Privacy Policy
Last updated: 13 July 2026
Introduction
My Dentist Off Main, doing business as My Dentist Off Main (“My Dentist Off Main,”
“we,” “us,” or “our”) is a family-focused dental practice located in Molalla, Oregon. We
are committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal information.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information
obtained through thedentistoffmain.com and related communications, including SMS
text messaging.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of information:
- Identifiers: name, postal address, email address, phone number.
- Appointment-related administrative information: date, time, and location only.
- Website usage data: IP address, browser type, device information, and pages viewed.
- Communication preferences: including SMS consent status.
We do not intentionally collect sensitive health information through SMS, and patients
should avoid sending detailed health information via text message.
How We Use Information
We use your information to:
- Provide dental services and administrative support.
- Send appointment reminders and practice notifications.
- Respond to enquiries and requests.
- Operate and improve our website.
- Comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
SMS Text Messaging and Consent
If you choose to opt in to receive text messages from My Dentist Off Main, messages
may include:
- Appointment reminders.
- Prescription-ready alerts.
- General practice notifications related to your dental care.
Message frequency varies, typically 1 to 4 messages per month, depending on your
scheduled appointments and practice communications. Message and data rates may
apply.
SMS consent is obtained separately from treatment consent. Opting in to SMS is
voluntary and is not a condition of receiving dental care.
You may opt out at any time by replying STOP. You may request assistance by replying
HELP or by contacting us at info@thedentistoffmain.com or (503) 829-9731. Message
and data rates may apply.
Messages are limited to transactional and informational content related to your dental
care, such as appointment reminders and practice notifications, and are not used for
general marketing campaigns.
HIPAA Considerations
We design SMS communications to avoid the inclusion of Protected Health Information
(PHI). Messages do not include:
- Diagnoses.
- Conditions or symptoms.
- Medications or dosages.
- Test results.
- Reasons for appointments.
Information Sharing and Mobile Data Protection
We may engage service providers who process data on our behalf to support practice
operations, including appointment scheduling systems, payment processors, and
customer service platforms. These providers are contractually prohibited from using
your information for their own marketing purposes.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.
Text messaging originator opt-in data and consent will not be shared with any third
parties, except for aggregators and providers of the text message services necessary to
deliver messages you have requested.
All the above 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.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We may use cookies and similar technologies to improve website functionality and user
experience. You can control cookies through your browser settings.
Your Rights and Choices
You may:
- Opt out of SMS communications at any time without affecting your care.
- Request access to or correction of your personal information, subject to applicable law.
- Opt out of non-essential cookies.
Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect
personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or method
of electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Contact Information
My Dentist Off Main
863 W. Main Street
Molalla, OR 97038
Email: info@thedentistoffmain.com
Phone: (503) 829-9731
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this
page with a revised effective date.
Office Manager: Jacque Winkler
Telephone: (503) 829-9731
E-mail: jacque@thedentistoffmain.com
Address: 863 W. Main Street/ PO Box 657
State: Oregon
City: Molalla
Zip Code: 97038
