Medical review policy
Our Medical Review Policy: How a Dentist Checks Our Guides Before They Go Live
Can you trust dental advice online? You should ask. This page shows who reviews our guides, what they check, how often we update them and what to do if you spot a mistake.
- Reviewed by Dr Wahid Kathuda
- Updated at least every 12 months
- Errors corrected within 7 days
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What does “medically reviewed” mean on Sehaj Mal?
It means a qualified dentist has read the guide, checked the medical facts and approved it before you see it. The writer drafts. The dentist checks. The two jobs are separate.
Our medical guides cover dental pain, gum health, dental implants, veneers and crowns and dental care in Istanbul. Each one shows the reviewer’s name and the date of the last review.
Medical review sits beside our editorial policy, which explains how articles are researched and written. You can read about the site on the About Sehaj Mal page.
Who reviews the medical content on a dental website like this one?
Medical reviewer
Dr Wahid Kathuda, dentist, Istanbul
- Doctor of Dental Medicine, Near East University, 6 July 2015
- Degree recognised in Turkey by the Council of Higher Education (YÖK), December 2015
- Diploma registered with Turkey’s Ministry of Health, January 2016
Read his full background on the Dr Wahid Kathuda profile, or meet the team on our dentists page.
How are our dental articles medically reviewed, step by step?
Every medical guide follows the same six steps.
- Step 1
Research
The writer gathers information from guidelines and reputable health bodies, such as the WHO, the NHS and the ADA.
- Step 2
Drafting
The writer drafts the guide in plain English and lists the sources used.
- Step 3
Medical review
Dr Wahid checks facts, treatment descriptions, risks, timings and safety advice.
- Step 4
Corrections
The writer fixes anything the reviewer flags. Unclear or unsupported claims are removed.
- Step 5
Approval and publishing
The reviewer approves the final text. We publish it with his name and the review date.
- Step 6
Scheduled re-review
We re-check each guide at least every 12 months, and sooner if guidance changes.
What exactly does the dentist check in each guide?
Accuracy
Are the medical facts correct and up to date?
Safety
Are warning signs and “see a dentist now” advice clear?
Balance
Are risks and limits explained, not only benefits? No promises of guaranteed results.
Clarity
Can a non-dentist understand it without confusion?
What can medical review do, and what are its limits?
- Guides about symptoms, conditions and treatments.
- Descriptions of procedures, recovery and risks.
- Safety advice, such as when to seek urgent care.
- Comparisons, such as implants vs dentures.
Medical review makes a guide more reliable. It does not replace an exam. A guide cannot diagnose you, because only a dentist who sees your mouth and X-rays can do that.
If you have swelling, fever or severe pain, read about a swollen face and tooth infection and seek care quickly.
Do
- Check the reviewer’s name and date.
- Compare with NHS, WHO or ADA advice.
- Tell us if something looks wrong.
Don’t
- Treat any website as a diagnosis.
- Delay urgent care because of an article.
- Trust pages with no named reviewer.
How do you report a medical error on a dental website?
We want to hear it. Here is what happens when you tell us.
1. Tell us
Message us on WhatsApp or use the contact page. Include the page link and what looks wrong.
2. We check
The medical reviewer looks at it. We aim to reply within 7 days.
3. We fix and note it
Confirmed errors are corrected and the review date is updated. Major corrections are noted on the page.
Is Sehaj Mal’s medical review independent from the clinic?
No, and we say so clearly. Sehaj Mal is affiliated with the clinic of Dr Wahid Kathuda, and he also reviews our content. This is a conflict of interest, so we manage it openly:
- We state the affiliation on our pages.
- We tell you when treatment is not needed, and we include risks and limits.
- We send you to neutral sources, such as the NHS and WHO.
- We encourage a second opinion before you travel.
Our guides on upsell warnings and Turkey teeth problems show how we try to keep the advice honest.
Your questions about our medical review policy
What does “medically reviewed” mean on Sehaj Mal?
A qualified dentist has read the guide, checked the medical facts and approved it before publication. The page shows the reviewer’s name and the date of the last review.
Who reviews the medical content on Sehaj Mal?
Dr Wahid Kathuda, a dentist in Istanbul, reviews our medical content. He holds a Doctor of Dental Medicine from Near East University, awarded in 2015.
How often do you update and re-review your guides?
We re-review each guide at least every 12 months. We update sooner if medical guidance changes or if a reader reports a problem.
Is the medical review independent from the clinic?
No. Sehaj Mal is affiliated with the clinic of Dr Wahid Kathuda, and he also reviews our content. We state this openly and point to neutral sources such as the NHS and WHO.
What sources do you use for dental information?
We use guidelines and information from reputable health bodies, such as the World Health Organization, the NHS and the American Dental Association, along with professional clinical experience.
How do I report a medical error on your website?
Message us on WhatsApp at +90 531 258 28 47 or use our contact page. Send the page link and describe what looks wrong. We aim to reply within 7 days.
What happens when you find a mistake?
The reviewer checks it. Confirmed errors are corrected and the review date is updated. Major corrections are noted on the page.
Can I use your guides instead of seeing a dentist?
No. Our guides are general information, not a diagnosis. Only a dentist who examines you can confirm what you need. For urgent symptoms, seek care without delay.
Have a question about how we check our advice?
Ask us anything, and we will answer honestly. For neutral background on keeping your mouth healthy, the World Health Organization explains the main risks and prevention steps in its oral health fact sheet.
Call +90 531 258 28 47 · Istanbul, Turkey.