Privacy Policy

This privacy policy ("Policy") explains how personal information is collected, used, and disclosed by Significance Dental Specialists ("we" or "us") with respect to your use of the Web Site located at sdsdental.com and any other Site operated by Significance Dental Specialists which links to this Policy (the "Site") so you can make an informed decision about using the Site. We reserve the right to change the provisions of this Policy at any time. We will alert you that changes have been made by indicating on the Policy the date it was last updated. We encourage you to review this Policy from time to time to make sure that you understand how any personal information you provide will be used.

What Is Personal Information?

As used herein, the term "personal information" means information that specifically identifies an individual (such as a name, address, telephone number, mobile number, e-mail address, or credit card number), or information about that individual that is directly linked to personally identifiable information. Personal information does not include "aggregate" information, which is data we collect about the use of the Site or about a group or category of services or users, from which individual identities or other personal information has been removed. This Policy in no way restricts or limits our collection and use of aggregate information.

What Information Do We Collect?

Active Collection:

We collect information from you in various ways when you visit the Site. For example, we collect information you voluntarily provide to us, such as if you create an account, send us an email, fill out a form, register for an event, provide or request information, or post comments or other content on the Site. Such information may include personal information, such as your name, address, email, telephone number, other contact and demographic information, and credit card number. Personal and demographic information may also be collected if you provide such information in connection with creating a profile or group, leaving comments, submitting or posting content, sending an email or message to another user or participating in any interactive forums or features on the Site.

Passive Collection:

When you use the Site, some information is also automatically collected, such as your Internet Protocol (IP) address, your operating system, the browser type, the address of a referring web site, and your activity on the Site. We treat this information as personal information if we combine it with or link it to any of the identifying information mentioned above. Otherwise, it is used in the aggregate only.

We may also automatically collect certain information through the use of "cookies." Cookies are small data files stored on your hard drive at the request of a website. Among other things, cookies help us improve our Site and your experience. If we link cookies to any personally identifying information, we will treat this information as personal information. If you wish to block, erase, or be warned of cookies, please refer to your browser manufacturer to learn about these functions. However, if you choose to remove or reject cookies, this could affect certain features or Services on our Site.

We may use Web beacons or similar technology on the Site. Web beacons are small, invisible graphic images that may be used on the or in emails relating to the Site to collect certain information and monitor user activity on the Site, such as to count visits, understand usage and campaign effectiveness and to tell if an email has been opened and acted upon.

How Do We Use The Personal Information We Collected

We use personal information collected through our Site for the purposes described in this Policy or elsewhere on the Site. For example, we may use personal information we collect:

• To operate the Site, provide the information or services you request, and to process and complete any transactions
• To request feedback and to otherwise contact you about your use of the Site
• To respond to your emails, submissions, questions, comments, requests, and complaints and provide customer service
• To monitor and analyze site usage and trends, and to personalize and improve the Site and our users' experiences on the Site
• To provide you with news and information about our or third party events, activities, offers, promotions, products, and services we think will be of interest to you
• To send you confirmations, updates, security alerts, and support and administrative messages and otherwise facilitate your use of, and our administration and operation of, the Site
• To notify you about important changes to our Site
• And for any other purpose for which the information was collected.

We may store and process personal information in the United States and other countries.

What Personal Information Do We Share With Third Parties?

We will not share the personal information we collect from you through this Site with third parties, except as described in this Policy or on the Site. For example, we may share personal information as follows:

• With vendors, consultants, and other service providers ("Service Providers") who are engaged by or working with us in connection with the operation of the Site or the services we provide and who need access to such information to carry out their work for us
• When you give us your consent to do so, including if we notify you on the Site that the information you provide will be shared in a particular manner and you provide such information
• In an aggregated or anonymized form that does not directly identify you
• When we believe in good faith that we are lawfully authorized or required to do so or that doing so is reasonably necessary or appropriate to comply with the law or legal processes or respond to lawful requests or legal authorities, including responding to lawful subpoenas, warrants, or court orders
• When we believe in good faith that we are lawfully authorized or required to do so or that doing so is reasonably necessary or appropriate to protect the rights, property, or safety of Significance Dental Specialists our clients, users, employees, copyright owners, third parties or the public, including without limitation to protect Significance Dental Specialists or our clients or users from fraudulent, abusive, inappropriate, or unlawful use of our Site
• To enforce or apply this Policy, our Terms of Use, or our other policies or agreements
• And in connection with, or during negotiations of, any merger, sale of company assets, financing or acquisition, or in any other situation where personal information may be disclosed or transferred as one of the business assets of Significance Dental Specialists.

