Privacy Policy
Last updated: October 13, 2026
Star Spangled Smiles (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit https://starspangledsmiles.com (the “Website”), contact us through the Website, or opt in to receive text messages from us.
This Privacy Policy applies only to information collected through the Website. Protected health information you share as a patient of our practice is handled under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and described in our Notice of Privacy Practices, which is available at our office or on request.
Who We Are
Star Spangled Smiles
371 N State Hwy 78, Suite 150
Lavon, TX 75166
Phone: 469-356-0009
Email: info@starspangledsmiles.com
Information We Collect
Information you provide. When you submit a form on the Website, call, or email us, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, and any details you include in your message. Please do not submit detailed medical or health information through Website forms. If you need to discuss your dental health, please call our office.
Information collected automatically. Like most websites, our hosting provider and website software may automatically collect technical information such as your IP address, browser type, device type, pages visited, and the date and time of your visit. We use this information to operate, secure, and improve the Website.
Cookies
The Website may use cookies and similar technologies that are necessary for the site to function, to remember your preferences (for example, settings you choose in our accessibility tool), and to protect forms from spam. You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect how some parts of the Website work.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to respond to your questions and appointment requests, schedule and confirm appointments, send text messages you have agreed to receive, operate and maintain the Website, prevent spam and misuse, and comply with legal obligations.
Text Messaging (SMS)
If you provide your mobile number and opt in, Star Spangled Smiles may send you text messages about appointments and scheduling. If you also opt in to marketing messages, we may send occasional promotional updates. Consent to receive marketing messages is not a condition of receiving care or any purchase.
Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Reply STOP to unsubscribe at any time. Reply HELP for assistance, or contact us at 469-356-0009.
We do not sell, rent, or share your mobile phone number or SMS opt-in consent with third parties or affiliates for their marketing or promotional purposes. Information may be shared with service providers that help us deliver text messages, only for that purpose.
How We Share Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information only with:
Service providers that help us run the Website and our practice, such as website hosting, form processing, and messaging providers, who may use the information only to perform services for us.
Legal and safety purposes when required by law, court order, or government request, or when necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of our practice, patients, or others.
Business transfers in connection with a sale, merger, or transfer of our practice, subject to applicable law.
Third-Party Links and Services
The Website links to third-party websites and services, including Google Maps, Facebook, Instagram, Nextdoor, our membership plan sign-up provider, and financing providers such as Cherry and CareCredit. These third parties have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their content or practices. We encourage you to review their policies before providing any information.
How Long We Keep Your Information
We keep information submitted through the Website only as long as needed to respond to you, provide our services, and meet legal, accounting, or recordkeeping requirements. Patient records are retained as required by Texas law.
How We Protect Your Information
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Choices and Rights
You may contact us to request access to, correction of, or deletion of personal information you have provided through the Website, subject to any information we are required to keep by law. You may opt out of text messages at any time by replying STOP, and you may opt out of marketing emails by using the unsubscribe link or contacting us.
Children’s Privacy
The Website is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 through the Website. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information online, please contact us and we will delete it. Information about minor patients is provided by a parent or legal guardian.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes take effect when posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact Star Spangled Smiles at 469-356-0009 or info@starspangledsmiles.com, or write to us at 371 N State Hwy 78, Suite 150, Lavon, TX 75166.