Terms of Service

Please read these Terms of Service (“Terms”) carefully before using this website. By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use this site.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, browsing, or using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to comply with these Terms of Service and all applicable laws and regulations. These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access the site.

We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. Continued use of the website following any changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.

2. Medical Disclaimer

The content provided on this website is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as medical or dental advice. Information on this site should not be used to diagnose or treat any health condition or replace consultation with a qualified healthcare professional. If you are experiencing a dental emergency, you should contact our office immediately or call 911 if appropriate.

3. No Doctor-Patient Relationship

Use of this website, including submitting forms, emails, or appointment requests, does not establish a doctor-patient relationship between you and Oliveira and Cardo or any of its providers. A formal doctor-patient relationship is only established after you have been seen, evaluated, and accepted as a patient by our practice.

4. Appointments and Scheduling

Appointment requests made through this website are not guaranteed until confirmed by our office. We reserve the right to reschedule or cancel appointments due to unforeseen circumstances.

Patients are responsible for providing accurate contact information to ensure proper communication regarding scheduling and reminders.

Missed appointments or late cancellations may be subject to fees in accordance with our office policies.

5. Insurance and Payment Information

Insurance information provided on this website is for general guidance only and may change without notice. Coverage varies by provider and individual plan.

We recommend contacting your insurance company directly to verify your benefits, coverage, and eligibility prior to treatment.

Patients are ultimately responsible for all fees regardless of insurance coverage.

6. Privacy and HIPAA Compliance

We are committed to protecting your personal and health information. Our practice complies with applicable privacy laws, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

Any information submitted through this website is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy. However, please note that standard website communications, such as email or contact forms, may not always be fully secure.

For sensitive or urgent matters, please contact our office directly by phone.

7. Website Use and Conduct

By using this website, you agree not to:

• Use the site for any unlawful purpose
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the website or its servers
• Interfere with the website’s functionality or security
• Transmit harmful or malicious code
• Use the site in any way that could damage the reputation of Oliveira and Cardo

We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access to any user who violates these terms.

8. Intellectual Property

All content on this website—including text, images, graphics, logos, videos, and design elements—is the property of Oliveira and Cardo and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other applicable laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or use any content from this site without prior written permission.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Oliveira and Cardo shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from:

• Your use or inability to use this website
• Errors or omissions in website content
• Any reliance on information provided on this site
• Technical issues, interruptions, or security breaches

Use of this website is at your own risk.

10. Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience. We do not endorse or control these external sites and are not responsible for their content, policies, or practices. Accessing third-party websites is done at your own risk.

11. Governing Law

These Terms of Service are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New York, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from the use of this website shall be resolved in the appropriate courts located within New York.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us: