Editorial Disclaimer
About our content
The Dentally Times is an online editorial magazine dedicated to celebrating the identity, culture and human side of dental clinics across the United Arab Emirates. Our articles use light humor, expressive language and narrative storytelling to highlight dental experiences, clinic personality and the emotional relationship patients often have with oral care. Articles may include creative comparisons or stylized descriptions to enhance readability.
Our content is not investigative journalism and does not verify clinical performance, medical efficacy, pricing accuracy or operational details of any dental clinic unless explicitly stated.
No advice
Our content does not constitute:
- Legal advice
- Medical or dental advice
- Financial or investment guidance
- Professional recommendations
- Diagnosis or treatment suggestions
Nothing on the Site should be interpreted as a substitute for a consultation with a licensed UAE dental professional. Always seek qualified clinical guidance before making dental or medical decisions.
Fiction, expression, and coincidences
To enrich storytelling, some elements may include expressive phrasing, humorous exaggerations, creative metaphors, dramatized comparisons or fictionalized scenarios inspired by common dental experiences.
Unless explicitly stated, any resemblance to real persons, clinics, or events beyond the featured clinic is coincidental. Creative exaggeration is a stylistic tool, not a factual statement.
Use of publicly available clinic materials
The Dentally Times uses only publicly available materials when featuring a clinic. This includes logos, contact details, service descriptions, images and other information that appears on the clinic’s official website or public social media channels. We do not publish private, confidential or non-public materials. If a clinic wishes to update or replace any public materials used, it may contact us and we will review the request.
Editorial boundaries
We follow strict editorial boundaries aligned with the UAE cultural norms. We do not publish content involving:
- Politics
- Religion
- Sexual references
- Violence
- Criminal activity
- Defamation or harassment
- Body-shaming or personal attacks
- Medical claims or guarantees
Our tone remains respectful, human and supportive of both clinics and patients.
We reserve the right to update these boundaries at any time.
Corrections and right of reply
Requesting a correction
If you believe an article contains an inaccurate detail about your clinic or unintentionally references your business, email info@thedentallytimes.com with:
- the article URL
- a clear explanation of the issue
- supporting information if relevant
- why you believe the detail refers to your clinic
Review process
We aim to acknowledge requests within two business days and review them within ten business days. Complex cases may require additional time. We may request further clarification or verification.
Possible outcomes
Following review, potential resolutions include:
- Correction
- Clarification
- Editor’s note
- Partial edits
- Full takedown
- No action if the request lacks merit
Right of reply
When appropriate, we may offer the clinic a brief reply statement which we may edit for clarity, accuracy, and compliance with UAE laws.
Advertising and sponsorship disclosure
The Dentally Times may include sponsored articles, clinic visibility packages, or promotional features. All sponsored content will be clearly labeled, such as Sponsored Feature or Paid Collaboration.
Editorial independence remains fundamental. Opinions expressed in our articles are our own, and paid features do not influence independent editorial pieces.
Paid articles
For clinics purchasing a paid editorial feature, we do not include third-party ads, Google AdSense, affiliate links or promotional banners inside the paid article. Paid features remain clean and exclusive to ensure a premium reading experience.
Use of AI and automation
We may use AI assisted tools to support parts of our editorial workflow such as idea refinement, draft structuring or stylistic suggestions. These tools serve only as creative assistance. All final content decisions, editing, and publication approvals are made by human editors.
We do not authorize the use of our content to train third-party AI systems without written permission.
Accessibility statement
We aim to provide an accessible website for the widest possible audience. Our efforts include:
- Semantic HTML
- Alternative text where practical
- Meaningful link descriptions
- Keyboard-friendly navigation
- Readable contrast
Known limitations
Third-party widgets, legacy embeds and older media may not meet full accessibility standards. We continue working toward improvements.
Feedback
If you encounter accessibility issues, email info@thedentallytimes.com with the page URL and description of the issue. We aim to respond within ten business days.
Social media house rules
We welcome engagement on our social channels. To maintain a respectful environment, we do not allow:
- Harassment or hate speech
- Threats or abuse
- False claims or defamation
- Spam or promotional flooding
- Impersonation
- Sharing of private or confidential information
We may remove comments or block accounts that violate these rules or platform policies.
For editorial concerns, contact us directly at info@thedentallytimes.com.
Third-party content
Our Site may include links or embeds from YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn or external publications. These third-party services operate under their own terms and policies. We do not control or endorse third-party content.
Contact
For questions related to this Editorial Disclaimer or any editorial matter, contact: info@thedentallytimes.com
Last updated: 6/December/2025