Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 1, 2025
1. Introduction
Lonely Seaside Dentist, Inc ("we," "our," or "the Practice") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or become a patient of our practice.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of information:
- Personal Identifiers: Name, address, email address, phone number, and date of birth.
- Health Information: Dental records, treatment history, insurance information, and other health-related data, governed separately by our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on our website.
- Communications: Messages you send us through contact forms or email.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Schedule and manage appointments.
- Provide dental care and communicate about your treatment.
- Process payments and insurance claims.
- Respond to your inquiries.
- Improve our website and services.
- Comply with applicable laws and regulations, including HIPAA.
4. Sharing of Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information with trusted third parties who assist us in operating our website or conducting our business, provided those parties agree to keep your information confidential. We may also disclose information where required by law or to protect our legal rights.
5. HIPAA Compliance
Protected health information (PHI) is governed by our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices, which you receive at your first appointment. Our website does not collect PHI; please do not include sensitive medical information in web forms.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.
7. Cookies
Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. You may configure your browser to refuse cookies, though some features of the website may not function properly as a result.
8. Your Rights (California Residents)
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have the right to know, delete, and opt out of the sale of personal information. To exercise your rights, please contact us at info@lonelydentist.com.
9. Contact Us
Questions about this policy? Contact us at:
Lonely Seaside Dentist, Inc
2006 Talmadge St., Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 664-0026
info@lonelydentist.com