Anamaria Ciolte, a 35-year-old woman who travelled to Turkey for dental work, was left with stumps for six months, unable to eat hard foods, and was mistaken for a pensioner. The recovery process was both physically and emotionally challenging.
Experience of Being Mistaken for an Elderly Person
Anamaria faced hurtful comments from others. "People would call me 'old', 'dentures' or ask things like 'Where are your top teeth?' – and even say I looked like I was 80 years old," she said. "It was hurtful, especially because they didn't know what I was going through behind the scenes. I avoided hard foods and didn't want to put too much pressure on my teeth. It was a long journey, both physically and emotionally."
Long-Standing Dental Issues
For years, Anamaria was embarrassed about her teeth and avoided smiling in photos. The gap appeared when she was 26 after a dental crown surgery that was not done correctly. She experienced bullying both in real life and on TikTok, with comments comparing her teeth to 'fences'.
Decision to Seek Treatment Abroad
Anamaria turned to Turkey after being quoted up to £26,000 for treatment at home. The first procedure involved removing previous upper dental work due to infection. She then had five implants installed alongside bone grafting and bone correction.
Completion of Treatment
In March this year, she returned to complete the treatment. "The healing process required time. My lower teeth were only prepared during my second visit. After they were shaped, I received temporary teeth within two days," she explained. "Before completing the treatment, there was a period where I had to adapt and be patient, which wasn't easy, but I knew it was part of the process. I wish I had known about this clinic and this option much earlier, because it could have saved me years of insecurity."
Her treatment is now fully completed, and she is incredibly happy with the results. With proper care, her dentist told her that the new teeth should last 15 to 20 years or longer. Good oral hygiene and regular dental check-ups are key to maintaining them.
