Texting Privacy Policy/Privacy Policy/Anti Spam Policy/Statement of Accessibility
Boutros Orthodontics
TEXTING PRIVACY POLICY
Boutros Orthodontics respects the privacy of our users. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://boutrosortho.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
Boutros 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 Boutros 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 sold, rented, or shared with third parties for marketing purposes. However, we may share it with trusted third-party service providers who assist in delivering SMS communications on our behalf, under strict confidentiality and compliance agreements.
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 (713)218-8338
Updating your communication preferences in our patient portal (if applicable)
After opting out, you will no longer receive SMS messages from Boutros Orthodontics, except for responses confirming your opt-out request.
Data Security
We implement administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. Our SMS communications are conducted through secure platforms that comply with industry standards and data privacy laws.
Data Retention and Deletion
We retain your contact information only as long as necessary to provide services. If you wish to have your mobile number removed from our database, please contact us at (713) 218-8338. We will handle your request in accordance with applicable laws.
Changes to This Policy
Boutros Orthodontics reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on our website, and we encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.
COLLECTION OF YOUR INFORMATION
We may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information we may collect on the Site
includes:
Personal Data
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 vol-untarily give to us when you choose to participate in various activities related to the Site, such as online chat and message boards.
Derivative Data
Information our servers automatically collect when you access the Site, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, access times, and pages visited before and after accessing the Site.
Mobile Device Data
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.
Third-Party Data
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.
USE OF YOUR INFORMATION
We may use information collected about you via the Site to:
• Administer sweepstakes, promotions, and contests
• Assist law enforcement and respond to subpoenas
• Deliver targeted advertising, emails, and newsletters
• Enable user-to-user communications
• Improve our services and website usability
• Send appointment and practice updates
DISCLOSURE OF YOUR INFORMATION
Your information may be disclosed:
• To comply with legal obligations
• To trusted third-party service providers
• With your consent for marketing purposes
• In public postings, like comments or reviews
TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES
We may use cookies, web beacons, tracking pixels, and other technologies to customize the Site and improve your experience.
Internet-Based Advertising
We may use third-party software and tools for ads and remarketing services. To opt out, visit:
http://www.aboutads.info/choices
http://www.adobe.com/privacy/opt-out.html
Website Analytics
We may use third-party analytics vendors to analyze usage and traffic. You are encouraged to review their privacy policies and adjust settings accordingly.
THIRD-PARTY WEBSITES
The Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.
SECURITY OF YOUR INFORMATION
We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your data. However, no method is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.
OPTIONS REGARDING YOUR INFORMATION
Emails and Communications
If you no longer wish to receive communications from us, you may opt out by contacting us using the information below.
CONTACT US
If you have questions or comments about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Boutros Orthodontics 6750 W Loop South, Suite 150
Bellaire, TX 77401 Phone: (713)218-8338 https://boutrosortho.com
PRIVACY POLICY
Privacy Policy for Our Valued Patients
Your trust and privacy are paramount to us as we strive to provide exceptional dental services. This privacy policy is designed to inform you about how we handle personal information collected through our website:
• The kinds of personal information we collect from you via the website, its intended uses, and potential sharing
• Steps you can take to verify and update your information
• Our commitment to securing your information
• How you can manage your data and communication preferences with us.
Collecting, Using, and Sharing Your Information
We collect information that you choose to provide to us through emails or direct contact. This information is under our sole ownership and is never sold or distributed.
We utilize your information primarily to respond to your inquiries and fulfill your requests, ensuring you receive top-notch dental care. We only share your information with entities outside our organization when necessary to deliver these services or as required by law.
With your consent, we may occasionally inform you about our special offers, new products or services, or changes to this privacy policy.
Your Information: Your Choices
You have the freedom to control your information and how we interact with you:
· Request details of the information we hold about you
· Update any incorrect information
· Ask us to remove your personal data subject to certain exceptions
· Discuss any concerns regarding our use of your information.
Our Approach to Your Data Security
While we prioritize the protection of your information, we advise against sending sensitive details via our website’s contact form due to potential interception risks. We are committed to securing your data but recommend using more secure communication methods for sensitive information.
Understanding Cookies on Our Website
Yes, our website may use cookies – but here’s the simple truth: cookies are small data files that help improve your experience on our site. They remember your preferences, making your subsequent visits smoother and more personalized. Our cookies don’t collect personal information or health details; they’re just here to enhance your browsing convenience. Remember, you have control over cookies and can adjust your browser settings to manage them as you see fit.
Navigating External Links
Our website may link to other useful resources, but please note that we do not oversee their privacy practices. We encourage you to review their privacy statements independently.
We value your feedback and are open to suggestions on enhancing our privacy practices.
ANTI SPAM POLICY
What is spam?
Spam is most often considered to be electronic junk mail or junk newsgroup postings. Some people define spam even more generally as any unsolicited email. However, if a long-lost brother finds your email address and sends you a message, this could hardly be called spam, even though it is unsolicited. Real spam is generally email advertising for some product sent to a mailing list or newsgroup. In addition to wasting people’s time with unwanted e-mail, spam also eats up a lot of network bandwidth.
Consequently, there are many organizations, as well as individuals, who have taken it upon themselves to fight spam with a variety of techniques. But because the Internet is public, there is really little that can be done to prevent spam, just as it is impossible to prevent junk mail. However, some online services have instituted policies to prevent spammers from spamming their subscribers.
Our practice has a zero-tolerance spam policy.
Receipt of unwanted messages
In the unlikely event that you receive any message from our practice, that may be considered to be spam, please contact us using the details below and the matter will be investigated.
Changes to this anti-spam policy
Our practice may change this anti-spam policy at any time by publishing a new version on this website.
Anti-spam Techniques – Wikipedia
Should you have any questions about this anti-spam policy, please contact us using the details set out below:
Boutros Orthodontics
6750 W Loop South, Suite 150
Bellaire, TX 77401
(713)218-8338
STATEMENT OF ACCESSIBILITY
We are continuously working to improve the accessibility of content on our website. Below, you’ll find a few recommendations to help make your browsing experience more accessible:
If you have trouble seeing web pages, US Social Security Administration offers these tips for optimizing your computer and browser to improve your online experience.
• Use your computer to read web pages out loud
• Use the keyboard to navigate screens
• Increase text size
• Magnify your screen
• Change background and text colors
• Make your mouse pointer more visible (Windows only)
If you are looking for mouse and keyboard alternatives, speech recognition software such as Dragon Naturally Speaking may help you navigate web pages and online services. This software allows the user to move focus around a web page or application screen through voice controls.
If you are deaf or hard of hearing, there are several accessibility features available to you.
Closed Captioning
Closed captioning provides a transcript for the audio track of a video presentation that is synchronized with the video and audio tracks. Captions are generally visually displayed over the video, which benefits people who are deaf and hard of hearing, and anyone who cannot hear the audio due to noisy environments. Most of our video content includes captions.
Learn how to turn captioning on and off in YouTube
Volume Controls
Your computer, tablet, or mobile device has volume control features. Each video and audio service has its own additional volume controls. Try adjusting both your device’s volume controls and your media players’ volume controls to optimize your listening experience.
If the recommendations above do not meet your needs, we invite you to contact us for assistance via the information below.
Boutros Orthodontics
6750 W Loop South, Suite 150
Bellaire, TX 77401
(713)218-8338