Why we write these articles

We write the articles on this site to answer, clearly, the questions our patients ask every day, and to help you understand your condition and options before visiting the clinic. This page explains how we write, review and update our medical content.

Who writes and who reviews

  • Medical review: every medical article is reviewed and approved by Dr. Banan Alhawamdeh, a dentist with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from Jordan University of Science and Technology and the British Advanced Diploma in Cosmetic and Restorative Dentistry from the University of Oxford, with a special focus on gum surgery, periodontics and dental implants.
  • Sources: we rely on recognised guidance from professional dental and periodontal associations, peer-reviewed scientific literature, and clinical experience at the clinic.
  • Language: we write in plain language for non-specialists, without exaggeration or promises of guaranteed results.

Our commitments

  • Education, not diagnosis: articles are for general education and don't replace a clinical examination. Your treatment plan is set after assessing your case at the clinic.
  • Honest options: we say when a treatment doesn't suit every case, and what the alternatives are.
  • Prices: we explain what drives the cost. Because cost depends on the case, we confirm it precisely after the examination.
  • Photos: we publish patient photos only with written consent, and illustrative images are labelled as such.
  • No sponsored content: we don't publish articles paid for by companies or products.

Updates and review

We review articles regularly and update them when new recommendations appear or when something needs clarifying. The last-updated date is shown at the top of each article.

Corrections and feedback

If you spot something inaccurate or have a question about an article, email info@drbanan.com or message us on WhatsApp at +962 7 7535 3058. We review every note and correct what's needed.

Medical notice

In an emergency, such as facial swelling with difficulty swallowing or breathing, or bleeding that won't stop, go to a hospital emergency department immediately. See dental emergencies.

Note: this article is for general education and doesn't replace a clinical examination. The right treatment is chosen after assessing your case at the clinic. Read our medical editorial policy.