Dental & Oral Health

The dental and oral health unit provides comprehensive care for the teeth, gums, mouth and jaw — from routine and restorative dentistry to implants, cosmetic dentistry and oral surgery. At Acıbadem International, dental care is delivered to medical standards within a large hospital group, which means complex cases benefit from the support of related specialties, and patients can be confident in both the quality and the safety of their treatment. For people travelling from abroad, that combination of skilled dentistry, modern techniques and hospital-grade standards is what makes dental care here both excellent and trustworthy.

This page explains what the dental and oral health unit covers, the treatments available, how patients are assessed, the approach to care, and how international patients are supported.

What the dental and oral health unit covers

The unit covers the full range of dental and oral care, from prevention to complex treatment. Its main areas of work include:

• General and restorative dentistry — including fillings, crowns and routine care.
• Dental implants — replacing missing teeth.
• Cosmetic dentistry — improving the appearance of the teeth and smile.
• Oral and maxillofacial surgery — including more complex procedures.
• Gum (periodontal) treatment.
• Treatment of oral conditions and, where needed, oral cancers.

Because some oral conditions connect to wider health, the unit can draw on the hospital group — working with ENT and plastic and reconstructive surgery for complex maxillofacial cases, and the cancer team for oral cancers.

Treatments we provide

The unit offers a comprehensive range of dental and oral treatment. Common reasons international patients seek care include:

• Dental implants — to replace one or more missing teeth.
• Restorative work — crowns, bridges and fillings.
• Cosmetic dentistry — to improve the appearance of the smile.
• Full-mouth rehabilitation — for more extensive needs.
• Gum disease treatment.
• Oral surgery and the treatment of oral conditions.

Many patients travel for implants, cosmetic work or more extensive treatment, often combining quality with the convenience of completing care within a planned visit. The unit’s role is to assess accurately and provide treatment that is both high-quality and appropriate.

How patients are assessed

Good dental treatment begins with a thorough assessment of the mouth, teeth and jaw, since planning is central to a good result. Assessment typically involves:

• Detailed dental examination.
• Dental imaging — including X-rays and, where needed, 3D imaging for planning.
• Assessment of the gums and supporting structures.
• A tailored treatment plan — built around the individual’s needs and goals.

These are supported by modern dental imaging, and findings guide a plan that is both clinically sound and realistic. For international patients, an initial review can often begin from photographs and any existing imaging, with the final plan confirmed after in-person examination.

Treatments and procedures

The unit provides comprehensive dental and oral care, planned individually.

Dental implants

Implants replace missing teeth with a durable, natural-looking and natural-feeling solution, restoring both function and appearance. The unit plans implants carefully, with detailed imaging, and is honest about what is achievable and the time the process requires.

Restorative and cosmetic dentistry

Restorative work such as crowns, bridges and fillings restores damaged or missing teeth, while cosmetic dentistry improves the appearance of the smile. Both are planned around the individual’s needs and goals, with realistic expectations.

Oral and maxillofacial surgery

More complex procedures, including oral and maxillofacial surgery, are carried out within the hospital group, with the support of related specialties for complex cases.

Gum and oral condition treatment

Gum disease and other oral conditions are diagnosed and treated, and where an oral condition is of concern, it is assessed thoroughly. Specific treatments can be explored in the treatments library.

Dental care to medical standards

A defining feature of the unit is that dental care is delivered to medical standards within a large hospital group, which is an important distinction in a field where quality and safety vary widely between providers. This means treatment is carried out with proper hygiene and clinical standards, by qualified clinicians, with the support of related medical specialties and hospital facilities for complex cases or where a patient has other health conditions. For procedures involving surgery or sedation, this medical setting provides reassurance and safety that standalone dental clinics may not. For international patients, who cannot easily assess a clinic from afar, choosing dental care within a reputable hospital group is a strong safeguard for both quality and safety.

Realistic planning and lasting results

Good dental treatment is about more than the work itself; it depends on careful planning and realistic expectations. The unit assesses each patient thoroughly and plans treatment to achieve a result that is both functional and natural-looking, and that lasts. For more extensive treatment such as implants or full-mouth rehabilitation, the unit is honest about the stages involved and the time required, since some treatments cannot be rushed. This realistic, well-planned approach protects patients from disappointment and ensures lasting results. For international patients, the unit also plans treatment around a practical visit, advising clearly on what can be completed and over what timescale, so the journey is realistic and the result durable.

Technology and approach

Dental care combines clinical skill with modern techniques and careful planning. The unit uses detailed examination and imaging — including 3D imaging where needed for planning implants and complex work — to plan treatment precisely, and modern materials and techniques to achieve natural-looking, lasting results. But the defining feature is the medical setting and careful planning: dental care delivered to hospital standards, planned realistically, with the support of related specialties for complex cases. This combination of skill, technology and a safe, well-planned approach is what underpins good dental outcomes.

Your team

Your care may involve a dentist with the relevant focus, oral and maxillofacial surgeons for complex cases, and — where needed — related specialists from ENT, plastic surgery or oncology, supported by dental and surgical teams. The clinicians involved are listed on the doctors page, and care is delivered to the standards of Acıbadem’s accredited hospitals.

