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Onlay bone graft in Istanbul typically costs from $280 depending on the graft material used, case complexity, and clinic specialization. Patients save around 94% compared to the US, where the average price is $4,400. Most clinics include the initial consultation, X-rays, and the surgical procedure in their base cost.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Istanbul serves as Turkey’s primary dental hub, concentrating the highest density of oral surgeons with PhDs in periodontology and maxillofacial surgery. This specialization depth allows clinics like Inci Dis and DentSpa to operate in-house dental laboratories, reducing turnaround times and streamlining costs for patients. Expert surgeons here, including those with 24 years of experience and ITI memberships, frequently perform high-volume reconstructions that draw international patients specifically for complex jaw bone grafting.
| Istanbul | The UK | The USA | |
| Onlay bone graft | from $280 | ≈ $1,800 | ≈ $2,800 |
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Dr. Taha Abbas Göktaş is the founder of TH Dental Clinic in Istanbul. He specializes in implant surgery and aesthetic dentistry, integrating both into a single treatment plan. Dr. Göktaş uses restoratively-driven planning, where the final smile design determines the implant position. He holds a license for international health tourism from the Turkish Ministry of Health.
Specializes in orthognathic surgery and jaw reconstruction – Dr. Dilaver focuses on complex bone grafts at İstinye Dental Hospital.
Dr. Ertugrul specializes in restorative and aesthetic dentistry, performing onlay bone grafts at İstinye Dental Hospital.
Dr. Malik Ashkar is Head of Doctors at Mira Clinic and a specialist in Endodontics (root canal treatment). He qualified as a dentist in 2016. His work focuses on dental diagnosis and treatment planning. He performs advanced root canal procedures to treat infected or injured tooth nerves, relieve pain, and preserve natural teeth. His aim is lasting oral health.
As Head of Doctors, he oversees treatment quality. He sets clinical protocols and supports the medical team in complex cases. His experience includes root canal therapy, restorative treatment planning, and dental pain management. He provides precise, comprehensive, patient-centered care.
Istanbul is a hub for onlay bone grafts. It has specialized maxillofacial surgeons who perform complex jaw reconstructions daily. Patients benefit from Joint Commission International-accredited hospitals and 3D digital jaw mapping. They also save significantly compared to US prices, using certified graft materials.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Look for clinics like Inci Dis that have in-house dental laboratories. This setup often speeds up the workflow for complex cases requiring both grafting and implants. Our data shows that university-affiliated clinics offer better access to multidisciplinary teams. İstinye Dental Hospital is one such clinic. This is particularly beneficial for severe bone atrophy.
Patient Consensus: Patients emphasize transparency. Some clinics include bone grafting in the initial quote, while others add it later. Many travelers appreciate surgeons who honestly evaluate bone volume. This helps determine whether a graft or zygomatic implants are the best option.
A typical stay in Istanbul for an onlay bone graft lasts 5 to 7 days. The stay covers surgery, post-operative monitoring, and initial soft-tissue healing. Straightforward grafts may require only 3 days. Still, a longer stay makes sure you are past the swelling peak before travel.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Basic packages may only include 2–3 hotel nights. Even so, our data shows patients often benefit from staying 5–7 days. Surgeons like Dr. Onur Utku Yuksel at Soho Dental Clinic have performed over 15,000 implants. They follow protocols that focus on staying through the swelling peak to avoid mid-flight complications.
Patient Consensus: Patients suggest that two separate trips are better than rushing the process. They warn that feeling fine immediately after surgery can be misleading. So a buffer day before flying is essential for handling potential swelling or discomfort.