Privacy policy

Schwartz Orthodontics (“we” or “us” or “our”) respects the privacy of our users (“user” or “you”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://drschwartzorthodontics.com/, including any other media form, media channel, mobile website, or mobile application related or connected thereto (collectively, the “Site”). Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site.

Privacy Notice – SMS Communication Compliance

Data Collection and Use

Schwartz Orthodontics may collect personal information, including your name, email address, and phone number, when you provide it to us through our website, in-office forms, or other communication channels. If you provide your mobile number, you consent to receive SMS messages from us regarding appointment reminders, treatment updates, promotions, and other relevant notifications.

Consent and Opt-In for SMS Messaging

By providing your mobile number, you expressly consent to receive text messages from Schwartz Orthodontics. These messages may include appointment confirmations, follow-ups, practice updates, and promotional offers. Message frequency may vary. Standard message and data rates may apply.

You can opt in to receive SMS messages through:

•Completing an online or in-office registration form

•Checking an opt-in box on our website or patient portal

•Confirming via a double opt-in SMS verification message (if applicable)

How We Use Your Information

We use your phone number solely for the purpose of providing important updates related to your orthodontic care, appointment scheduling, and occasional promotional content. Your phone number will not be shared, sold, or rented to third parties for marketing purposes. However, we may share your number with trusted third-party service providers who assist in delivering SMS communications on our behalf. These providers are contractually required to protect your information and comply with all privacy regulations.

Opt-Out Policy

You can opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by:

•Replying “STOP” to any text message you receive from us.

•Contacting our office at [insert office phone number] or [insert email].

•Updating your communication preferences in our patient portal (if applicable).

After opting out, you will no longer receive SMS messages from Schwartz Orthodontics, except for responses confirming your opt-out request.

Data Security

We take the security of your personal information seriously. We implement administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your phone number and other data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. Our SMS communications are conducted through compliant platforms that adhere to industry standards for data protection.

Data Retention and Deletion

We retain your contact information for as long as necessary to provide services to you. If you wish to have your mobile number removed from our database, please contact us at [insert email or phone number]. We will process deletion requests in accordance with applicable regulations.

Changes to This Policy

Schwartz Orthodontics reserves the right to modify this Privacy Notice at any time. Updates will be posted on our website, and we encourage you to review this policy periodically.

If you have any questions about our SMS communication policy, please contact us at the numbers or address listed below.

We reserve the right to make changes to this Privacy Policy at any time and for any reason.  We will alert you about any changes by updating the “Last Updated” date of this Privacy Policy.  Any changes or modifications will be effective immediately upon posting the upWe reserve the right to make changes to this Privacy Policy at any time and for any reason.  We will alert you about any changes by updating the “Last Updated” date of this Privacy Policy.  Any changes or modifications will be effective immediately upon posting the updated Privacy Policy on the Site, and you waive the right to receive specific notice of each such change or modification.dated Privacy Policy on the Site, and you waive the right to receive specific notice of each such change or modification.

You are encouraged to periodically review this Privacy Policy to stay informed of updates. You will be deemed to have been made aware of, will be subject to, and will be deemed to have accepted the changes in any revised Privacy Policy by your continued use of the Site after the date such revised Privacy Policy is posted.

We may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information we may collect on the Site includes:

Personally identifiable information, such as your name, shipping address, email address, and telephone number, and demographic information, such as your age, gender, hometown, and interests, that you voluntarily give to us when you choose to participate in various activities related to the Site, such as online chat and message boards. You are under no obligation to provide us with personal information of any kind, however your refusal to do so may prevent you from using certain features of the Site.

Information our servers automatically collect when you access the Site, such as your IP address, your browser type, your operating system, your access times, and the pages you have viewed directly before and after accessing the Site.

Device information, such as your mobile device ID, model, and manufacturer, and information about the location of your device, if you access the Site from a mobile device.

Information from third parties, such as personal information or network friends, if you connect your account to the third party and grant the Site permission to access this information.

Having accurate information about you permits us to provide you with a smooth, efficient, and customized experience.  Specifically, we may use information collected about you via the Site to:

• Administer sweepstakes, promotions, and contests.
• Assist law enforcement and respond to subpoena.
• Compile anonymous statistical data and analysis for use internally or with third parties.
• Deliver targeted advertising, coupons, newsletters, and other information regarding promotions and the Site to you.
• Email you regarding your account or order.
• Enable user-to-user communications.
• Generate a personal profile about you to make future visits to the Site more personalized.
• Increase the efficiency and operation of the Site.
• Monitor and analyze usage and trends to improve your experience with the Site.
• Offer new products, services, and/or recommendations to you.
• Perform other business activities as needed.
• Resolve disputes and troubleshoot problems.
• Respond to product and customer service requests.
• Send you a newsletter.