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Terms & Conditions

Last Updated: May 2026

Introduction

Welcome to Westwood Orthodontics (“Westwood Orthodontics,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). These Terms & Conditions govern your access to and use of our website, orthodontic services, and SMS messaging program.

By accessing our website, scheduling an appointment, submitting any online form, or opting in to receive SMS communications, you agree to these Terms & Conditions. If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use our website or services.

Orthodontic Services

Westwood Orthodontics provides orthodontic consultations, examinations, treatment planning, braces, Invisalign®, retainers, appointment scheduling, patient support, billing assistance, and related orthodontic services.

The information provided on this website is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional dental or orthodontic advice. Always consult a licensed dental professional regarding your treatment.

Appointment Requests

Appointments may be requested through our website, by telephone, or in person. All appointment requests are subject to confirmation by Westwood Orthodontics.

SMS Terms of Service

Program Name

Westwood Orthodontics SMS Program

Program Description

The Westwood Orthodontics SMS Program allows patients and prospective patients who have provided express consent to receive SMS communications from our office.

SMS messages may include:

  • Appointment confirmations
  • Appointment reminders
  • Treatment updates
  • Billing notifications
  • Customer support communications
  • Office announcements
  • Responses to patient inquiries
  • Occasional promotional messages regarding orthodontic services, special offers, and practice updates (only where marketing consent has been provided)

Message Frequency

Message frequency varies depending on your appointments, treatment plan, requests, and interactions with our office.

Message & Data Rates

Message and data rates may apply for messages sent to you from us and from you to us. For questions regarding your text or data plan, please contact your wireless provider.

Opt-Out Instructions

You can cancel the SMS service at any time by replying STOP to any SMS message.

After you send STOP, we will send one final SMS confirming that you have been unsubscribed. After this confirmation, you will no longer receive SMS messages from Westwood Orthodontics unless you choose to opt in again.

Rejoining Instructions

If you previously opted out and would like to receive SMS messages again, simply complete one of our website forms and provide your consent as you did initially, or contact our office directly to request that SMS messaging be re-enabled.

HELP Instructions

If you experience issues with our SMS program, reply HELP to any SMS message for assistance.

You may also contact us directly:

Westwood Orthodontics

Phone: +1 (310) 208-6333

Email: hello@westwoodbraces.com

Website: https://westwoodlaorthodontics.com/

Carrier Liability Disclaimer

Wireless carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.

Consent

By providing your mobile phone number and selecting the SMS consent checkbox on our website, you expressly consent to receive SMS communications from Westwood Orthodontics.

Consent to receive SMS messages is not a condition of receiving orthodontic treatment or purchasing any goods or services.

Age Requirement

By opting into our SMS program, you represent that you are at least eighteen (18) years of age or that you have obtained permission from a parent or legal guardian.

SMS Privacy

No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. Information sharing to subcontractors in support services, such as customer service, is permitted. All other use case categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties, excluding aggregators and providers of the Text Message services.

For additional information regarding how your personal information is collected, used, and protected, please review our Privacy Policy:

https://westwoodlaorthodontics.com/privacy-policy/

User Responsibilities

By using our website or services, you agree that:

  • The information you provide is accurate and complete.
  • You will promptly update your contact information if it changes.
  • You will use our website and services only for lawful purposes.
  • You will not attempt unauthorized access to our systems or networks.
  • You will comply with all applicable laws and regulations while using our website and services.

Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, videos, trademarks, documents, and other materials, is the property of Westwood Orthodontics unless otherwise stated.

No content may be copied, reproduced, modified, distributed, published, or otherwise used without the prior written permission of Westwood Orthodontics.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience. Westwood Orthodontics is not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or policies of any third-party websites.

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external websites you visit.

Disclaimer

The information and services available through this website are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. Westwood Orthodontics does not guarantee uninterrupted access to the website or that the website will be free from errors, viruses, or other harmful components.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Westwood Orthodontics shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of this website, our services, or our SMS messaging program.

Compliance Statement

Westwood Orthodontics complies with all applicable telecommunications regulations, carrier requirements, CTIA Messaging Principles and Best Practices, and other applicable industry standards governing SMS communications.

By opting into our SMS program, you acknowledge and agree to receive SMS messages in accordance with these Terms & Conditions.

Legal Compliance

These Terms & Conditions shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

If any provision of these Terms & Conditions is determined to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

Privacy Policy

Your use of our website, services, and SMS messaging program is also governed by our Privacy Policy.

Please review our Privacy Policy here:

https://westwoodlaorthodontics.com/privacy-policy/

Changes to These Terms

Westwood Orthodontics reserves the right to modify these Terms & Conditions at any time.

Any updates will become effective immediately upon posting to this page with the revised “Last Updated” date.

Your continued use of our website or services after any changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms & Conditions.

Contact Information

Westwood Orthodontics

1060 Glendon Ave., Suite 106

Los Angeles, CA 90024

Phone: +1 (310) 208-6333

Email: hello@westwoodbraces.com

Website: https://westwoodlaorthodontics.com/