Privacy Policy for Infinity Smile Dental Hygiene Studio (Ontario, Canada)
Where Every Smile Shines Forever Privacy Policy
Effective Date: November 2024
1. Introduction
At Infinity Smile Dental Hygiene Studio, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This privacy policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data in compliance with Ontario’s Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA) and Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information: Includes your name, contact details, and any relevant health information needed for dental care.
Health Information: Health history, treatments, and any other data necessary to provide personalized dental hygiene services.
Payment Information: Billing address, credit card details, and insurance information (if applicable).
3. How We Use Your Information
Providing Services: To deliver high-quality dental hygiene services tailored to your needs.
Appointment Scheduling and Reminders: To assist in booking appointments and remind you of upcoming visits.
Billing and Payments: To process payments and manage insurance claims.
Communication: To respond to your inquiries and provide updates on our services.
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not share your information with third parties, except when required for:
Insurance Providers and Payment Processors: To facilitate claims and payments.
Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations or requests from health authorities.
Referrals: When additional dental or medical care is required, and you have consented to a referral.
5. Data Security
Infinity Smile Dental Hygiene Studio uses security protocols to protect your data, including encryption, secure storage, and access controls.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
Access Your Information: Request access to your personal data.
Update or Correct Information: Notify us of changes to your information.
Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for certain uses of your personal information.
7. Cookies and Website Data
Our website may use cookies to improve user experience. Cookies track how you use our site to help us improve its functionality. You may disable cookies in your browser, though some features of our site may not function as intended.
8. Contact Us
For questions regarding this policy or to exercise your rights, contact us at:
Infinity Smile Dental Hygiene Studio
3800 Brock St. North, 2nd Floor, Health Center in The Village of Taunton Mills, Whitby, ON, L1R 3A5
Phone: 289-645-8555
Email: infinitysmilestudio@yahoo.com
9. Policy Updates
We may update this privacy policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The effective date of the policy will be updated accordingly.