SMS Text Messaging Terms of Service

SMS Terms of Service

Effective Date: February 1, 2026

By opting in to receive SMS messages from Lavoie Pediatric Dentistry, you agree to the following terms:

1. SMS Messaging Service

By providing your phone number, you consent to receive text messages from Lavoie Pediatric Dentistry, including but not limited to:

Appointment reminders
Scheduling confirmations and updates
Post-visit instructions
Billing notifications
Occasional practice updates or relevant information

2. Message Frequency

Message frequency may vary depending on your interaction with our office, but typically includes:

Appointment-related messages as needed
Occasional follow-up or informational messages

3. Message and Data Rates

Message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier plan.

4. Opt-In Consent

You may opt in to receive SMS messages by:

Denoting on patient demographic form
Providing consent in-office
Verbally consenting during communication with our staff

5. Opt-Out Instructions

You may opt out at any time by replying:

OPTOUT to our texting platform

After opting out, you will no longer receive SMS messages except for administrative confirmations of your opt-out.

6. Help Instructions

For assistance, contact us at:
📞 508-233-3341
🌐 staff@lavoiepediatricdentistry.com

7. Privacy

Your information will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy:
https://www.lavoiepediatricdentistry.com/hipaa-notice

We do not share, sell, or rent your mobile information to third parties for marketing purposes.

8. Security Disclaimer

While we take reasonable precautions, SMS is not a fully secure communication method. Please avoid sharing sensitive personal or medical information via text.

9. Eligibility

You must be the account holder or have permission from the account holder to receive SMS messages.

10. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms of Service at any time. Updates will be posted on our website with the revised effective date.