RankMath: Content AI & SEO Analysis SOP

Step 1: Access SEO Analysis Tools

Where to Find It:

Edit any page/post in WordPress
Scroll down to "Rank Math SEO" panel
Click the "SEO Analysis" tab (green/red circle icon)

What You'll See:

SEO Score (0-100 points)
List of passed/failed SEO factors
Content AI suggestions (if enabled)

Step 2: Set Your Focus Keyword

Action: In the "Focus Keyword" field, enter your main target keyword

Examples:

✅ Good: "dental implants Chicago"
✅ Good: "wedding photography pricing"
❌ Bad: "dental, implants, Chicago" (don't use commas)
❌ Bad: "best amazing dental implants" (too stuffed)

Why This Matters: RankMath analyzes your content against this keyword to give you an SEO score.

Step 3: Fix Basic SEO Issues First

Check These Items (Fix Red X's First):

Title Tag Issues:

❌ Problem: "Focus keyword not in title"
✅ Fix: Add focus keyword to your title
Example: Change "Our Services" → "Dental Implant Services in Chicago"

Meta Description Issues:

❌ Problem: "Focus keyword not in meta description"
✅ Fix: Write 150-160 character description with keyword
Sample: "Get affordable dental implants in Chicago. Our experienced team offers same-day procedures with 5-year warranty. Schedule consultation today."

Content Length Issues:

❌ Problem: "Content is too short"
✅ Fix: Add more valuable content (aim for 600+ words minimum)

Step 4: Improve Content Quality Score

Use RankMath's Content Suggestions:

Keyword Density:

Target: 0.5-2.5% keyword density
Example: If your content is 400 words, use your focus keyword 2-4 times naturally

Related Keywords:

RankMath shows "Related Keywords" suggestions
Action: Add 2-3 related terms naturally in your content
Example: For "dental implants," add: "tooth replacement," "oral surgery," "permanent teeth"

Subheadings (H2/H3):

❌ Problem: "Focus keyword not found in subheadings"
✅ Fix: Include keyword in at least one H2 or H3
Example: Change "Our Process" → "Our Dental Implant Process"

Step 5: Use Content AI Recommendations ❌

If You Have RankMath Pro:

Access Content AI:

Click "Content AI" tab in RankMath panel
Review suggested improvements

Common AI Suggestions:

Add FAQ Section - Include common customer questions
Improve Readability - Break up long paragraphs
Add Internal Links - Link to 2-3 related pages on your site
Include Numbers/Statistics - Add specific data when relevant

Sample AI Implementation:

AI suggests: "Add FAQ about pricing"
Your action: Add section "Frequently Asked Questions About Dental Implant Costs"

Step 6: Monitor Your SEO Score

Target Scores:

🟢 80-100: Excellent optimization
🟡 60-79: Good, minor improvements needed
🔴 Below 60: Needs significant work

Quick Win Checklist:

Focus keyword in title
Focus keyword in first paragraph
Focus keyword in at least one subheading
Meta description written (150-160 chars)
At least 600 words of content
2-3 internal links added
Image alt text includes keyword

Step 7: Save and Test

Final Steps:

Click "Update" to save changes
Wait 24-48 hours
Check Google Search Console for improvement
Repeat process for next priority page

Quick Success Check:

SEO score improved by 20+ points?
Green checkmarks increased?
Content reads naturally (not keyword-stuffed)?

Next Page Priority: Focus on your highest-traffic pages first, then work down your priority list.

Homepage
Services page

Homepage Walkthrough

BEFORE State - Typical Homepage Issues

Current Homepage Title: "Welcome to ABC Dental Practice"
Current Meta Description: "We provide dental services"
Focus Keyword: Not set
SEO Score: 32/100 ❌

Step-by-Step Fix Process

Step 1: Set Focus Keyword

Choose: "dentist [your city]"

Example: "dentist Chicago" or "family dentist Austin"
Why: People search for "dentist near me" or "dentist [city]"

Step 2: Fix Title Tag

From: "Welcome to ABC Dental Practice"
To: "Best Family Dentist in Chicago | ABC Dental Practice"

✅ Focus keyword at the beginning
✅ Brand name included
✅ Under 60 characters

Step 3: Write Better Meta Description

From: "We provide dental services"
To: "Trusted family dentist in Chicago offering cleanings, fillings, crowns & emergency dental care. 20+ years experience. Book your appointment today!"

✅ 155 characters (perfect length)
✅ Focus keyword included
✅ Call-to-action added

Step 4: Content Optimization

Add Focus Keyword in First Paragraph:

"Welcome to ABC Dental Practice, your trusted family dentist in Chicago. For over 20 years, we've provided comprehensive dental care to families throughout the Chicago area."

Create Keyword-Rich Subheadings:

H2: "Why Choose Our Chicago Dental Practice?"
H2: "Comprehensive Dental Services in Chicago"
H2: "Your Local Chicago Dentist Team"

Add Related Keywords Naturally:

"dental care Chicago"
"Chicago dental office"
"family dentist near me"
"dental treatments"

Step 5: Content AI Improvements

AI Suggestion: "Add service list"
Your Action: Add bullet list of services:

Preventive dental cleanings
Dental fillings and crowns
Root canal therapy
Emergency dental care

AI Suggestion: "Include patient testimonials"
Your Action: Add 2-3 short patient quotes

AI Suggestion: "Add FAQ section"
Your Action: Include common questions like:

"Do you accept insurance?"
"What are your office hours?"
"Do you handle dental emergencies?"

AFTER State - Optimized Homepage

SEO Score: 89/100 ✅
Green Checkmarks: 12/15
Improvements: Title optimized, meta description compelling, content comprehensive

Service Page Walkthrough - "Dental Implants"

BEFORE State - Typical Service Page

Current Title: "Dental Implants"
Current Content: 200 words, very basic
Focus Keyword: Not set
SEO Score: 28/100 ❌

Step-by-Step Fix Process

Step 1: Set Focus Keyword

Choose: "dental implants Chicago" (location + service)

Alternative options: "tooth implants Chicago" or "dental implant surgery Chicago"

Step 2: Optimize Title & Meta

New Title: "Dental Implants Chicago | Permanent Tooth Replacement | ABC Dental"
New Meta: "Get dental implants in Chicago from experienced implant dentists. Same-day procedures available. Replace missing teeth permanently. Free consultation - call today!"

Step 3: Structure Content with Keywords

H1: "Dental Implants in Chicago - Permanent Tooth Replacement"

Content Structure:

H2: "What Are Dental Implants?" [Explain implants with focus keyword usage]H2: "Benefits of Chicago Dental Implants"- Permanent solution- Natural appearance  - Preserve jawbone health- No impact on adjacent teethH2: "Our Chicago Dental Implant Process"- Initial consultation and evaluation- Implant placement surgery  - Healing and osseointegration- Crown placement and completionH2: "Dental Implant Costs in Chicago"[Include pricing information, insurance details]H2: "Why Choose ABC Dental for Implants in Chicago?"[Your unique selling points]H2: "Frequently Asked Questions About Dental Implants"- How long do dental implants last?- Am I a candidate for dental implants?- Is the implant procedure painful?- How much do dental implants cost?

Step 4: Content AI Enhancements

AI Suggestion: "Add before/after images"
Your Action: Include patient transformation photos (with permission)

AI Suggestion: "Include recovery timeline"
Your Action: Add detailed healing schedule:

Week 1-2: Initial healing
Month 1-3: Osseointegration
Month 3-6: Final restoration

AI Suggestion: "Add internal links"
Your Action: Link to related pages:

Link to "Tooth Extractions" page
Link to "Dental Crowns" page
Link to "Payment Options" page

AI Suggestion: "Include patient testimonials"
Your Action: Add 2-3 specific implant patient reviews

Step 5: Technical Optimization

Image Alt Text:

"Dental implant diagram showing titanium post and crown in Chicago dental office"
"Before and after dental implant results Chicago patient"

Schema Markup: (RankMath auto-generates)

Service schema for "Dental Implant Service"
LocalBusiness schema for location

AFTER State - Optimized Service Page

Content Length: 1,200+ words
SEO Score: 92/100 ✅
Focus Keyword Usage: 8 times naturally
Related Keywords: 12 variations included
Internal Links: 6 relevant links added