IMPLANTS · BLOG
TURKEY VS SERBIA FOR IMPLANTS — PRICE, MATERIAL AND SAFETY COMPARISON
Implants · 1 June 2026
Turkey has for years been synonymous with cheap implants. But "cheap" does not always mean the same for the same money. More and more patients from the Balkan diaspora who first considered Turkey — end up choosing Belgrade. Here is why.
Price comparison — is Turkey really cheaper?
For the same materials — prices are similar or identical.
| Procedure | Turkey | Belgrade (BeoSmile) |
|---|---|---|
| Implant + crown | €600 – €1,200 | €880 |
| All on 4 (one jaw) | €3,500 – €7,000 | from €4,700 |
Turkey looks cheaper on paper — but when you look at which implant system is used, the picture changes.
The key difference — which implants are used?
This is the question to ask every clinic — in Turkey, Serbia or anywhere else.
There are over 200 implant systems. They differ in:
- —Quality of the titanium alloy
- —Speed of osseointegration (bonding with bone)
- —Length of clinical studies
- —Availability of spare parts for decades ahead
Clinics offering All on 4 for €3,000 to €3,500 use systems without long-term clinical studies.
At BeoSmile:
We use Neodent by Straumann — a Swiss system with 60+ years of clinical studies, the same used by leading clinics in Germany and Austria. Compatible with all Straumann clinics across Europe.
What does compatibility with EU clinics mean?
This is a practical advantage that is rarely mentioned.
If your implant is placed in Turkey with an unknown system and in 5 years you need emergency intervention in Germany — every dentist in Germany needs to know which system was used and must have the right parts.
Neodent by Straumann:
Compatible with all Straumann clinics across Europe. Every Straumann partner — of which there are thousands in Germany, Austria and Switzerland — can help in an emergency.
Logistics — Turkey vs Belgrade for the diaspora
For patients from Germany, Austria and Switzerland:
Belgrade
- ✓Flight: 1.5 to 2 hours direct
- ✓No time zone change
- ✓Same language — Serbian, Bosnian or Croatian
- ✓Easy to return for check-ups
Istanbul
- —Flight: 2.5 to 4 hours
- —Language barrier (unless you speak Turkish)
- —Harder to return for check-ups
- —Time zone +1 hour
For the Balkan diaspora — Belgrade is logistically far simpler.
What happens if something goes wrong?
This is the question patients rarely ask before the procedure — but should.
Complications after implant placement are not common, but they happen. Most common: infection, slow healing, an implant that does not integrate.
If you had implants placed in Turkey with an unknown system:
- !Your local dentist cannot easily help
- !Returning to Turkey means extra costs and stress
- !Documentation may be in Turkish
At BeoSmile:
We provide a written guarantee on all work. In case of a problem — you come back or we refer you to a Straumann partner in your city.
When is Turkey a good choice?
Honestly — Turkey can be a good choice if:
- ✓You ask exactly which implant system is used and receive documentation
- ✓The clinic uses well-known systems (Straumann, Nobel Biocare)
- ✓You can easily return for check-ups
The problem is that most patients do not ask this — and find out only when a problem arises.
Why is the Balkan diaspora increasingly choosing Belgrade?
Language
You speak directly to the doctor in your own language, without an intermediary.
Proximity
Easy to return for check-ups and the second phase of the procedure.
Referrals
The Balkan community in Germany and Austria has an extensive referral network. When someone has dental work done in Belgrade and is happy — the whole community hears about it.
Frequently asked questions
Are implants cheaper in Turkey than in Serbia?
For the same materials — prices are similar. The difference lies in which implant system is used. Cheap offers in Turkey usually use less well-known systems without long-term clinical studies.
Which implants does BeoSmile use?
Neodent by Straumann — a Swiss system with 60+ years of clinical studies, compatible with Straumann clinics across Europe.
Why is Belgrade a better choice for the Balkan diaspora?
Three reasons: the same language, proximity (1.5 to 2 hour flight), and easy return visits for check-ups. Plus — Straumann implants mean any Straumann partner in Europe can help in an emergency.
How do I check which implant system a clinic uses?
Always ask: which brand and model of implant do you use? Request written documentation. Any serious clinic can show this.
Does BeoSmile provide a guarantee on implants?
Yes — a written 5-year guarantee on all work.
Want to know the exact price for your case?
Every case is different — which is why Dr Marko doesn't give rough estimates. At the free online consultation you get:
- A complete treatment plan
- The exact price for your case
- How many days you need to stay in Belgrade
No opening your mouth on camera. No obligation. No hidden costs.