Lema Dental Clinic is a private dental facility established in 1945 by Dr. Polen Akkılıç. Located in the Küçükçekmece district of Istanbul, the clinic operates two branches in the city. The facility spans 4,000 square meters, making it one of the largest dental centers in Turkey.
Key Statistics and Recognitions
The clinic treats about 10,000 patients annually from more than 80 countries. In 2021, the medical team completed over 1,200 dental implant procedures. This volume reflects the clinic's focus on complex restorative dentistry and surgical implantology.
Lema Dental Clinic holds several international certifications and quality awards:
- JCI accreditation
- ISO 9001 certification
- ISO 13485 for medical devices
- Winner of Best Dental Clinic in Europe (2021, 2022, 2023)
- Best Health Clinic of the Year award
Dental Implants and Oral Surgery
Prof. Dr. Coşkun Yıldız and Dr. Polen Akkılıç lead the implantology department. The team specializes in advanced cases where patients have limited bone density. Traditional implants may fail in these conditions, so the clinic offers specific alternatives:
- Subperiosteal implants – custom-made frames fixed on the bone surface under the gums
- Quad Zygomatic implants – specialized long implants for severe upper jaw bone loss
- All-on-4 and All-on-6 – full-arch restorations using minimal implant points
- Mini dental implants – smaller diameter options for narrow spaces
Surgeons also perform tooth extractions, from simple removals to complex wisdom tooth surgeries. Wisdom tooth removal typically takes 20–60 minutes depending on position. For surgical cases, sedation or general anesthesia is available.
Endodontics and Cosmetic Dentistry
Dr. Aykut and Dr. Kaan lead the endodontic department. Their focus is saving natural teeth through root canal therapy. Specialists use laser-assisted therapy to disinfect canals more effectively than traditional methods. If a standard root canal fails, the team performs apicoectomy – surgical removal of the tooth root tip.
Cosmetic services include Hollywood Smile design, porcelain veneers, and laser teeth whitening. The clinic uses Digital Smile Design to preview results before treatment begins. Restorative work often uses Ivoclar IPS e.max materials, known for durability and natural light reflection.
Diagnostic and Digital Technology
Lema Dental Clinic integrates digital workflows into every treatment stage. The facility uses 3D printing to create surgical guides and temporary restorations on-site. This reduces the number of visits needed for complex procedures.
Available diagnostic and treatment tools include:
- CBCT scans – 3D imaging for precise implant placement and surgical planning
- Sirona intraoral scanners – digital impressions that replace uncomfortable traditional molds
- Cerec Omnicam – systems for rapid digital diagnostic models
- Electronic axiography – technology to analyze jaw movement and bite alignment
These tools let doctors create a complete digital map of the mouth before any surgery starts.
Services for International Patients
The clinic provides a dedicated VIP experience for patients traveling from abroad. Multilingual staff offer assistance in English, German, Russian, Arabic, and Turkish. The clinic also coordinates airport transfers and hotel accommodations near the facility.
Aftercare support includes printed and digital instructions in the patient's native language. The medical team provides specific guidance for cleaning and diet during healing. Coordinators stay available to monitor bone integration throughout recovery.