You understand that when you use the Site, information you post in your profile, blogs, listings, public or private groups, forums and other interactive areas of the Site, as well as any information you share with individuals through the Site or share through social network Site, will be available to other users and in some cases may be publicly available. We recommend you be cautious about giving out personal information to others or sharing personal information in public or private online forums.

We are not responsible for the actions of Service Providers or other third parties, nor are we responsible for any additional information you provide directly to any third parties, and we encourage you to become familiar with their privacy practices before disclosing information directly to any such parties. Nothing herein restricts the sharing of aggregated or anonymized information, which may be shared with third parties without your consent.

Link To Other Website

Our Site may contain links to other websites. Any personal information you provide on the linked pages is provided directly to that third party and is subject to that third party's privacy policy. This Policy does not apply to such linked Site, and we are not responsible for the content or privacy and security practices and policies of this website or any other Site that are linked to from the Site. We encourage you to learn about their privacy and security practices and policies before providing them with personal information.

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies on our Site to improve your experience and understand how visitors use our Site. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. We use them to:

• Remember your preferences and session information
• Analyze traffic and usage patterns (e.g., via Google Analytics)
• Measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns
• Deliver relevant content and advertisements

You may disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect certain features of our Site. We do not respond to "Do Not Track" signals at this time. Third-party analytics and advertising partners may also set cookies when you visit our Site; their use of cookies is governed by their own privacy policies.

Data Security Practices

We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include:

• Secure socket layer (SSL/TLS) encryption for data transmitted through our Site
• Restricted internal access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
• Regular review of data collection, storage, and processing practices
• Agreements with service providers requiring them to protect your data

No method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security. If you believe your information has been compromised, please contact us immediately at (702) 605-6207 or info@sdsdental.com.

Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
• Correction: Request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Deletion: Request that we delete your personal information, subject to legal or contractual obligations.
• Opt-Out of Marketing: Unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time using the unsubscribe link in any email, or by contacting us directly.
• SMS Opt-Out: Reply STOP to any SMS message to immediately unsubscribe from text communications.
• Data Portability: Request your data in a portable format where technically feasible.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@sdsdental.com or (702) 605-6207. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe.

SMS / Text Message Communications

What We Collect

When you opt in to receive SMS communications from Significance Dental Specialists, we collect: your mobile phone number, the date and time of your consent, the method by which you opted in (web form, verbal, or written), and records of messages sent and received. We may also collect device and carrier information associated with message delivery.

How We Use Your SMS Information

We use your mobile number and consent record solely to send you the SMS communications you have agreed to receive. These may include:

• Appointment reminders, confirmations, and rescheduling notices
• Post-treatment care instructions and follow-up check-ins
• Billing and account notifications
• Promotional and marketing messages (where separately and expressly consented)
• Responses to inquiries you initiate via text

No Third-Party Sharing of SMS Opt-In Data

We do not sell, rent, trade, or share your mobile phone number or SMS opt-in consent information with any third parties for their own marketing or promotional purposes. Your SMS opt-in data will never be used by any third party to send you their own marketing messages. Your information is shared only with service providers (such as our SMS platform vendor, GoHighLevel) strictly for the purpose of delivering messages on our behalf, and only under written confidentiality and data protection obligations.

Message Frequency & Rates

Message frequency varies based on the type of communication and your treatment schedule. You may receive up to 4 or more messages per month. Message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier and plan. Significance Dental Specialists does not charge for SMS messages.

How to Opt Out

You may opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying STOP to any message we send. After opting out, you will receive a single confirmation message and no further SMS will be sent unless you re-subscribe. To re-subscribe, reply START. For help, reply HELP, or contact us at (702) 605-6207 or info@sdsdental.com.

Carrier Disclaimer

Mobile carriers are not responsible for delayed or undelivered messages. Significance Dental Specialists is not responsible for any charges, errors, or delays in SMS delivery caused by your mobile carrier or third-party service providers.

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