Privacy Policy
Hoffman Orthodontics respects the privacy of visitors who use this website. This Privacy Policy explains the types of information that may be collected through this website, how that information may be used and shared, and the choices available to visitors. By using this website, visitors agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
The Information This Website Collects
This website may collect information that visitors choose to submit, along with certain information collected automatically through normal website use.
Information You Provide
When a visitor completes a form, submits a message, or otherwise provides information through this website, that information may be collected by Hoffman Orthodontics. This may include details such as a name, email address, phone number, message content, appointment-related information, or other information voluntarily entered into a form on the site.
If patient forms are made available through this website, the information submitted through those forms may also be collected for administrative, communication, or appointment-related purposes.
Information Collected Automatically
Some information may be collected automatically when a visitor uses this website. This may include a device’s IP address, browser type, operating system, referring website, pages visited, time spent on pages, and the date and time of access.
This information is generally used to support website functionality, understand how the site is being used, and help maintain website performance and security.
Cookies
This website may use cookies and similar technologies to support basic functionality, improve the browsing experience, and gather general usage information. Cookies are small files placed on a device that help the website recognize browser activity and remember certain preferences or settings.
Some cookies may be necessary for the website to function properly, while others may be used to understand how visitors interact with the website.
How This Information Is Used
Information collected through this website may be used to respond to inquiries, review appointment or contact requests, communicate with visitors, and support normal website operations. It may also be used to improve website content, evaluate performance, maintain security, troubleshoot technical issues, and meet legal or regulatory obligations when required.
Hoffman Orthodontics may also use submitted information to follow up on requests made through the website and to better understand how to improve the visitor experience.
How Information May Be Shared
Information collected through this website may be shared in limited circumstances. This may include sharing information with service providers or vendors that support website hosting, form processing, analytics, communications, or related operational services.
Information may also be shared when necessary to comply with applicable law, respond to lawful requests, protect the rights or safety of Hoffman Orthodontics or others, investigate fraud or security concerns, or as part of a business transition such as a merger, sale, or transfer of assets.
Hoffman Orthodontics does not state in this Privacy Policy that personal information collected through the website is sold to third parties.
Your Choices
Visitors have choices regarding certain privacy-related features of this website, including cookies and requests related to submitted information.
Cookie Controls
Most internet browsers allow users to manage cookie settings through browser preferences. Visitors may be able to block, delete, or limit cookies through those settings.
Disabling cookies may affect certain website functions or features.
Privacy Requests
Visitors who want to ask questions about information submitted through this website, or who wish to request access to, correction of, or deletion of that information, may contact Hoffman Orthodontics directly. Any such request will be reviewed and addressed in accordance with applicable law and the nature of the information involved.
Opt-Out Signals
Some browsers or devices offer privacy settings or opt-out signals intended to communicate tracking preferences. If this website recognizes or responds to such signals, they may be honored where applicable.
Because website technologies and legal requirements can vary, the handling of opt-out signals may depend on the systems in use at the time of the visit.
Additional Information
The sections below provide additional details about privacy and website use.
Data Security
Reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards may be used to help protect information submitted through this website. Even so, no method of transmission over the internet and no electronic storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Visitors should use caution when submitting information online.
Data Retention
Information collected through this website may be retained for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law, regulation, or legitimate operational needs.
When information is no longer needed, reasonable steps may be taken to dispose of it appropriately.
Children’s Privacy
This website is intended for adults and for parents or legal guardians acting on behalf of minors. Hoffman Orthodontics does not knowingly collect personal information online directly from children without the involvement of a parent or legal guardian.
If it is believed that information has been submitted by a child without appropriate authorization, Hoffman Orthodontics may be contacted so the matter can be reviewed.
Third-Party Links
This website may contain links to third-party websites or services for convenience or reference. Hoffman Orthodontics is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of any third-party website.
Visitors should review the privacy policies of third-party websites separately before submitting personal information through them.
Health Information
This Privacy Policy applies to information collected through this website. It does not replace any separate notice or policy that may apply to protected health information maintained by Hoffman Orthodontics under applicable healthcare privacy laws.
If Hoffman Orthodontics provides a separate Notice of Privacy Practices or similar patient privacy documentation, that separate notice will govern the use and disclosure of protected health information where applicable.
Contact Us
If there are questions about this Privacy Policy or about the privacy practices related to this website, Hoffman Orthodontics may be contacted directly through the contact information provided on this website.
Last Updated: April 17, 2026