Accessibility Statement

Last updated: June 23, 2025

Rise Dental is committed to ensuring our website and digital services are accessible to all users, including people with disabilities. We aim to conform to WCAG 2.1 AA guidelines where feasible and continually improve our accessibility practices.

1. Accessibility Features

  • Semantic HTML: Use of proper HTML elements (headings, lists, landmarks) to convey structure.
  • Alt Text: Meaningful alt attributes on images and icons to describe content for screen readers.
  • Keyboard Navigation: All interactive elements (menus, links, forms, buttons) are operable via keyboard.
  • Color Contrast: Text and interactive elements meet or exceed WCAG AA contrast ratios.
  • ARIA Attributes: Where needed, ARIA roles, labels, and properties are applied to enhance assistive technology support.
  • Responsive Design: Layout adapts to various screen sizes and orientations, ensuring usability on desktop, tablet, and mobile.
  • Focus Indicators: Visible focus outlines on interactive elements to aid keyboard users.

2. Testing & Audits

  • Automated Audits: Regular scans using tools such as Lighthouse to identify common accessibility issues.
  • Manual Testing: Periodic testing with screen readers (e.g., NVDA, VoiceOver) and keyboard-only navigation to verify usability.
  • User Feedback: Encouraging feedback from users facing barriers to guide improvements.

3. Known Limitations

While we strive for WCAG 2.1 AA conformance, there may be parts of the site or third-party content that do not fully meet guidelines. We continuously monitor and address issues as they arise.

4. How to Report Accessibility Issues

If you encounter any barriers or have suggestions to improve accessibility, please let us know:

Email: info@risesmiles.com
Phone: (512) 325-9889
Office Address: 1651 S. Bell Blvd. Suite #301, Cedar Park, TX 78613

Please provide details about the specific page or feature and the issue you encountered. We will respond and work to resolve the problem.

5. Ongoing Improvements

We regularly review our site and applications for accessibility compliance and incorporate updates into our development workflow. As standards evolve, we update our practices accordingly.

6. Third-Party Content

Some features or integrations (e.g., embedded widgets or external tools) may have separate accessibility practices outside our control. We aim to choose partners committed to accessibility, but if you find issues in third-party components, please report them to us.

7. Browser Compatibility

Our site is tested on modern browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge) and assistive technologies. Older browsers may have limited support; we recommend using up-to-date versions.

8. Legal & Standards References

This statement aligns with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA published by W3C. We also consider relevant sections of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) for web accessibility.

9. Changes to This Statement

We may update this Accessibility Statement as we make improvements. The “Last updated” date at the top reflects the latest revision.