Barron Family Dental — SMS Text Messaging Policy

At Barron Family Dental, we value convenient communication with our patients. To help you stay informed and on schedule, we offer text messaging for appointment reminders, confirmations, and important updates.

1. Purpose of Text Messaging

We may send text messages to:

• * Confirm or remind you of upcoming appointments
• * Notify you of schedule changes or office closures
• * Share important treatment or billing updates (non-confidential only)
• * Send occasional preventive care reminders or promotions

2. Consent to Receive Texts

By providing your mobile number, you agree to receive text messages from Barron Family Dental for communication related to your care.

You may opt out at any time by replying **STOP**. Standard message and data rates may apply.

3. Protected Health Information (PHI)

For your privacy, we do not include sensitive or detailed health information in text messages. Any confidential or treatment-specific discussion will occur by phone or through our secure patient portal.

4. Frequency of Messages

You may receive up to several messages per appointment (e.g., confirmation, reminder, follow-up) and occasional practice updates. We strive to limit texts to essential communication only.

5. Security Disclaimer

While we take patient privacy seriously, please note that standard SMS messaging is not encrypted. By consenting to text communication, you acknowledge this and accept the associated privacy risks.

6. Contact Information

If you have questions or wish to update your communication preferences, please call us at 303-284-6463 or email info@barronfamilydental.com.