Every dentist, profiled

Dr. Elif Demir is one of the most technically accomplished implant surgeons in Antalya, with a particular reputation for the difficult cases other clinics decline — severe bone loss, failed previous implants and immediate-load full arches. Her background in oral surgery shows in how methodically she stages treatment, and she is unusually candid with patients about what is and isn't realistic. UK patients describe her consultations as thorough and unhurried, though her schedule can be busy in peak season.

Dr. Mehmet Aydın leads a busy Istanbul studio focused almost entirely on cosmetic work — veneers, crowns and full smile makeovers. He has a confident, design-led approach and a large portfolio of before-and-after cases that UK patients find reassuring. His clinic moves quickly, which suits patients who want a single-trip veneer transformation, though the pace means aftercare is less personal than at smaller practices.

Dr. Zeynep Koç is a prosthodontist in İzmir whose work centres on the parts patients live with for decades — the bite, the fit of a bridge, the comfort of a full-arch prosthesis. She is detail-obsessed about occlusion and is a popular choice for patients who have struggled with ill-fitting dentures or bridges elsewhere. İzmir is slightly less convenient to reach than Antalya, but patients rate her follow-up highly.

Dr. Barış Yılmaz is a periodontist who treats the foundation implants sit in — the gums and supporting bone. He is the right clinician for patients with gum disease, recession or a history of implant failure linked to poor tissue health. His treatment plans tend to be cautious and staged, prioritising long-term stability over a quick result, which UK patients with complex histories particularly value.

Dr. Ayşe Arslan has built a following among UK patients who want a refined, natural smile rather than an obviously 'done' one. She is known for conservative preparation, favouring composite bonding and minimal-prep veneers where they will do the job, and for talking patients out of treatment they don't need. Her clinic is smaller and more boutique than the Istanbul mega-practices.

Dr. Can Öztürk is a solid generalist with a strong implant caseload, best suited to patients with relatively uncomplicated needs — a few implants, crowns or a small bridge. He offers competitive pricing and a no-frills, efficient experience. He is less specialised than the clinicians above him, which is reflected in his ranking, but he is a reliable choice for standard treatment.

Dr. Deniz Şahin is an orthodontist whose UK patients are usually those wanting to straighten teeth before — or instead of — cosmetic work. She is a strong aligner provider and is honest about the fact that orthodontics needs remote monitoring between visits, which she manages with a clear digital follow-up plan. Her ranking reflects a narrower scope than the implant and cosmetic specialists above her.

Dr. Emre Çelik is one of the newer names on this list, a restorative dentist who handles crowns, veneers and root canals at a competitive price point. He is enthusiastic and communicative, and his reviews are growing, but with ten years in practice he has a shorter track record than the clinicians above him. He is a reasonable choice for budget-conscious patients with straightforward needs.

Dr. Leyla Kaya rounds out our top ten as a careful general dentist well suited to patients wanting check-ups, hygiene, whitening or a single crown while in Antalya. She is not an implant or full-arch specialist and doesn't claim to be — her appeal is a friendly, low-pressure experience for routine treatment. For complex or full-mouth work, patients are better served by the specialists higher in this ranking.