GAINESVILLE, Fla. - TelAve -- During recent meetings with local dental practice owners, a consistent response surfaced when website accessibility was discussed: "We already use an accessibility plugin."

According to Get ADA Alert, this belief reflects a growing misunderstanding in the dental and healthcare industry about what true ADA website compliance requires.

While accessibility plugins can adjust font sizes, contrast settings, or add on-screen widgets, they often do not correct deeper structural barriers. Missing alternative text for images, improperly labeled forms, keyboard navigation failures, and incompatible screen-reader elements remain among the most common triggers behind ADA website claims.

"Accessibility law focuses on whether a patient can independently access your website," a spokesperson for Get ADA Alert explained. "It's not about whether an icon appears in the corner of the screen."

Dental websites frequently include appointment booking systems, medical forms, insurance information, and patient portals. If these elements are inaccessible to individuals using assistive technologies, legal exposure may still exist even if a plugin is installed.

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Courts increasingly evaluate real-world access, not automated overlays. Relying solely on automation can create a false sense of security, leaving practices unprepared if a legal notice arrives.

Healthcare providers, including dental offices, are considered public-facing businesses. As ADA website scrutiny expands nationwide, small and mid-sized practices are seeing increased attention, particularly where structural accessibility barriers remain unaddressed.

Get ADA Alert encourages dental and medical professionals to look beyond surface-level tools and conduct structured accessibility reviews that assess the foundation of their websites.

"Accessibility isn't about avoiding responsibility," the spokesperson added. "It's about ensuring patients can book appointments, access forms, and receive care information without barriers."

Learn more about digital accessibility awareness and compliance considerations at:
https://getadaalert.com

Get ADA Alert provides educational resources and awareness regarding digital accessibility risks, ADA website compliance trends, and proactive strategies to reduce legal exposure while promoting inclusive online experiences.