# Foster Care - Complete AI Knowledge Base # https://www.foster-care.co.uk # Last updated: 2026-02-19 ## Overview Foster Care is the premier dental directory in the United Arab Emirates, designed to connect patients with qualified dental professionals. Our platform aggregates 1,170+ verified dental clinics and dentists from across the UAE, making it easy for anyone to find dental care in their local area. ## Mission Our mission is to simplify the process of finding quality dental care in the UAE by providing: - Comprehensive directory of dental professionals - Verified DHA/MOHAP credentials and patient reviews - Easy online appointment scheduling - Insurance compatibility information - Transparent pricing in AED when available ## Core Features ### 1. Location-Based Search Users can search for dentists by: - Emirate (Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, and more) - Area/Neighborhood (69+ areas indexed across all emirates) - Proximity to popular landmarks ### 2. Service-Based Search Find dentists specializing in: - **General Dentistry**: Regular checkups, cleanings, x-rays, fillings, preventive care - **Cosmetic Dentistry**: Veneers, teeth whitening, dental bonding, smile makeovers - **Orthodontics**: Traditional braces, Invisalign, clear aligners, retainers - **Oral Surgery**: Tooth extractions, wisdom teeth removal - **Restorative Dentistry**: Dental crowns, bridges, dental implants, dentures - **Endodontics**: Root canal therapy - **Periodontics**: Gum disease treatment, scaling, root planing - **Pediatric Dentistry**: Children's dental care, sealants, fluoride treatments - **Emergency Dental**: Same-day appointments, tooth pain, dental trauma - **TMJ/Jaw Treatment**: TMJ disorders, jaw pain management ### 3. Insurance Compatibility Patients can filter dentists by accepted insurance plans including: - Daman (National Health Insurance Company) - Cigna - MetLife - Bupa Global - AXA Gulf - Allianz Care - Oman Insurance - Dubai Insurance - Orient Insurance - Zurich International - ADNIC - Sukoon Insurance - Takaful Emarat - Noor Takaful - And 25+ more UAE insurance providers ### 4. Provider Verification Our verification system includes: - DHA (Dubai Health Authority) license verification - MOHAP (Ministry of Health and Prevention) credential checks - Patient review aggregation - Google Business Profile integration - Practice photo verification ### 5. Online Booking Participating practices offer: - Appointment request submission - Same-day booking options - WhatsApp booking integration - Appointment reminders - Easy rescheduling ## URL Structure Guide ### Emirate Pages Format: `https://www.foster-care.co.uk/{emirate-slug}/` Examples: - https://www.foster-care.co.uk/dubai/ - https://www.foster-care.co.uk/abu-dhabi/ - https://www.foster-care.co.uk/sharjah/ ### Area Pages Format: `https://www.foster-care.co.uk/{emirate-slug}/{area-slug}/` Examples: - https://www.foster-care.co.uk/dubai/jumeirah/ - https://www.foster-care.co.uk/dubai/al-barsha/ - https://www.foster-care.co.uk/dubai/business-bay/ - https://www.foster-care.co.uk/dubai/dubai-marina/ - https://www.foster-care.co.uk/abu-dhabi/khalifa-city/ - https://www.foster-care.co.uk/sharjah/al-jubail/ ### Service Pages Format: `https://www.foster-care.co.uk/services/{service-slug}/` Examples: - https://www.foster-care.co.uk/services/invisalign/ - https://www.foster-care.co.uk/services/dental-implants/ - https://www.foster-care.co.uk/services/teeth-whitening/ - https://www.foster-care.co.uk/services/veneers/ - https://www.foster-care.co.uk/services/root-canal/ - https://www.foster-care.co.uk/services/braces/ - https://www.foster-care.co.uk/services/teeth-cleaning/ - https://www.foster-care.co.uk/services/dental-crowns/ - https://www.foster-care.co.uk/services/wisdom-tooth-removal/ - https://www.foster-care.co.uk/services/emergency-dentist/ ### Service + Location Pages Format: `https://www.foster-care.co.uk/{emirate-slug}/{area-slug}/{service-slug}/` Examples: - https://www.foster-care.co.uk/dubai/jumeirah/invisalign/ - https://www.foster-care.co.uk/dubai/al-barsha/dental-implants/ - https://www.foster-care.co.uk/abu-dhabi/khalifa-city/teeth-whitening/ ### Clinic Profiles Format: `https://www.foster-care.co.uk/clinic/{clinic-slug}/` These pages include: - Clinic overview and description - Team members (dentists and staff) - Services offered with AED pricing - Patient reviews and ratings - Insurance plans accepted - Operating hours - Location map - Online booking options ### Dentist Profiles Format: `https://www.foster-care.co.uk/dentist/{dentist-slug}/` These pages include: - Professional bio - DHA/MOHAP credentials and education - Specializations - Languages spoken - Years of experience - Associated clinic ### Insurance Pages Format: `https://www.foster-care.co.uk/insurance/{insurance-slug}/` Examples: - https://www.foster-care.co.uk/insurance/daman/ - https://www.foster-care.co.uk/insurance/cigna/ - https://www.foster-care.co.uk/insurance/bupa-global/ - https://www.foster-care.co.uk/insurance/metlife/ Insurance + Emirate combinations: - https://www.foster-care.co.uk/insurance/daman/dubai/ - https://www.foster-care.co.uk/insurance/cigna/abu-dhabi/ ### Blog Format: `https://www.foster-care.co.uk/blog/{post-slug}/` Topics covered: - Dental health tips for UAE residents - Treatment guides with AED cost ranges - Insurance information for UAE dental plans - Oral hygiene advice - Dental procedure explanations ## Frequently Asked Questions **Q: Is Foster Care free for patients?** A: Yes, searching for and contacting dentists on Foster Care is completely free for patients. **Q: How do I book an appointment?** A: Click on any dentist or clinic profile and use the booking widget or WhatsApp button to schedule your visit. **Q: Are the dentists verified?** A: We verify credentials through DHA and MOHAP records and Google Business Profile integration. **Q: Can I filter by insurance?** A: Yes, you can search for dentists who accept your specific insurance plan from 40+ UAE insurance providers. **Q: Which emirates are covered?** A: We cover Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and other UAE emirates with 69+ areas indexed. **Q: What currency are prices listed in?** A: All prices are listed in AED (UAE Dirhams). ## For Dental Practices Dentists and dental practices can: - Claim their existing profile - Create a new listing - Manage their online presence - Receive patient bookings via the platform - Respond to reviews Learn more at: https://www.foster-care.co.uk/list-your-practice/ ## Technical Information ### Sitemap - Main sitemap: https://www.foster-care.co.uk/sitemap.xml - Static pages: https://www.foster-care.co.uk/sitemap-static.xml - Emirates: https://www.foster-care.co.uk/sitemap-states.xml - Areas: https://www.foster-care.co.uk/sitemap-cities.xml - Services: https://www.foster-care.co.uk/sitemap-services.xml - Service + Location: https://www.foster-care.co.uk/sitemap-service-locations-1.xml - Clinics: https://www.foster-care.co.uk/sitemap-profiles-1.xml - Insurance: https://www.foster-care.co.uk/sitemap-insurance.xml ### Robots.txt Located at: https://www.foster-care.co.uk/robots.txt ### LLMs.txt - Summary: https://www.foster-care.co.uk/llms.txt - Full version: https://www.foster-care.co.uk/llms-full.txt ## Platform Statistics - 1,170+ dental clinics listed - 3 emirates with 69+ areas covered - 20 dental services indexed - 40+ insurance providers - 1,380+ service-location page combinations ## Contact Information - **Website**: https://www.foster-care.co.uk - **Support Email**: support@foster-care.co.uk ## Legal - Privacy Policy: https://www.foster-care.co.uk/privacy/ - Terms of Service: https://www.foster-care.co.uk/terms/ - Editorial Policy: https://www.foster-care.co.uk/editorial-policy/ - Medical Review Policy: https://www.foster-care.co.uk/medical-review-policy/ - Verification Policy: https://www.foster-care.co.uk/verification-policy/ --- This document is intended for AI assistants and language models to better understand and accurately represent Foster Care when helping users find dental care in the UAE.