We are committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of our patients' personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect patient data in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
1. Information We Collect: We may collect the following personal information from our patients:
- Contact information (name, address, phone number, email)
- Date of birth and age
- Health and dental history
- Insurance information
- Treatment records and progress notes
- Financial information for billing and payment purposes
2. Use of Information: We use the collected information for the following purposes: - Providing dental and aesthetic services
- Managing appointments, scheduling, and reminders
- Communicating with patients regarding treatment plans and follow-ups
- Billing and processing insurance claims
- Improving the quality of our services
- Complying with legal and regulatory requirements
3. Data Security and Confidentiality: We take appropriate measures to protect patient data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. This includes: -
- Implementing physical, technical, and administrative safeguards
- Regularly updating security protocols and systems
- Restricting access to personal information to authorized personnel only
- Using secure channels for transmitting and storing data.
4. Third-Party Disclosure: We do not sell, trade, or transfer patient information to outside parties without consent, except as necessary for providing services or as required by law. We may share information with:
- Dental and medical professionals involved in patient care
- Insurance companies for claims processing
- Regulatory authorities as mandated by law.
5. Data Retention: We retain patient information for as long as required by law or as necessary for the provision of dental and aesthetic services.
6. Patient Rights: Patients have the right to:
- Access their personal information and request corrections
- Withdraw consent for the use of their data.
7. Updates to the Privacy Policy: We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website, and patients will be notified of significant updates. By using our dental and aesthetic services, patients acknowledge and consent to the collection, use, and protection of their personal information as outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you have any questions or concerns about our Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact us.