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Last Updated: September, 2026

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Welcome to the website of Schames Orthodontics (“Schames Orthodontics,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing or using this website, including SchamesOrtho.com and any pages, forms, features, or services available through it (collectively, the “Website”), you agree to these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree with these Terms and Conditions, please do not use the Website.

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1. GENERAL INFORMATION ONLY

The information provided on this Website is intended for general educational and informational purposes. It is not intended to replace professional dental, orthodontic, medical, or other healthcare advice, diagnosis, or treatment.  Information on this Website should not be used to diagnose or treat a dental, orthodontic, or medical condition. Always seek the advice of an appropriately qualified healthcare professional regarding questions about your health or treatment.

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2. NO DOCTOR-PATIENT RELATIONSHIP

Use of this Website, including submitting a contact form, requesting an appointment, communicating electronically with our office, or reviewing information about our services, does not by itself establish a doctor-patient relationship with Scott Schames, DDS, Schames Orthodontics, or any member of our clinical team.  A doctor-patient relationship is established only through appropriate evaluation and acceptance as a patient by the practice.

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3. MEDICAL AND DENTAL EMERGENCIES

This Website is not intended for emergencies and should not be used to request urgent medical or dental assistance.

If you believe you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or seek immediate emergency medical attention. Current patients experiencing an urgent orthodontic issue should contact our office using the appropriate office contact information.

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4. APPOINTMENTS AND ONLINE REQUESTS

Any appointment request submitted through the Website is a request only and does not constitute a confirmed appointment unless and until the appointment has been confirmed by Schames Orthodontics.  We reserve the right to modify, reschedule, or decline appointment requests based on availability, clinical considerations, or other circumstances.

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5. ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS

By voluntarily providing your telephone number, email address, or other contact information through the Website, you authorize Schames Orthodontics to respond to your inquiry using the contact information you provide, subject to applicable law and our Privacy Policy.  Electronic communications may not always be secure. You should avoid submitting sensitive medical, financial, or personal information through ordinary email or other unsecured communication methods unless specifically instructed to do so.

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6. TREATMENT INFORMATION AND RESULTS

Descriptions of orthodontic treatments, technologies, procedures, treatment times, or potential results are provided for general informational purposes only.  Every patient is different. Treatment recommendations, duration, costs, risks, benefits, alternatives, and results depend upon individual clinical circumstances. Nothing on this Website constitutes a guarantee regarding the outcome, duration, or effectiveness of any treatment.

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7. FEES, INSURANCE, AND FINANCING

Any information concerning treatment fees, insurance coverage, financing, payment plans, promotions, or estimated costs is provided for general informational purposes and may be subject to change.  Insurance benefits and coverage vary by plan and patient. Any discussion or estimate of insurance benefits is not a guarantee of payment by an insurance company. Patients are responsible for understanding their insurance coverage and for amounts not paid by their insurance carrier, subject to applicable law and contractual obligations.  Specific treatment costs will be discussed with patients as part of the consultation and treatment-planning process.

 

8. ACCURACY OF WEBSITE INFORMATION

We make reasonable efforts to provide accurate and current information. However, healthcare information, office policies, hours, pricing, insurance participation, services, technology, and other information may change.  Schames Orthodontics does not warrant that all Website content will always be complete, current, accurate, or free from errors.

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9. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

Unless otherwise indicated, the content of this Website—including text, photographs, graphics, illustrations, logos, branding, videos, designs, and other materials—is owned by or licensed to Schames Orthodontics and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.  Website content may be viewed and used for personal, noncommercial purposes. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, publish, sell, exploit, or otherwise use Website content for commercial purposes without prior written permission from Schames Orthodontics or the applicable rights holder.

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10. ACCEPTABLE USE

You agree not to use this Website in any manner that could damage, disable, interfere with, or compromise the Website or its security.

You may not attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Website, its systems, patient information, accounts, servers, or networks, or use automated methods to collect information from the Website without authorization.

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11. THIRD-PARTY WEBSITES AND SERVICES

The Website may contain links to third-party websites or utilize services provided by third parties, including scheduling, mapping, payment, social-media, or other service providers.  These third parties operate independently of Schames Orthodontics. We are not responsible for the content, availability, security, privacy practices, or policies of third-party websites or services. Access to third-party resources is at your discretion and subject to their own terms and policies.

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12. PRIVACY

Your use of this Website is also subject to our Privacy Policy, which explains how information submitted through or collected by the Website may be handled.  Healthcare information may also be subject to additional privacy protections under applicable federal and state laws and our practice's Notice of Privacy Practices, where applicable.

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13. WEBSITE AVAILABILITY

We may modify, suspend, restrict, or discontinue any part of the Website at any time. We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free access to the Website.

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14. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES

To the extent permitted by law, the Website and its content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied.  Nothing in these Terms and Conditions is intended to exclude or limit any right or responsibility that cannot lawfully be excluded or limited.

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15. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Schames Orthodontics and its owners, dentists, employees, representatives, and agents will not be liable for damages arising solely from your use of, inability to use, or reliance upon this Website or its general informational content.  This provision does not limit liability where such limitation is prohibited by applicable law.

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16. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

Our orthodontic services may be provided to children and adolescents; however, this Website is intended for use by adults, parents, and legal guardians when submitting personal information.  Children should not independently submit personal or health information through the Website without the involvement and authorization of a parent or legal guardian.

17. CHANGES TO THESE TERMS

We may update these Terms and Conditions periodically to reflect changes in our Website, services, business practices, or applicable requirements. Updated Terms and Conditions will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.  Continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms and Conditions to the extent permitted by law.

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18. GOVERNING LAW

These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of the State of New Jersey, without regard to conflict-of-law principles, except where applicable federal law controls.

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19. CONTACT US

Questions regarding these Terms and Conditions may be directed to:

Schames Orthodontics
2 S. Summit Avenue
Hackensack, NJ
Phone: 201-992-0300
Email: SchamesOrtho@gmail.com
Website: SchamesOrtho.com