Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 26, 2026
Last Updated: January 26, 2026

Dr. Jeffries Pediatric Dentistry ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy of our patients and their families. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (jeffrieskidsdental.com) or use our dental services.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

• Name (parent/guardian and child)
• Contact information (phone number, email address, mailing address)
• Date of birth
• Insurance information
• Emergency contact information

Health Information

As a healthcare provider, we collect protected health information (PHI) necessary to provide dental care, including:

• Medical and dental history
• Current medications and allergies
• Treatment records and X-rays
• Billing and payment information

Information Collected Through Our Website

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on our site
• Referring website addresses
• IP address (anonymized where possible)

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Providing Dental Care: To schedule appointments, provide treatment, and manage your child's dental health
• Communication: To send appointment reminders, treatment follow-ups, and respond to your inquiries
• Billing: To process payments and work with insurance providers
• Legal Compliance: To comply with healthcare regulations and legal requirements
• Improving Our Services: To enhance our website and patient experience

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 Privacy and Security Rules. You have specific rights regarding your health information, including the right to:

• Access and obtain a copy of your health records
• Request corrections to your health information
• Request restrictions on certain uses of your information
• Receive a notice of our privacy practices
• File a complaint if you believe your rights have been violated

A complete Notice of Privacy Practices is available at our office locations and upon request.

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information in the following circumstances:

• Healthcare Operations: With other healthcare providers involved in your care, laboratories, and specialists
• Insurance: With your dental insurance provider for claims processing
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulation
• Service Providers: With trusted third parties who assist in operating our website and practice (subject to confidentiality agreements)

Third-Party Services

Our website may use third-party services that collect information, including:

• Google Maps: To display our office locations and provide directions
• Google Fonts: To display website typography
• Analytics Services: To understand how visitors use our website

These services have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them. We do not control how these third parties collect or use data.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us:

• Remember your preferences
• Understand how you use our website
• Improve website functionality

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some website features.

Children's Privacy

As a pediatric dental practice, we are particularly committed to protecting children's privacy. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 through our website without parental consent. All health information for minor patients is managed through their parent or legal guardian.

Parents and guardians have the right to:

• Review their child's personal and health information
• Request corrections or deletions
• Consent to or refuse the collection and use of their child's information

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information, including:

• Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/SSL)
• Secure storage of health records
• Staff training on privacy and security practices
• Regular security assessments

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information (subject to legal retention requirements)
• Opt out of marketing communications
• Withdraw consent where applicable

Contact Us About Privacy

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your privacy rights, or have concerns about how your information is handled, please contact us:

You may also contact any of our four office locations listed on our Locations page.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

For significant changes that affect how we handle your health information, we will provide notice through our website or other appropriate means.