The international patient journey

The unit is organized to make dental care clear and well supported for international patients.

1. Remote review

You begin by sharing photographs, any existing imaging and a description of your needs. The team reviews them, advises on the likely treatment, and where helpful offers a second opinion — though the final plan is confirmed after in-person examination.

2. A clear plan

You receive a plan describing the recommended treatment, the stages and time involved, how long you would stay, and what to expect, so your visit can be planned realistically.

3. Coordinated treatment

A dedicated coordinator arranges your treatment, accommodation, interpreting and logistics, with the treatment organized to make the most of your visit. Complex cases draw on related specialties.

4. Aftercare and follow-up

You receive aftercare guidance and a follow-up plan, and the team remains reachable for questions. To begin, request an online consultation.

Why patients choose Acıbadem for dental care

Acıbadem International offers skilled dentists and oral surgeons, modern techniques, dental care delivered to medical standards within an accredited hospital group, and well-coordinated international support. For patients travelling from abroad, the combination of quality dentistry, hospital-grade safety, and the support of related specialties for complex cases is what sets the experience apart — in a field where standards are not guaranteed everywhere. The unit provides dental care that patients can trust, with the depth of a leading medical system behind it.

What to expect and practical notes

Dental treatments vary widely, from single procedures to extensive work such as implants or full-mouth rehabilitation, so the time involved differs greatly. Some treatments have stages that cannot be rushed, and the unit is honest about this, planning treatment around a realistic visit and advising clearly on what can be completed and over what timescale. Many treatments, however, can be completed efficiently within a planned trip. The final plan is confirmed after in-person examination, with the likely plan discussed remotely beforehand. Throughout, the focus is on quality, safety and a lasting result.

Coordinated care for complex cases

Some dental and oral conditions connect to wider health, and care within a large hospital group means the right experts are available. Complex maxillofacial cases can involve ENT and plastic and reconstructive surgery; oral cancers are managed within a multidisciplinary plan alongside medical oncology; and patients with other health conditions benefit from the support of the wider group. This means complex dental and oral care is part of a connected, safely coordinated plan rather than treated in isolation, which is a meaningful advantage over standalone dental settings, particularly for international patients.

Dental implants explained

Dental implants are one of the most sought-after treatments by international patients, offering a way to replace missing teeth with a stable, natural-looking and long-lasting result. An implant replaces the root of a missing tooth, providing a secure foundation for a replacement tooth, and the result can restore both function and appearance. Success depends on careful assessment and planning — of the jaw, the surrounding tissues and the patient’s overall oral health — which is why proper evaluation comes first. The unit plans implant treatment individually, explains the process and the realistic timeline, and carries out the work to proper clinical standards. Because implant treatment often involves stages over a period of time, the unit plans this carefully for international patients, advising on how the treatment can be arranged. The aim is a durable, natural result achieved safely, rather than a rushed outcome.

Smile design and aesthetic dentistry

Many patients seek dental care not only for function but to improve the appearance of their smile, and the unit offers aesthetic dental treatment planned thoughtfully and individually. A natural-looking result that suits the individual is the goal, achieved through careful planning and sound technique rather than a uniform approach. The unit assesses each patient, discusses honestly what is achievable, and plans treatment to balance appearance with the health and function of the teeth. Where aesthetic and reconstructive needs overlap with other areas, the unit can coordinate with plastic surgery. This emphasis on natural, individualized results delivered to proper standards reflects the unit’s approach to aesthetic dentistry: enhancing a smile in a way that looks natural, suits the person and is built on a foundation of good oral health.

Planning dental treatment from abroad

Dental treatment, particularly implants or more extensive work, often involves stages over time, so planning is especially important for international patients. The unit reviews the patient’s situation — ideally with relevant information and images shared beforehand — and plans the treatment so that the patient understands what it involves, how many visits may be needed, and the realistic timeline. A coordinator arranges appointments, interpreting and logistics, and the unit is honest about what can be achieved in a given period. This careful planning means international patients can undertake dental treatment with a clear understanding of the process, avoiding the disappointment that comes from unrealistic expectations. Combined with care delivered to the standards of an accredited hospital group, this organized, honest approach is what makes travelling for dental treatment a sound and reassuring choice.

Frequently asked questions

Can my case be reviewed before I travel?

Yes. You can share photographs, any existing imaging and a description of your needs for a remote review and receive advice on the likely treatment, including a second opinion where helpful, though the final plan is confirmed after in-person examination.

Why have dental treatment in a hospital group?

Dental care delivered to medical standards within a hospital group means proper hygiene, qualified clinicians, and the support of related specialties and facilities for complex cases or sedation, which is safer than a standalone clinic, especially for surgery.

Do you provide dental implants?

Yes. Implants replace missing teeth with a durable, natural-looking solution. The unit plans them carefully with detailed imaging and is honest about what is achievable and the time the process requires.

Is cosmetic dentistry available?

Yes. Cosmetic dentistry to improve the appearance of the smile is offered, planned around your goals with realistic expectations about what is achievable.

