Terms and Conditions
Website Design and Service Agreement
Effective Date: January 6, 2026
Last Updated: January 6, 2026
Welcome to the Wilson Dental Associates website ("Site"). These Website Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Site. By accessing or using the Site, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, you may not use the Site.
These Terms apply only to the Site and do not replace or modify any agreements you may have with Wilson Dental Associates as a patient.
1. About the Site / Informational Use Only
The Site is provided for general informational purposes and to assist visitors in learning about Wilson Dental Associates, its services, and how to contact the practice.
The Site does not provide medical or dental advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Information on the Site may not reflect the most current medical, dental, or regulatory developments. You should consult a qualified dental professional regarding any health-related questions.
2. No Dentist-Patient Relationship
Using the Site, submitting information through forms, sending emails, or contacting the practice through the Site does not create a dentist-patient relationship. A dentist-patient relationship is only formed through an in-person consultation and a formal agreement to provide care.
3. Not for Emergencies
4. Appointments and Communications
If the Site allows you to request an appointment or submit contact information, such request is not a confirmed appointment until you receive confirmation from the practice.
You agree that:
- You will provide accurate contact information when submitting forms
- We may contact you by phone, email, or text regarding your inquiry or appointment request
- Electronic communications may not always be secure
Do not submit sensitive medical or financial information through standard website forms unless the practice provides a secure portal specifically intended for that purpose.
5. Acceptable Use
You agree not to use the Site in any way that:
- Violates any applicable law or regulation
- Infringes intellectual property rights or privacy rights
- Attempts to gain unauthorized access to the Site or its systems
- Interferes with or disrupts the Site, servers, or networks
- Introduces malware, viruses, or harmful code
- Harvests data from the Site using automated means (scraping, bots, etc.) without authorization
- Submits false, misleading, or fraudulent information
Wilson Dental Associates reserves the right to restrict or terminate access to the Site for any user who violates these Terms.
6. Intellectual Property
All content on the Site—including text, graphics, logos, images, videos, design, layout, and other materials—is owned by or licensed to Wilson Dental Associates and is protected by intellectual property laws.
You may view, download, and print content for personal, non-commercial use only. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works without prior written consent.
7. Third-Party Links, Tools, and Services
The Site may include links to third-party websites and may use third-party tools and services, including (without limitation):
- Analytics and performance tools
- Accessibility widgets
- Appointment or form services
- Payment services
- Maps, embedded content, or social media integrations
Wilson Dental Associates and its website developers do not control and are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, security, uptime, performance, or functionality of third-party services. Your use of third-party sites and services is subject to their own terms and policies, and you use them at your own risk.
8. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Site is provided on an "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" basis.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Wilson Dental Associates disclaims all warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.
We do not warrant that:
- The Site will be uninterrupted or error-free
- Defects will be corrected
- The Site or servers are free of viruses or harmful components
- The information on the Site is complete, accurate, or current
9. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Wilson Dental Associates and its owners, employees, contractors, service providers, affiliates, and website developers shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, punitive, or exemplary damages arising from or related to your use of (or inability to use) the Site.
This limitation applies to claims based on contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or any other legal theory, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
If liability is found despite these limitations, liability will not exceed $100 or the maximum permitted by applicable law, whichever is less.
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Wilson Dental Associates and its owners, employees, contractors, affiliates, service providers, and website developers from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorney's fees) arising out of or related to:
- Your use of the Site
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any law or third-party rights
- Content or information you submit through the Site
11. Changes to the Site and Terms
Wilson Dental Associates may change, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Site at any time without notice.
We may update these Terms periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.
12. Governing Law and Venue
These Terms are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.
Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Site shall be brought in the state or federal courts located in Virginia, and you consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.
13. Severability
If any portion of these Terms is found to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable, that portion will be severed and the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
14. Entire Agreement
These Terms, along with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices posted on the Site, constitute the entire agreement between you and Wilson Dental Associates regarding your use of the Site.
