Privacy Policy

Information We Collect

At Fairfax Advanced Dentistry, we collect information necessary to provide you with quality dental care:

• Personal Information: Name, address, phone number, email address, date of birth
• Health Information: Medical history, dental records, X-rays, treatment plans, insurance information
• Financial Information: Payment methods, billing address, insurance details
• Website Usage: IP address, browser type, pages visited (collected automatically)

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide dental treatment and services
• Schedule and confirm appointments
• Process payments and insurance claims
• Communicate with you about your care
• Send appointment reminders and follow-up communications
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
• Improve our services and patient experience

HIPAA Compliance

As a healthcare provider, we comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Your protected health information (PHI) is handled in accordance with federal privacy regulations. We maintain physical, electronic, and procedural safeguards to protect your health information.

Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• For Treatment: With other healthcare providers involved in your care
• For Payment: With insurance companies to process claims
• For Operations: With service providers who assist in our practice operations
• As Required by Law: When required by court order or legal process
• With Your Consent: When you provide written authorization

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information, including encrypted data transmission, secure servers, access controls, and staff training on privacy practices. While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your health records
• Request corrections to your information
• Request restrictions on certain uses of your information
• Receive a copy of your records in electronic format
• Receive notification of any data breaches affecting your information

Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience. We may use analytics tools to understand how visitors use our site. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us:

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.