Terms of Service

Agreement to Terms

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the Thrive Dental website located at thrivedental.com (the "Site"). By accessing or using this Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use this Site.

Thrive Dental reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes become effective immediately upon posting to the Site. Your continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

Use License

Thrive Dental grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use this Site for personal, non-commercial purposes. You agree not to:

• Modify or copy the materials
• Use the materials for any commercial purpose or for any public display
• Attempt to decompile or reverse engineer any software contained on the Site
• Remove any copyright or other proprietary notations from the materials
• Transfer the materials to another person or "mirror" the materials on any other server
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Site
• Harass or cause distress or inconvenience to any person
• Transmit obscene or offensive material
• Disrupt the normal flow of dialogue within our Site

This license terminates automatically if you violate any of these restrictions. Upon termination, you must destroy any downloaded materials in your possession.

Medical Disclaimer

IMPORTANT: The information provided on this Site is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. The content is not a substitute for professional dental or medical consultation, examination, or treatment.

• Information on this Site does not create a dentist-patient relationship
• Always consult with a licensed dental professional before starting any treatment
• Do not rely on Site information to diagnose, treat, or prevent any condition
• Results vary by individual and are not guaranteed
• Emergency dental problems require immediate in-person care

Thrive Dental is not responsible for any consequences arising from reliance on information provided on this Site.

Appointment Scheduling

Appointment scheduling on this Site is provided through Zocdoc, a third-party service. By scheduling an appointment through this Site:

• You agree to provide accurate contact information
• You acknowledge that availability shown is approximate and subject to change
• Appointment confirmations will be sent via email or text (if applicable)
• You agree to Zocdoc's terms of service and privacy policy
• Cancellations must be made according to the appointment confirmation instructions

Thrive Dental is not responsible for appointment scheduling errors made by third-party services. For issues with your appointment, contact us directly or use Zocdoc's customer support.

Financing Options

This Site provides links to financing options offered by third-party providers including Cherry, Sunbit, and CareCredit. These are third-party services over which Thrive Dental has no control. By using these services:

• You agree to the terms and conditions of the financing provider
• You authorize the financing provider to collect and verify your information
• Thrive Dental does not guarantee loan approval or specific terms
• Interest rates and terms are determined by the financing provider
• Thrive Dental is not responsible for any disputes regarding financing

Review each provider's terms carefully before applying for financing.

Intellectual Property Rights

The Site and all of its content, including text, graphics, logos, images, audio, video, and software, are the property of Thrive Dental or its content suppliers and are protected by international copyright laws.

• You may not reproduce, distribute, transmit, display, or perform the content without our permission
• You may not modify, translate, or create derivative works from the content
• You may print a single copy of materials for personal, non-commercial use
• Unauthorized use may violate copyright, trademark, and other laws

Thrive Dental and Thrive Dental logo are trademarks of Thrive Dental. Other trademarks and service marks displayed on this Site are the property of their respective owners.

Third-Party Links and Content

This Site may contain links to third-party websites and services, including Zocdoc, financing providers, and social media platforms. Thrive Dental does not control and is not responsible for:

• The availability or accuracy of third-party websites
• The content, products, or services offered by third parties
• The privacy practices of third parties
• Any transactions or interactions you have with third parties

Links to third-party sites do not imply endorsement. Review the terms and privacy policies of third-party services before using them.

Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SITE AND ALL MATERIALS, INFORMATION, AND SERVICES PROVIDED ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS.

Thrive Dental makes no warranties, representations, or guarantees, express or implied, regarding the Site or its contents, including warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, or accuracy. Thrive Dental does not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or secure. Your use of the Site is at your own risk.

Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THRIVE DENTAL WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOST PROFITS, LOST REVENUE, LOST DATA, OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE SITE OR ITS CONTENTS, EVEN IF THRIVE DENTAL HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

In jurisdictions that do not allow exclusion of liability, Thrive Dental's liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Thrive Dental, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from your violation of these Terms, your use of the Site, or your infringement of any intellectual property or other rights.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of laws principles. Any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms will be brought exclusively in the state and federal courts located in California.

You consent to the jurisdiction and venue of these courts and agree not to assert any objection to venue or claim of inconvenient forum.

Dispute Resolution

Before initiating legal proceedings, we encourage you to contact us to resolve any disputes informally.

Contact us at info@thrivedental.com or (707) 678-1657 to discuss any concerns. We will attempt to resolve disputes within 30 days.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, that provision will be severed and the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Thrive Dental regarding your use of the Site and supersede all prior and contemporaneous agreements, understandings, and negotiations.

Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms of Service: