In recent years, dental tourism has become increasingly popular in Turkey, with many people from all over the world visiting the country to take advantage of its high quality but affordable dental services.
Thanks to qualified dentists, modern clinics and competitive prices, Turkey has become one of the most popular dental destinations.
In addition to the cost savings, Turkey also has rich culture and history, beautiful landscapes, and warm hospitality. Many dental clinics in Turkey are located in popular tourist destinations, allowing visitors to combine their dental treatments with a relaxing vacation.
Some of the most common dental procedures that people request in Turkey are dental implants, crowns and bridges, root canal treatment and cosmetic dental procedures such as teeth whitening and veneers.
These treatments are often significantly cheaper in Turkey than in many other countries, including the US and the UK.
Dental implants are used to replace missing teeth and to support dentures. An implant is a titanium screw that acts as a false tooth root.
Before the crown is placed, the implant needs 3-6 months to ossify, during which time the jawbone grows around the implant and is able to replace the missing tooth root.
It is usually recommended to place the implant immediately after tooth extraction. Over time, changes will occur in the area of the removed tooth, which may later require longer and more costly treatment.
The insertion of the implant is painless and is performed under local anaesthesia. The procedure takes from 60 minutes to a few hours, depending on the number of teeth to be replaced.
Implantation is a safe procedure, and titanium is one of the most tissue-friendly materials used in the manufacture of instruments and prostheses in other medical fields. Dental implants are a modern, aesthetic and safe solution for replacing missing teeth.
A dental crown is an artificial tooth that is used to cover a damaged tooth or replace a tooth that has been extracted.
Teeth are as important for their functionality as for their aesthetic appearance, and dental crowns help to maintain both.
In which cases are dental crowns used?
Protecting a tooth that has had root canal treatment
Replacement of an extracted tooth (with implant)
Restoration of a broken tooth
Changing the colour and shape of a tooth
Changing the height of the tooth
It usually takes at least two visits to fit a crown:
The first visit involves reshaping the patient's own tooth, grinding it smaller or filling in the cavities to give the crown a solid base. Then an impression of the patient's teeth is taken and a dental crown is made in the laboratory. The prepared tooth is covered with a temporary crown to protect it.
During the second visit, a laboratory-made dental crown is placed on the prepared tooth.
In order to replace a tooth that has been extracted, an implant (a titanium screw) is placed first, which takes 3-6 months to ossify, before a crown can be placed.
The crown looks exactly like the real tooth, but is made from materials such as metal, porcelain or zirconium, according to the patient's preference.
Many dental clinics in Turkey use advanced technology, such as digital scanning, 3D printing and CAD/CAM software, to produce dental crowns that are as accurate as possible and tailored to the patient's wishes.
Dental veneers are thin, custom-made shells that are designed to cover the front surface of teeth. They are typically made from porcelain or composite resin and are used to improve the appearance of teeth.
In which cases are dental veneers used?
Teeth discoloration or staining that cannot be corrected through teeth whitening procedures.
Chipped, broken, or worn down teeth.
Misaligned, uneven, or irregularly shaped teeth.
Gaps or spaces between teeth.
Teeth that are too small or too large for the individual's mouth.
Before undergoing veneer treatment, patients will typically have a consultation with their dentist to discuss their options and decide on the best course of treatment. The dentist will prepare the teeth by removing a thin layer of enamel, take impressions of the teeth, and send them to a dental laboratory to create custom-made veneers.
Once the veneers are ready, the dentist will bond them to the teeth using a special adhesive. The procedure is usually painless and can be completed in one or two appointments, depending on the number of veneers required.
A dental bridge prosthesis is used to replace one or more missing teeth, forming a "bridge" over the gap.
Tooth crowns are placed on the teeth to the right and left of the gap and false teeth are fixed between the crowns.
Dental bridges can be used to improve the appearance of a person's smile, restore proper chewing and speaking functions, and prevent the surrounding teeth from shifting out of position.
Teeth whitening is a cosmetic dental procedure that aims to lighten the colour of your teeth and improve their appearance. Teeth can become discoloured or stained due to various reasons, such as age, smoking, consumption of certain foods and beverages, medications, or poor oral hygiene.
Teeth whitening is not a permanent solution for discoloured teeth, but with proper dental care the results can last for several years.
The procedure is painless, but afterwards your teeth might be sensitive for a while.
Inflammation at the tip of a tooth's root due to cavities, trauma, or gum disease can result in irreversible damage to the tooth. However, careful root canal treatment can help save the tooth.
The procedure involves opening up the root canal, cleaning and disinfecting it, and then filling it with a special material. Once the root canal treatment is completed, a dental crown is placed to restore the tooth's structure and function.