Top 5 Clinics in Petra 2026

Which specialties and services does this list cover in this place?

All five profiles on this page are dental clinics in Wadi Musa, the town at the gateway to Petra in Ma'an Governorate. Each one has a single dentist linked to it. They publish the same set of 15 services, so in practice you are comparing location, opening hours and insurance rather than the range of treatments.

The listed services fall into a few groups:

• Pain and urgent problems: treatment of toothache, dental extraction, root canal treatment.
• Prevention and gum health: dental cleaning, tartar and plaque removal, gingivitis treatment, care of gum health, teeth sensitivity treatment.
• Restoring teeth: fillings, dental crowns, zirconium crowns, dental bridges.
• Children: treatment of tooth decay and inflammation in children.
• Cosmetic: teeth whitening.
• Imaging: dental panoramic X-ray (OPG), which shows the teeth and jaws in a single image.

A service appearing on a profile tells you the clinic offers it. It does not tell you whether that treatment is right for you. Only an examination can answer that.

How to choose among the clinics here

If you arrived searching for the best clinics in Petra, keep in mind that this list cannot rank dentists by skill. It is ordered by how complete each profile is. These criteria will help you pick the one that fits your situation:

Opening hours

The confirmed hours differ more than anything else on these profiles.

• Dr Saleh Al Qadi's clinic opens at 08:00 and closes at 20:00.
• Dr Zaid Muammar Al Nawafleh's clinic runs 10:00–18:00.
• Dr Anas Al Twaissi's clinic runs 16:00–20:00.
• Dr Ahmad Muhaidat's clinic runs 17:00–21:00.
• Dr Rasmi Al Saidat's clinic runs 16:00–19:00, Saturday to Wednesday.

The other four are open Saturday to Thursday. None of the confirmed schedules include Friday.

Insurance

Dr Rasmi Al Saidat's profile lists 12 insurers. If you hold one of those policies, that is a useful starting point. You should still confirm that your specific plan and the treatment you need are covered.

Type of treatment

For a check-up, cleaning or a simple filling, convenience and hours may matter most. For root canal treatment, crowns or bridges, ask how many visits are usually needed. Then make sure the clinic's hours let you attend all of them, especially if you are only staying in Petra for a few days.

Children

All five list treatment of tooth decay and inflammation in children. Daytime hours can be easier for younger children, while evening slots may suit school-age children.

Communication

When you call, notice whether reception explains clearly what the first visit involves and what you will be told about costs. This matters most for visitors who may need a quick, clear answer.

What to expect at the first visit

A first dental visit usually starts with questions about your symptoms and medical history. The dentist then examines your teeth and gums and may suggest an X-ray if one is needed to see what is happening beneath the surface.

What to bring

• Your ID and, if you are insured, your insurance card.
• A list of the medicines you take, especially blood thinners, and any allergies (for example to anaesthetics or antibiotics).
• Details of conditions such as diabetes, heart disease or pregnancy, which can affect dental treatment and X-rays.
• Any previous dental X-rays or treatment notes, if you have them.

Questions worth asking

• What is causing the problem, and what are my options, including doing nothing for now?
• How many visits will this take, and what happens between them?
• What will this cost in total, and what will my insurance cover?
• What aftercare should I follow, and what signs mean I should come back sooner?

Cosmetic treatments such as whitening are not suitable for everyone. Sensitive teeth, gum disease or existing fillings and crowns can change what is advisable, so let the dentist assess this first.

When not to wait for an appointment

Some dental problems need urgent hospital care. Call 911 or go to an emergency department if you have:

• swelling of the face or neck that is spreading;
• difficulty breathing or swallowing;
• a high fever with tooth pain;
• heavy bleeding that will not stop;
• a serious injury to the face or jaw.

The hospitals in the area include Queen Rania Al-Abdullah Hospital in Petra and Ma'an Government Hospital.

Insurance, fees and booking: what to ask before the appointment

Before you book, ask reception:

• The consultation fee and whether an X-ray is charged separately.
• A written or itemised estimate for longer treatments such as root canals, crowns or bridges, since these often involve more than one stage.
• Insurance: whether the clinic deals with your insurer directly or you pay first and claim later, and whether you need prior approval for certain procedures. Even when an insurer is listed on a profile, cover depends on your own policy.
• Payment methods the clinic accepts.
• Dentist attendance: that the dentist named on the profile will be present at your appointment time.
• Cancellation: what to do if you need to change the time, which matters for travellers with fixed itineraries.

Getting there

All five clinics are in Wadi Musa, the main town of the Petra district. Each profile's address names a street or a nearby point of reference, which makes the clinic easier to find once you are in town. Ask reception for directions or a nearby point of reference if you are unsure.

If you live elsewhere in Ma'an Governorate, such as Ma'an city, Shobak, Al-Husseiniya or Al-Jafr, check the clinic's hours before you set off. The afternoon-only and evening-only schedules leave less room for delays on the road.

Visitors exploring Petra during the day may find evening appointments the easiest to fit in.

Checklist before you book

• Choose a clinic whose confirmed hours match when you can actually attend.
• Phone reception to confirm the dentist will be present at that time.
• Ask for the consultation fee and an estimate for any planned treatment.
• Confirm your insurer and plan with the clinic, and check whether prior approval is needed.
• Prepare your medicines list, allergies and medical conditions.
• Bring your ID, insurance card and any previous dental X-rays.
• For multi-visit treatment, check that the schedule fits your stay or work days.
• Know the urgent warning signs, and that the emergency number in Jordan is 911.