Privacy Policy for Dental Care of San Diego

Thank you for trusting Dental Care of San Diego with your care. Protecting your privacy is a core value of our practice. This policy explains what we collect, how we use it, the strict limits on sharing it, and how you can opt in and opt out of receiving SMS messages.

What Information We Collect

When you opt in to receive SMS messages, we collect only what is necessary to provide your care: your name, contact details, date of birth, dental and medical history, treatment records, insurance and billing information, and appointment requests submitted through our website. Our website may also collect basic anonymous analytics data (browser type, pages visited) solely to improve site performance.

How We Use Your Information

SMS messaging will provide and coordinate your dental treatment  •  Process appointments, billing, and insurance claims  •  Communicate with you about your care  •  Comply with HIPAA and applicable law

We do not share your phone number or SMS opt-in information with third parties for marketing purposes, advertising, or any commercial purposes. NO EXCEPTIONS.

HIPAA Compliance & Your Rights to Opt Out

As a covered dental practice under HIPAA, we protect your Protected Health Information (PHI). You have the right to:
Access and copy your records  •  Request corrections  •  Receive an accounting of disclosures  •  Request restrictions on use  •  File a complaint with HHS • You can opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by replying with “STOP” to any message we send you.

Data Security

We use encrypted electronic health records, HIPAA-compliant access-restricted systems, regular staff training, and secure record destruction to protect your information. While no system is perfectly secure, we maintain the highest practical standards.

Website Cookies & Children’s Privacy

We use only essential functional cookies — no advertising trackers or cross-site tracking. You can disable cookies in your browser at any time. For patients under 18, records are managed per HIPAA and state law; a parent or guardian may request access as permitted.

Policy Updates

This policy may be updated periodically. Changes will be posted here with a revised effective date. Continued use of our site constitutes acceptance of any updates. Date Effective – 1/25/2026