Privacy Policy - Silver Lake Dental

Silver Lake Dental is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit www.silverlakedental.com (the “Website”).

By using our Website, you consent to the collection and use of information as outlined in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

When you interact with our Website, you may provide us with personal information, including but not limited to:

Full name
Email address
Phone number
Mailing address
Dental and medical history (if submitted through online forms)
Insurance details (if applicable)
Payment information (for billing purposes)

1.2 Non-Personal Information

We may collect non-personal information automatically, such as:

Browser type and version
IP address
Device information
Pages visited on our Website
Time spent on pages

1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve website functionality, personalize content, and analyze traffic. You can adjust your cookie settings in your browser.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use the collected information for the following purposes:

To provide and manage dental care services
To schedule and confirm appointments
To communicate with you regarding treatment plans and updates
To process insurance claims and billing
To send appointment reminders and promotional materials (you may opt out at any time)
To improve our Website and services
To comply with legal and regulatory requirements

3. How We Share Your Information

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

With service providers: To assist in appointment scheduling, payment processing, and marketing
With insurance providers: To facilitate billing and claims processing
For legal reasons: If required by law, court order, or government request
In business transfers: If we merge, sell, or acquire another practice

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, no online transmission or storage method is 100% secure.

5. HIPAA Compliance

Silver Lake Dental is committed to complying with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). We take all necessary precautions to protect the privacy and security of your protected health information (PHI). Your PHI will only be used and disclosed in accordance with HIPAA regulations, including:

Treatment, payment, and healthcare operations
Obtaining your authorization before disclosing PHI for non-permitted purposes
Providing you with access to your medical records upon request
Implementing administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect PHI

If you have questions about our HIPAA compliance, please contact us at [your email].

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have the right to:

Access, update, or delete your personal information
Opt out of marketing emails
Restrict or object to data processing
Request a copy of your health records

To exercise these rights, contact us.

7. Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party sites, such as dental associations and insurance providers. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies before sharing any personal data.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.”

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:

Silver Lake Dental
Website: www.silverlakedental.com
Email: info@silverlakedental.com
Phone: 651-633-6087
Address: 580 5th Avenue NW, Suite 100, New Brighton, MN 55112