questions, you have Rassim, Dr. Kara, and…
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nd his team available to reassure you through WhatsApp photos and phone calls. Honestly, an unforgettable experience... Dr. Kara's office is the ideal place to have your teeth redone and be created. Of course, you will find several offices that seem the same. But we always create a draft before the final product, and Dr. Kara's office is THE masterpiece. I searched for several years to be sure, and through my contacts, I found Dr. Kara and his team. Rassim is there to answer all your questions, and the follow-up is remarkable, both in person and remotely.

Сергей Ящук via Google 1.0 out of 5
In January 2024, I went to this clinic and, frankly, I deeply regretted it! I had 15 zirconium dioxide crowns placed. On the first day, they ground down healthy teeth without pulpitis, then asked for a full prepayment. This request greatly confused me, and we agreed to pay part of the cost and the rest at the end of the service. Upon returning home three days later, the bridge on the right side…
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broke. A couple of days later, aching pain began in the areas where the crowns were placed. Seven months have passed, and the pain in my teeth under the crowns still bothers me, along with numbness in my lower jaw. I do not recommend this clinic or Dr. Hali Kara; I got the impression that they were trying to make an easy buck by providing poor service.

Moustapha Hamidou via Google 5.0 out of 5
This doctor is a genius; he can give anyone a beautiful smile! A humble and wise man, he has a solution for everything—the best dentist I've ever known 💔 …
NATHALIE VAIZAN via Google 5.0 out of 5
I had six implants placed in France because my health insurance covered them. However, there was no reimbursement for the full prosthesis. So I got a quote in France for €6,800 and another in Turkey for €2,800. My husband had already been to Dr. Kara and was very satisfied, so I went to Turkey and I must say that I am delighted, both professionally and personally. A big thank you to the whole…
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Fadoua Nekacha via Google 5.0 out of 5
The staff were very attentive and professional; I recommend them to all my friends and family for any type of dental care.

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Clinic
Dr. Halil Nihat Kara
Location
Merdivenköy mah Fahrettin Kerim Gökay caddesi Emin Sağlam apt no 227 kat 1 daire 3, Istanbul, Turkey
Patient rating
4.9 out of 5, from 88 aggregated reviews
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Dr. Halil Nihat Kara is a dental clinic located in Kadıköy, Istanbul, Turkey. Dr. Kara graduated from the Faculty of Dentistry at Marmara University in 1998 and founded his own practice in 2008 following eight years of specialist clinical experience. With more than 26 years in practice and over 10,000 dental implants placed, Dr. Kara is one of Istanbul's most experienced implantologists.

The clinic operates under two internationally recognized brands: Smiley Dent and Implant Dentaire Turquie. Both clinics are led personally by Dr. Kara and focus on dental implants in Istanbul, cosmetic dentistry, and prosthodontic reconstruction. Implant treatments at the clinic use Straumann and Nobel Biocare systems, which are among the world's most trusted implant brands. The clinic holds a 4.9-star rating on Google and Booking.dentist.

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Dr. Kara has treated patients from 56 countries, establishing a strong international patient base. The clinic's multilingual team communicates fluently in English, French, Arabic, Turkish, and Russian. Patient Relations Manager Rasim coordinates all international treatment arrangements, from initial consultation through airport transfers and accommodation logistics.

The clinic provides free accommodation for patients requiring extensive dental work, making it particularly suitable for full-mouth reconstruction cases. Short recovery times and highly personalized treatment plans are consistently highlighted in patient reviews. Reviewers across Wupdoc, EPCY, and Booking.dentist describe outstanding clinical outcomes and exceptional patient care from arrival to discharge.

Dr. Kara's surgical expertise covers All-on-4 implant restorations, sinus lifts, bone grafting, and complex implant-supported full-arch rehabilitations. The Kadıköy clinic is equipped with modern digital imaging, CBCT scanning, and CAD/CAM technology to support precision implant planning and placement. Aesthetic dentistry services include zirconia crowns, porcelain veneers, and smile makeovers.

Kadıköy is one of Istanbul's most vibrant districts on the Asian side of the city, easily accessible from European-side accommodation via ferry. The area offers excellent dining, cultural attractions, and accommodation options, making it a pleasant destination for dental tourists combining treatment with travel.

Dr. Halil Nihat Kara's clinic is an exceptional choice for patients seeking dental implants in Istanbul with a surgeon who has placed over 10,000 implants using world-class Straumann and Nobel Biocare systems. The clinic's 4.9-star rating, free patient accommodation, and multilingual coordination make it one of Istanbul's most patient-friendly specialist implant practices.

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