Four hours from Dublin. A written, itemised plan within 24 hours, so you can compare it with your Irish quote before you book.
- Flight: about 4 hours direct from Dublin (Cork and Belfast with one connection)
- Plan: free and in writing within 24 hours of your photos or X-ray
- Price: a clear treatment plan and personal price before you travel
- Arrival: VIP airport transfer included
Why Irish patients choose Istanbul
Public dental cover in Ireland is limited: the medical-card scheme and PRSI dental benefit cover basic care, not implants or cosmetic work. If you are considering larger treatment, the most important step is a written plan you can compare like with like.
At Dent Health you receive a clear treatment plan and personal price before you travel, with every tooth, material and implant system named in writing. Irish patients often tell us they expect a conservative approach — so do we. If you asked about four veneers, we will not quietly plan ten.
Ireland and Istanbul side by side
| Irish private | Dent Health Istanbul | |
|---|---|---|
| Public cover | basic care only (medical card / PRSI) | not applicable — one written plan and personal price |
| Materials named in writing | varies by practice | every tooth, material and implant system listed |
| Guarantee | varies by practice | Crowns, bridges, veneers and Lumineers: 10 years Implants: 5 + 5 years Composite bonding: not covered |
| Number of visits | usually several appointments over weeks | veneers and crowns: usually one stay · implants: usually two trips |
| Time needed | depends on the practice’s diary | veneers and crowns: about 5–7 days in Istanbul · implants: a short first visit, final teeth a few months later |
| Records for home | — | X-rays, materials list, implant card and itemised invoice in English |
Send us your Irish quote and we will show you the equivalent plan, tooth by tooth.
How it works
- Send photos or an X-ray on WhatsApp — an OPG from your Irish dentist is ideal.
- Receive your written plan within 24 hours: every tooth, material, implant system, visits and days needed.
- Book your dates. Veneers and crowns: usually one stay of five to seven days. Implants: usually a short first trip and a second visit a few months later.
- Arrive in Istanbul. Our driver meets you at the airport; treatment takes place at our clinic in Nişantaşı.
- Fly home with your records and guarantee documents.
Treatments Irish patients ask about most
- Single dental implant
- All-on-4 / All-on-6
- Veneers & Lumineers
- Hollywood Smile
- Dental crowns
- Clear aligners
Your guarantee, in plain words
Your guarantee is written into your treatment plan before you travel, so you know what is covered before you book.
The periods for each treatment are listed in the table above. Composite bonding is not covered, because composite wears and stains over time and needs regular maintenance.
The conditions are simple and also listed in your plan: regular check-ups, good home care and a night guard if we recommend one.
Travel and your stay in Istanbul
Direct flights from Dublin take about four hours; from Cork or Belfast most patients fly with one connection. Our driver meets you at Istanbul Airport and takes you to your hotel, and we can help you choose accommodation near the clinic.
Treatment takes place at our clinic in Nişantaşı, a central district with hotels, restaurants and shops within walking distance. Most patients have free time between appointments. Bring your passport, any recent X-rays and a list of the medicines you take.
Tax relief and paperwork
Some Irish patients check whether non-routine dental treatment qualifies for tax relief under Revenue’s Med 2 scheme. We provide an itemised invoice and treatment records in English; please confirm your eligibility with Revenue before you rely on it.
Aftercare once you are back in Ireland
Keep your Irish dentist for routine check-ups and hygiene; most are happy to see patients who had work done abroad when the records are complete. If something needs attention, send us photos first. Your plan states what the guarantee covers and when a return visit is included. Full guide: what Irish patients should know before dental work in Turkey.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Ireland to Istanbul?
About four hours direct from Dublin. From Cork or Belfast most patients fly with one connection. Your treatment dates are fixed in your plan before you book.
How can I compare your plan with my Irish quote?
Send us your Irish quote together with your photos or X-ray. You receive a clear treatment plan and personal price before you travel, tooth by tooth, so you can compare the same treatments and materials.
Can I claim tax relief on treatment in Turkey?
Some patients claim relief for non-routine dental work under the Med 2 scheme. Eligibility is decided by Revenue, so check with them; we supply the itemised invoice and records in English.
Do I need a recent X-ray?
It helps but is not essential. A recent OPG (panoramic X-ray) from your Irish dentist lets us make a more precise plan; if you do not have one, clear photos are enough to start, and we take a new X-ray at your first appointment.
Will my Irish dentist look after me afterwards?
In most cases, yes. We give you X-rays, a list of every material, your implant card and guarantee documents so your dentist can see exactly what was done.
What if something goes wrong after I go home?
Send us photos on WhatsApp first. Many issues are solved remotely. Your written plan states what the guarantee covers for each treatment and when a return visit is included.
Compare your Irish quote with a written plan from Istanbul
Send a photo or your X-ray on WhatsApp. You will have an itemised plan within 24 hours — free, and with no obligation.
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