Privacy Policy

Business Legal Name: RONAK N MODY DMD A PROFESSIONAL DENTAL CORPORATION (d/b/a Half Moon Orthodontics)

Effective Date: August 27, 2026

Website: https://halfmoonortho.com/

1. Introduction & Scope

This Privacy Policy outlines how RONAK N MODY DMD A PROFESSIONAL DENTAL CORPORATION collects, uses, protects, and handles your personal information when you visit our website at https://halfmoonortho.com/, fill out our contact forms, request orthodontic consultations, or communicate with us via phone, email, or text messaging (SMS). By using our services, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information directly provided by you to deliver orthodontic care, braces, and clear aligner services:

• Personal Identification Information: Full name, phone number, physical address, and email address.
• Treatment & Consultation Details: Information regarding your orthodontic inquiries, care preferences, appointment schedules, and general consultation requests.
• Consent & Opt-In Records: Secure, timestamped logs of your explicit consent actions when opting into SMS or email communications via our online web forms.
• Technical & Usage Data: Automated information collected via standard web technologies, including IP addresses, browser types, operating systems, and page navigation patterns via cookies.

3. How We Use Your Information

Your information is utilized solely for legitimate dental practice and service delivery purposes:

• Scheduling complimentary orthodontic consultations and appointment reminders.
• Sending personalized treatment updates, financing plans, and patient care details.
• Communicating important non-marketing transactional updates regarding active orthodontic treatment.
• Distributing promotional newsletters or smile care tips only if you explicitly opted into receiving marketing communications.
• Maintaining legal, regulatory, and TCPA compliance records.

4. SMS Messaging Terms & Compliance

By providing your phone number and submitting our website contact forms with an unchecked opt-in box, you agree to receive text messages from RONAK N MODY DMD A PROFESSIONAL DENTAL CORPORATION:

• Explicit Opt-In: We enforce strict TCPA guidelines. Text messages are sent only to individuals who actively check an un-preselected consent checkbox on our website forms. Consent is never bundled or mandatory for receiving dental care.
• Opt-Out Procedure: You can opt out of SMS messaging at any time. Text STOP to +1 949-208-2607 to immediately cancel all text communications. You will receive a single final confirmation text.
• Customer Support: Text HELP to +1 949-208-2607 or email hello@halfmoonortho.com for immediate assistance regarding our text message program.
• Rates & Frequency: Message frequency varies depending on your active treatment plan and appointment schedule. Standard message and data rates applied by your mobile provider may apply.

5. SMS Data Protection & Non-Sharing Commitment

No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties under any circumstances. Information sharing with necessary subcontractors or platform providers (e.g., appointment scheduling or patient management systems) occurs strictly for technical delivery and service execution, under legally binding confidentiality agreements.

6. Data Security Measures

We maintain robust administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal data against loss, unauthorized access, disclosure, or alteration. All electronic records are stored behind encrypted firewalls and protected secure storage systems.

7. Your Legal Rights & Controls

You have the right to request access to the personal data we hold about you, request corrections to inaccurate information, or demand the deletion of your personal details from our active databases. To exercise these rights, please contact us directly using the information provided below.

8. Contact Us

For any privacy concerns, data inquiries, or questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: