Privacy Policy
Effective Date: September 28, 2026
Center for Oral Surgery (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit www.wheelingcenterforos.com or contact us through our website.
Information We Collect
When you complete a contact form or otherwise communicate with us, we collect the information you provide, such as your name, email address, telephone number, and message. We use this information to respond to your inquiry and assist with your request.
Our website and hosting services may also automatically collect technical information, including your IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and the date and time of your visit. This information helps us operate, maintain, and secure the website.
How We Use Your Information
We use information collected through our website to:
- Respond to questions and requests.
- Communicate with you about our services and your inquiry.
- Assist with appointment inquiries and office communications.
- Maintain and improve website functionality.
- Prevent spam, fraud, and unauthorized activity.
- Comply with applicable legal requirements.
Submitting a form does not confirm an appointment or establish a provider-patient relationship. Please contact our office directly to confirm scheduling arrangements.
Cookies and Website Technology
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to support basic functionality, remember preferences, and help protect against spam and misuse. Cookies are small files stored on your device when you visit a website.
You can manage or delete cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect the availability or functionality of some website features.
We do not use information submitted through our contact forms to create targeted advertising audiences.
How We Share Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information or share it with third parties for targeted advertising.
We may share information with service providers that help us operate our website, host website content, deliver communications, and maintain security. These providers are permitted to use information only as needed to perform services for us, subject to applicable legal and contractual requirements.
We may also disclose information when required by law, in response to valid legal process, or as permitted by law to protect the rights, safety, and security of our practice, patients, website visitors, or others.
Health Information and Website Forms
General website forms are intended for basic questions and requests. Please do not include Social Security numbers, payment card information, insurance identification numbers, medical records, or detailed health information in a general contact form or ordinary email.
Contact our office for instructions on securely providing information related to your care. Do not use website forms for emergencies or urgent medical concerns. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911.
This website Privacy Policy does not replace our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices. That notice explains how protected health information may be used and disclosed and describes your rights regarding that information. Please contact our office to request a copy.
Data Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information against unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. Access to information is limited to individuals and service providers who need it to perform their responsibilities.
No method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee the absolute security of information transmitted through our website.
Information Retention
We retain personal information for as long as reasonably necessary to respond to inquiries, provide requested services, maintain appropriate business records, and meet legal or regulatory requirements. Retention periods depend on the type of information and the purpose for which it was collected.
Patient records are subject to separate retention requirements and are not governed solely by this website policy.
Your Choices
You may choose not to submit personal information through the website. You can contact our office by telephone instead.
You may contact us to ask about personal information submitted through the website or request that it be corrected or deleted. We will review requests in accordance with applicable law and may need to verify your identity. Some information may need to be retained for legal, security, or recordkeeping purposes.
Requests concerning medical or dental records are handled under the procedures described in our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices.
Children’s Privacy
Our website is intended for adults, including parents and guardians seeking information about care for a child. We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under 13 through this website.
If you believe a child under 13 has submitted personal information through the website without parental consent, please contact our office so we can review and address the situation.
Links to Other Websites
Our website may contain links to external websites or services. Those websites operate under their own privacy policies, and we do not control their information practices. Please review their policies before providing personal information.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our website, practices, or applicable requirements. The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. We will provide additional notice when required by law.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how information submitted through our website is handled, please contact Center for Oral Surgery using the office contact information provided on our website. Ask to speak with the office manager regarding a privacy question or request.