Terms of Service
Effective Date: August 10, 2026
Welcome to downeastdental.com, the website of Downeast Dental.
By accessing or using this website, including submitting an appointment request or contacting the practice through the website, you agree to these Terms of Service. If you do not agree with these Terms, please discontinue use of the website.
1. Website Purpose
The Downeast Dental website provides information about the dental practice, its providers, dental procedures, patient resources, and ways to contact the office.
Downeast Dental is a family-owned dental practice located in Ellsworth, Maine, serving patients in Ellsworth, Bar Harbor, Blue Hill, and the surrounding Downeast Maine area.
2. Dental Services
Downeast Dental provides preventative and restorative dental care and offers a range of dental procedures.
Services described on the website include:
- Dental extractions
- Root canals
- Teeth whitening
- Crowns and bridgework
- 3-D dental X-rays
- Cone Beam CT scans
- Other comprehensive dental care services
The services available to an individual patient depend on the patient’s specific circumstances and the professional judgment of the dental provider.
3. Appointment Requests
The website allows visitors to request or inquire about dental appointments.
Submitting an appointment request or contact form does not automatically create a confirmed appointment or establish a dentist-patient relationship.
Appointment availability, scheduling, treatment recommendations, and other details will be confirmed separately by Downeast Dental.
Patients are responsible for providing accurate contact information so the practice can respond to their requests.
4. No Emergency Medical Service
The website is not intended to replace emergency medical or dental care.
If you are experiencing a serious or life-threatening medical emergency, seek immediate emergency medical attention.
Website inquiries and appointment requests may not receive an immediate response and should not be relied upon for urgent dental or medical concerns.
5. No Dentist-Patient Relationship Through Website Use
Viewing the website, reading its content, submitting a general inquiry, or communicating through a website form does not by itself establish a dentist-patient relationship.
A dentist-patient relationship is established through the appropriate professional and clinical processes of Downeast Dental.
6. No Medical or Dental Advice
Information provided on the website is intended for general informational and educational purposes.
Website content should not be considered a diagnosis, treatment recommendation, or substitute for an examination or consultation with a qualified dental professional.
Individual dental conditions vary, and treatment recommendations should be determined by an appropriately qualified dental provider after evaluating the patient’s specific circumstances.
7. Treatment Information
Descriptions of dental procedures and technologies on the website are provided to help visitors understand the services offered by Downeast Dental.
The availability and suitability of a particular procedure or technology will depend on the patient’s individual needs and the professional judgment of the dental provider.
Downeast Dental does not guarantee that a particular treatment will be appropriate for every patient or produce a particular outcome.
8. Dental Imaging and Technology
Downeast Dental uses technologies including 3-D dental X-rays and Cone Beam CT scans as part of its dental services.
The website describes these technologies as supporting more detailed imaging and treatment planning.
The use of any particular imaging technology is determined by the dental provider based on the patient’s circumstances and clinical needs.
9. Patient Responsibilities
Patients are responsible for providing accurate and complete information relevant to their dental care, including information about:
- Medical and dental history
- Current medications
- Allergies or sensitivities
- Existing medical conditions
- Previous dental treatment
- Insurance information
- Contact information
Patients should inform Downeast Dental of any changes to relevant information that may affect their care.
10. Insurance and Payment
Downeast Dental states that it accepts Delta Dental and can assist with out-of-network claims. The practice also offers in-house financing options.
Insurance coverage, reimbursement, deductibles, co-payments, and other financial responsibilities are subject to the applicable insurance plan and the patient’s individual circumstances.
Information provided on the website regarding insurance or financing does not guarantee coverage, reimbursement, approval, or eligibility.
Patients remain responsible for amounts they owe for services provided, subject to applicable law and the terms of any applicable agreement.
11. Website Content
Downeast Dental makes reasonable efforts to provide accurate and current information on the website.
However, the practice does not guarantee that all website content will always be complete, accurate, current, or error-free.
Services, provider information, office information, photographs, descriptions, and other website content may change without notice.
12. Patient Testimonials
The website may display patient testimonials or reviews.
Testimonials represent the individual experiences and opinions of the people who provided them. Individual experiences and treatment outcomes may vary.
Testimonials should not be interpreted as a guarantee of a particular result or experience for another patient.
13. Intellectual Property
Unless otherwise stated, the content published on this website, including written materials, photographs, graphics, logos, branding, and other original materials, is owned by Downeast Dental or used with permission.
You may access and view the website for personal and legitimate purposes.
You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, republish, sell, or commercially exploit website content without prior written permission from Downeast Dental, except where permitted by applicable law.
14. User Submissions
If you submit information through an appointment request, contact form, or other website feature, you are responsible for ensuring that the information you provide is accurate and that you have the right to provide it.
You agree not to submit information that is unlawful, fraudulent, abusive, harmful, or intended to interfere with the operation or security of the website.
For your protection, avoid submitting sensitive health information through general website forms unless specifically requested by Downeast Dental.
15. Third-Party Websites and Services
The website may contain links to third-party websites, including social media platforms, healthcare resources, insurance providers, or other services.
Downeast Dental does not control and is not responsible for the content, availability, security, privacy practices, or terms of third-party websites or services.
Your use of a third-party website or service may be subject to that provider’s own terms and policies.
16. Website Availability
Downeast Dental does not guarantee that the website will always be available, uninterrupted, secure, or error-free.
Downeast Dental may modify, suspend, or discontinue any portion of the website or its features at any time.
17. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Downeast Dental will not be responsible for losses, damages, or claims arising from your use of or reliance on the website or its content.
This may include direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or other damages to the extent permitted by law.
Nothing in these Terms is intended to exclude or limit liability where doing so is prohibited by applicable law.
Nothing in these Terms limits any rights or protections that may apply to patients under applicable healthcare or consumer protection laws.
18. Indemnification
To the extent permitted by applicable law, you agree to hold harmless and indemnify Downeast Dental, its owners, employees, contractors, and representatives from claims, liabilities, damages, and expenses arising from your misuse of the website, violation of these Terms, or violation of another person’s rights.
19. Governing Law
These Terms of Service shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Maine, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.
Any legal dispute arising from these Terms or your use of the website shall be handled by a court with appropriate jurisdiction.
20. Changes to These Terms
Downeast Dental may update these Terms of Service from time to time to reflect changes to the website, practice operations, services, business practices, or applicable legal requirements.
Updated Terms will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
21. Contact
If you have questions about this Terms of Service or how your information is handled, please contact:
Downeast Dental
99 Oak Street
Ellsworth, ME 04605
Phone: 207-667-3009
Website: downeastdental.com