Effective Date: April 27, 2026
Website: https://barloworthodontics.com/
Business: Barlow Orthodontics
Barlow Orthodontics respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us through our website. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your information.
Information We Collect
We may collect personal information when you interact with our website, including when you submit a contact form, appointment request, patient form, or otherwise communicate with our office.
This information may include:
- Name
- Phone number
- Email address
- Message or appointment details
- Patient or guardian information submitted through online forms
- Insurance, payment, or treatment-related information you choose to provide
- Technical website data such as IP address, browser type, device type, pages visited, and referral source
How We Use Your Information
We may use the information we collect to:
- Respond to your questions or appointment requests
- Contact you regarding orthodontic care, scheduling, or office services
- Process new patient forms or patient-related submissions
- Assist with insurance, financing, or treatment-related questions
- Improve our website, services, and patient experience
- Monitor website performance and security
- Comply with legal, regulatory, or professional obligations
Medical and Patient Information
Barlow Orthodontics may collect health-related information when you submit patient forms or communicate with our office. Information related to your care may be subject to additional protections under applicable healthcare privacy laws, including HIPAA where applicable.
Please do not submit urgent medical concerns through the website. For urgent matters, please call our office directly.
Cookies and Website Tracking
Our website may use cookies, pixels, analytics tools, or similar technologies to understand how visitors use the site and to improve performance.
These tools may collect information such as:
- Pages visited
- Time spent on the site
- Device and browser information
- General location data
- How you found the website
We may use tools such as Google Analytics, Google Ads, Meta/Facebook pixels, or similar platforms for analytics, advertising, and website performance measurement.
You can usually control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Some website features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
Advertising and Remarketing
We may use third-party advertising platforms to show relevant ads to people who have visited our website or interacted with our content. These platforms may use cookies or similar tracking technologies to help deliver ads and measure performance.
Third-party platforms may include, but are not limited to:
- Facebook/Meta
- Other online advertising or analytics providers
These third parties may collect information according to their own privacy policies.
Sharing of Information
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share information with trusted service providers who help us operate our website, manage forms, provide analytics, support advertising, process communications, or assist with business operations.
We may also share information when necessary to:
- Comply with the law
- Protect our rights or property
- Prevent fraud or security issues
- Provide requested services
- Support patient care, billing, insurance, or administrative needs
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including patient login portals, Google review pages, Facebook, insurance resources, or payment-related services.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before submitting information.
Data Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to help protect personal information submitted through our website. However, no website, email system, or online transmission is completely secure.
Please avoid submitting sensitive information through website forms unless necessary.
Children’s Privacy
Our website is intended for general audiences and may be used by parents or guardians seeking orthodontic care for children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate parental or guardian involvement.
If you believe a child has submitted information without proper authorization, please contact us so we can review and address the request.
Your Choices
You may contact us to request that we update, correct, or delete certain personal information, subject to legal, medical, billing, or recordkeeping requirements.
You may also opt out of certain online tracking or advertising by adjusting your browser settings or visiting the privacy settings provided by platforms such as Google or Meta.
Email and Communications
If you contact us by email or submit a form, we may respond using the contact information you provide. Please understand that standard email may not be fully secure. Do not send highly sensitive medical, financial, or personal information by email unless directed by our office.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us:
Barlow Orthodontics
2830 Saint Marys Rd.
St. Marys, GA 31558
Phone: 912-576-2677
Fax: 912-673-6581
Website: https://barloworthodontics.com