Terms and Conditions
These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of the website located at [https://shemcreek.dental](https://shemcreek.dental) (“Site”) operated by Shem Creek Dental (“us,” “we,” or “our”).
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of the Terms, then you may not access the Site.
2. No Dental-Patient Relationship
The content on the Site, including but not limited to text, graphics, images, and other material, is for informational and educational purposes only. Use of the Site does not establish a dentist-patient relationship between you and Shem Creek Dental or any of its dentists.
THE INFORMATION ON THIS SITE IS NOT INTENDED TO BE A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL OR DENTAL ADVICE, DIAGNOSIS, OR TREATMENT. Always seek the advice of your qualified dental provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or dental condition.
3. Use of the Site
- Permitted Use: You are granted a non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Site strictly in accordance with these Terms for the purpose of learning about our services, scheduling appointments, and accessing patient information.
- Prohibited Use: You agree not to use the Site for any purpose that is unlawful or prohibited by these Terms, including damaging, disabling, or overburdening the Site.
4. Appointment Scheduling and Communication
- Requests: Any appointment request submitted through the Site is a request and is not confirmed until you receive a direct confirmation from a Shem Creek Dental staff member, typically via phone or email.
- Electronic Communication: By providing your phone number and email address on the Site, you consent to receive communications from us regarding appointments, treatment, and promotional messages, which may be sent via email, phone call, or text message.
5. Intellectual Property
The Site and its original content, features, and functionality are and will remain the exclusive property of Shem Creek Dental and its licensors. Our trademarks and trade dress may not be used in connection with any product or service without the prior written consent of Shem Creek Dental.
6. Links to Other Websites
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Shem Creek Dental. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services. We strongly advise you to read the terms and conditions and privacy policies of any third-party websites that you visit.
7. Limitation of Liability and Disclaimer
THE SITE IS PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” BASIS. SHEM CREEK DENTAL DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE SITE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, OR SECURE.
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL SHEM CREEK DENTAL BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, PUNITIVE, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THE USE OF THIS SITE.
8. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of [INSERT YOUR STATE/PROVINCE] without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
9. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. By continuing to access or use our Site after those revisions become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised terms.
Legal Disclaimer and Next Steps: These are robust templates for a dental practice’s public website. Before publishing them, you must:
- Insert the Governing Law: Replace
[INSERT YOUR STATE/PROVINCE]with the correct jurisdiction. - Consult a Lawyer: Have these documents reviewed and customized by a legal professional to ensure full compliance with the laws applicable to your dental practice and its location (especially HIPAA in the US).
