Privacy Policy for Still waters dentistry

Effective Date: 02/01/2025

At Still Waters Dentistry, we respect the privacy and confidentiality of our patients and website visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, protect, and share your personal information when you visit our website or interact with us online. By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide

  • Personal Identification Information: When you schedule an appointment, request information, or subscribe to our newsletter, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, and date of birth.

  • Health Information: If you provide us with medical or health-related information for consultation purposes, this will be handled in accordance with HIPAA regulations to ensure your privacy and protection.

  • Payment Information: If you make payments for our services, we may collect billing information, including your billing address, credit card details, or insurance information.

B. Information We Automatically Collect

  • Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We may use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about how you interact with our website. This information helps us improve website performance, functionality, and user experience.

  • Analytics: We may use tools like Google Analytics to track website traffic and user behavior for the purpose of improving our services.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use your personal information for the following purposes:

  • To provide dental services: To process appointments, consultations, and treatments.

  • To communicate with you: To send appointment reminders, health tips, and follow-up care instructions.

  • To improve our services: To analyze website usage and enhance user experience.

  • Marketing and Promotions: With your consent, we may send you promotional offers, newsletters, and updates regarding our practice.

  • Legal Compliance: We may use your information to comply with legal obligations, including tax reporting or responding to legal requests.

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. However, we may share your information in the following situations:

  • With Service Providers: We may share your personal information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us with appointment scheduling, payment processing, or marketing activities.

  • Legal Compliance: We may disclose personal information if required by law, regulation, or in response to a legal process (e.g., subpoenas or court orders).

  • For Healthcare Providers: In accordance with HIPAA, we may share medical information with other healthcare professionals involved in your care or with insurers for billing purposes.

4. Data Security

We take your privacy seriously and implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. These measures include encryption, secure servers, and restricted access controls. However, please note that no data transmission method over the internet is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee complete security.

5. Your Rights and Choices

As a resident of Florida, you have certain rights regarding your personal information. These include:

  • Access to Your Information: You can request to access the personal information we have about you.

  • Correction of Inaccurate Information: You may update or correct any personal information that is inaccurate or incomplete.

  • Deletion of Your Information: You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions required by law.

  • Opt-Out of Marketing Communications: You may opt out of receiving promotional emails by clicking on the unsubscribe link in our communications or by contacting us directly.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to improve your experience on our website. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and analyze website traffic. You can control cookie settings through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect certain functionality on our website.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites that are not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We recommend that you review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

8. Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under the age of 13, we will take immediate steps to delete that information.

9. Florida Data Privacy Laws

As a Florida-based business, we are committed to complying with the Florida Information Protection Act (FIPA), which requires us to take appropriate measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access and misuse. If there is a data breach affecting your personal information, we will notify you promptly in accordance with FIPA requirements.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. When we make changes, we will update the "Effective Date" at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any updates.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact us at:

Still Waters Dentistry
687 Douglas Ave Altamonte Springs, FL 32714
(407) 862-8158
info@stillwatersdentistry.com