Top 5 Doctors in Petra 2026

Which specialties and services does this list cover in Petra?

All five profiles on this page are general dentistry clinics in Wadi Musa, the town at the heart of Petra district in Ma'an governorate. The platform holds six profiles for this area, and the five shown here are the most complete ones. So if you arrived looking for the best doctors in Petra for another specialty, this list will mainly help with dental care.

Each clinic publishes the same broad set of services:

• Pain and urgent problems: treatment of toothache, tooth sensitivity, decay and gum inflammation (gingivitis).
• Routine care: dental cleaning, tartar and plaque removal, and care of gum health.
• Restorative treatment: fillings, root canal treatment, extractions, dental crowns (including zirconium crowns) and bridges.
• Cosmetic treatment: teeth whitening.
• Children: treatment of tooth decay and inflammation in children.
• Imaging: dental panoramic X-ray (OPG).

For medical problems outside dentistry, the area's listed hospitals are Queen Rania Al-Abdullah Hospital in Petra and Ma'an Government Hospital.

How to choose among the dentists here

The service lists are identical, so the useful differences are practical ones.

Opening hours

• Morning visits: Dr. Saleh Al Qadi's clinic has the widest window (08:00–20:00).
• Daytime visits: Dr. Zaid Muammar Al Nawafleh's clinic runs a steady day schedule (10:00–18:00).
• Afternoon and evening visits:
• Dr. Anas Al Twaissi: 16:00–20:00
• Dr. Rasmi Al Saidat: 16:00–19:00, Saturday to Wednesday only
• Dr. Ahmad Muhaidat: 17:00–21:00, the latest slot
• Fridays: no clinic on this list publishes Friday hours.

Insurance

Dr. Rasmi Al Saidat's profile lists twelve insurers. If you hold a policy, check whether your insurer appears there. Whichever clinic you choose, confirm cover directly with reception before you book.

Location within Wadi Musa

Each entry gives a street-level address, such as the main street, the Kings Highway or a named neighbourhood. Choose the one that is easiest to reach from your home or hotel.

Children

All five clinics list treatment of tooth decay in children. Ask whether the dentist regularly sees young children and how they approach anxious patients.

Length of treatment

This matters most for visitors. Root canal treatment, crowns and bridges often need more than one appointment. Crowns also usually need time for the lab to make them. If you are only in Petra for a few days, tell reception at the start. Ask what can be done safely within your stay and what should wait for your dentist at home.

The order on this page reflects how complete each profile is, not clinical skill or results. Treat it as a starting point for your own questions.

What to expect at the first visit

A first appointment usually begins with an oral examination. All five profiles say this is arranged through reception. The dentist may suggest an X-ray, such as the panoramic X-ray (OPG) these clinics list, before recommending treatment.

What to bring

• Your ID and, if you are using insurance, your insurance card and any approval forms.
• A list of your current medicines, especially blood thinners.
• Any allergies, for example to anaesthetics, antibiotics or latex.
• Relevant conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, bleeding disorders or pregnancy.
• Any previous dental X-rays or treatment records, if you have them.

Questions worth asking

• What is the problem, and what are the treatment options, including doing nothing for now?
• How many visits will this take, and how far apart?
• What will it cost in total, and what does my insurance cover?
• What should I avoid afterwards, and which symptoms should make me come back?

For a child, a parent or guardian should attend and share the child's medical history.

When not to wait for a clinic appointment

Some dental problems are emergencies. Call 911 or go to a hospital emergency department if you notice any of these:

• Swelling that spreads to the eye, jaw or neck.
• Difficulty breathing or swallowing.
• Fever with facial swelling.
• Bleeding that will not stop with firm pressure.
• A serious injury to the face or jaw.

If an adult tooth is knocked out, act quickly:

• Hold it by the crown, not the root, and do not scrub it.
• Keep it in milk, or rinse it briefly and hold it inside your cheek.
• See a dentist as soon as possible.

Do not try to put a baby tooth back in.

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

Prices and insurance arrangements change, so confirm the details with reception before you go.

• Consultation fee: ask what the first examination costs and whether X-rays are charged separately.
• Treatment estimate: for crowns, bridges, root canals or whitening, ask for an estimate after the examination and before work begins.
• Insurance: Dr. Rasmi Al Saidat's listed insurers include MedGulf, MetLife Alico, Arabia Insurance Company Jordan (AICJ), Al-Manara, MEICO, Al-Nisr Al-Arabi, Newton, The Islamic Insurance Company, and plans managed by NatHealth. Even when your insurer is listed, ask whether your specific plan covers dental care. Also ask whether cosmetic work such as whitening is excluded and whether you need pre-approval.
• Payment: check whether you pay upfront and claim later, or whether the clinic bills the insurer directly.
• Booking: confirm the day and time against the published hours. Ask how long the appointment will take and whether you should arrive early.

Getting there

All five clinics are in Wadi Musa, within Petra district of Ma'an governorate. The governorate is Jordan's largest by area and is home to around 200,000 residents. People living elsewhere in the governorate, in Ma'an city, Shobak, Al-Husseiniya or Al-Jafr, may need to plan for travel time. Booking ahead helps avoid a wasted trip. Each entry above gives the clinic's street location, which you can confirm with reception.

Visitors to the ancient city of Petra often spend long days on foot at the site. A daytime or evening slot that matches your sightseeing plans can make a visit easier. For hospital care in the area, the listed hospitals are Queen Rania Al-Abdullah Hospital in Petra and Ma'an Government Hospital.

Checklist before you book

• Pick a clinic whose published hours fit your day, and remember no Friday hours are listed.
• Confirm the clinic's street location in Wadi Musa and how you will get there.
• Ask whether your insurer and plan are accepted, and whether you need pre-approval.
• Ask the price of the first examination and any X-rays.
• If you are visiting, mention how long you will stay in Petra.
• Prepare a list of your medicines, allergies and medical conditions.
• Bring your ID, insurance card and any previous dental records.
• Note the warning signs that need emergency care, and keep 911 in mind.