Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 2025
Introduction
Dental Crown Studio ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our dental services.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
- Schedule an appointment
- Fill out a contact form
- Call our office
- Subscribe to our newsletter
- Request information about our services
This information may include:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address
- Insurance information
- Medical and dental history
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device, including information about your web browser, IP address, time zone, and some of the cookies that are installed on your device.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, operate, and maintain our dental services
- Schedule and manage appointments
- Process payments and insurance claims
- Communicate with you about appointments, treatments, and services
- Send appointment reminders
- Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
- Improve our website and services
- Comply with legal obligations
HIPAA Compliance
As a dental practice, we are required to comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Your protected health information (PHI) is handled in accordance with HIPAA regulations. We maintain appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your PHI.
You have the right to request a copy of our Notice of Privacy Practices, which provides more detailed information about how we use and disclose your health information.
Information Sharing
We may share your information with:
- Insurance companies for claims processing
- Dental laboratories for treatment purposes
- Other healthcare providers involved in your care
- Service providers who assist in operating our website and practice
- Legal authorities when required by law
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
Cookies and Tracking
Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. You can set your browser to refuse all or some browser cookies, or to alert you when websites set or access cookies.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your information (subject to legal requirements)
- Opt out of marketing communications
- Request a copy of your medical records
Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 through our website. For pediatric dental patients, we collect information through their parents or legal guardians.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
Dental Crown Studio
6325 Topanga Canyon Blvd, Unit 310, Woodland Hills, CA 91367
Phone: (818) 884-4224
Email: hello@dentalcrownstudio.com