Effective Date: May 27, 2026
These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the website operated by Aster Smiles PLLC (“Aster Smiles,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) located at https://astersmiles.com, as well as your enrollment in SMS/text message communications from our practice. By using this website, providing your contact information, or otherwise communicating with us, you agree to these Terms.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using this website, scheduling an appointment, submitting a contact or intake form, or otherwise providing information to Aster Smiles, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and to our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use this website or our communication channels.
2. Use of the Website
This website is provided for general informational purposes only. Content on this site, including descriptions of services, doctor biographies, blog posts, and educational material, is not a substitute for professional dental or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified dental or medical professional regarding your specific clinical needs. Reliance on any information from this site is solely at your own risk.
3. SMS / Text Messaging Communications
Opt-In and Consent. By providing your mobile phone number to Aster Smiles β including when you schedule an appointment, complete a contact or intake form, request a callback, or otherwise interact with our practice β you consent to receive SMS/text messages from Aster Smiles related to your care, appointments, and the services we provide.
Message Categories. SMS communications from Aster Smiles may include:
- Appointment reminders, confirmations, and rescheduling notifications
- Recall and recare notifications (e.g., six-month cleaning due)
- Post-treatment follow-up and check-in messages
- Replies to questions or requests you have initiated with us
- Important administrative notices related to your visits or care
Message Frequency. Message frequency varies based on your appointment schedule, recall interval, and the nature of your communications with us.
Rates. Message and data rates may apply, depending on your wireless carrier and plan. Aster Smiles is not responsible for charges imposed by your carrier.
Opt-Out. You may opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying STOP to any text message from us. Once you opt out, you will receive a single confirmation message and will no longer receive SMS communications, except as required for transactional or legal purposes. To resume messages, reply START.
Help. Reply HELP to any text message from us for support, or contact our office directly at (832) 476-7676 or info@astersmiles.com.
No Sharing of Phone Numbers or Consent Data. Aster Smiles does not sell, rent, share, or otherwise disclose your mobile phone number, your SMS opt-in consent, or any information related to your SMS communications to third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. Phone numbers and consent records are used solely to deliver the communications listed above and are handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable law.
Supported Carriers. SMS communications are sent through a third-party messaging platform compliant with U.S. carrier requirements. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.
4. Appointment Requests and Online Forms
Submitting an appointment request, intake form, or contact form through this website does not establish a doctor-patient relationship or guarantee an appointment until confirmed by our office. Aster Smiles will respond to requests during normal business hours. Do not transmit confidential medical information, payment information, or other sensitive data through general website forms; please contact our office directly for those purposes.
5. Intellectual Property
All content on this website β including text, graphics, logos, photographs, the Aster Smiles name and marks, and any custom design or code β is the property of Aster Smiles PLLC or its licensors and is protected by U.S. and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or republish any portion of this site without our prior written consent, except for personal, non-commercial reference.
6. Disclaimer of Warranties
This website and its contents are provided “as is” and “as available” without warranty of any kind, express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, accuracy, or non-infringement. Aster Smiles does not warrant that the site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components.
7. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Aster Smiles PLLC, its owners, employees, contractors, and affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages β including loss of profits, data, or goodwill β arising out of or in connection with your access to or use of this website, the SMS communications described above, or any reliance on information found on this site.
8. Third-Party Links
This website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We provide these links for convenience only and do not endorse or assume responsibility for the content, privacy practices, or terms of any third-party site.
9. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to its conflict-of-laws principles. Any dispute arising from or relating to these Terms or your use of this website shall be resolved in the state or federal courts located in Harris County, Texas.
10. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. The “Effective Date” at the top of this page will reflect the most recent revision. Material changes will be communicated through reasonable means, such as a notice on this website. Your continued use of this site after any update constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about these Terms, our SMS communications, or your privacy, please contact us:
Aster Smiles PLLC
20611 FM 529, Suite 109
Cypress, TX 77433
Phone: (832) 476-7676
Email: info@astersmiles.com