Can extensive treatment be completed in one visit?

It depends on the treatment. Many treatments can be completed efficiently within a planned visit, while some, such as implants, have stages that cannot be rushed. The unit plans realistically and advises clearly in advance.

Do you treat gum disease?

Yes. Gum disease and other oral conditions are diagnosed and treated, since healthy gums and supporting structures are essential to lasting dental health.

Can you handle complex oral surgery?

Yes. Oral and maxillofacial surgery and complex procedures are carried out within the hospital group, with the support of related specialties for complex cases.

How long will I need to stay in Turkey?

It depends on the treatment. Some are completed efficiently within a visit, while extensive work may need stages over time. Your coordinator plans realistically and gives a clear picture in advance.

Will the result look natural and last?

A natural-looking, functional and lasting result is the goal, achieved through careful planning, modern materials and techniques, and realistic expectations discussed before treatment.

Will the final plan be confirmed in person?

Yes. The likely plan can be discussed remotely, but the final plan is confirmed after in-person examination, since accurate planning depends on assessing the mouth, teeth and jaw directly.

Are oral cancers treated here?

Where an oral condition is of concern, it is assessed thoroughly, and oral cancers are managed within a multidisciplinary plan alongside medical oncology.

Will my other health conditions be considered?

Yes. Being part of a hospital group means treatment can be planned safely around any other health conditions you have, with related specialists available if needed.

Can I get a second opinion on a treatment plan?

Yes. The unit can review your situation and provide an honest second opinion on the most appropriate dental treatment for you.

Can I receive care in my own language?

Yes. The international patient coordinator arranges interpreting and supports you through the practical and clinical steps of your care.

What aftercare will I receive?

You receive aftercare guidance and a follow-up plan, and the team remains reachable for questions after your treatment.

Can my case be reviewed before I travel?

Yes. You can share your situation, ideally with relevant information and images, for a remote review, so that treatment can be planned and the process and timeline explained before you travel.

How do dental implants work?

An implant replaces the root of a missing tooth, providing a secure foundation for a replacement tooth, restoring both function and appearance. Success depends on careful assessment and planning, which comes first.

How many visits will I need?

It depends on the treatment. Implants and extensive work often involve stages over time, and the unit plans this for international patients and explains the realistic number of visits and timeline in advance.

Is aesthetic dental treatment available?

Yes. The unit offers aesthetic dentistry planned individually, aiming for a natural-looking result that suits you and is built on the health and function of your teeth.

Why have dental treatment in a hospital setting?

Care delivered to the standards of an accredited hospital group, with proper clinical standards and medical backup, provides safety and reassurance, particularly for more extensive treatment.

Will the results look natural and last?

A natural, durable result is the goal, achieved through careful planning and sound technique rather than a rushed outcome, with honest discussion of what is realistically achievable.

Can I receive care in my own language?

Yes. The international patient coordinator arranges interpreting and supports you through the planning and treatment, so you understand the process clearly.

Can complex cases be coordinated with other specialties?

Yes. Where dental needs overlap with other areas, the unit can coordinate with specialties such as plastic surgery and ENT within the hospital group.

Does the wider hospital group support dental care?

Yes. Dental care delivered to the standards of an accredited hospital group benefits from proper clinical standards and medical backup, and where treatment overlaps with other areas the unit can coordinate with specialties such as plastic surgery and ENT, which is reassuring for more extensive treatment.

Will a companion be supported during my visit?

Yes. The international patient coordinator helps with practical arrangements so a companion can accompany you during your treatment.

Will treatment be planned realistically for my visit?

Yes. The unit plans treatment honestly around the time available, explaining how many visits may be needed and the realistic timeline, so that you can undertake dental treatment with clear and accurate expectations.

Will I receive documentation for my own dentist?

Yes. You receive clear documentation of your treatment and any follow-up needed, so that your care can continue smoothly with your own dentist after you return home.

Will treatment be delivered to proper clinical standards?

Yes. Dental and oral treatment is delivered to the standards of an accredited hospital group, with proper clinical standards and medical backup, which provides safety and reassurance, particularly for implants and more extensive treatment.

Can complex or aesthetic cases be planned individually?

Yes. The unit plans both functional and aesthetic treatment individually, discussing honestly what is achievable and aiming for a natural, durable result that suits you and is built on the health and function of your teeth.

Can I receive dental care in my own language?

Yes. The international patient coordinator arranges interpreting and supports you through the planning and treatment, so that you understand the process, the timeline and any options clearly throughout your care.

How soon can I be assessed for dental treatment?

An initial review can often begin from information and images shared remotely, and in-person assessment and treatment are then arranged efficiently. The unit plans the visit so that your treatment can proceed with a clear, realistic schedule.

Will a companion be supported during my treatment?

Yes. The international patient coordinator helps with practical arrangements so that a companion can accompany you during your dental treatment, making the visit more comfortable when travelling for care.

This page provides general health information about the services of this unit and is not a substitute for personal medical advice. Any treatment plan is determined after individual assessment by a qualified clinician.