Protecting Your Privacy
Introduction
Lowes Farm Dental Care & Orthodontics (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to respecting and safeguarding your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect the data you provide when you visit our website or receive our dental services.
Information We Collect
1. Personal Data: May include your name, contact details, insurance information, or health history obtained through appointment scheduling or on-site visits.
2. Usage Data: Browser type, referral source, and site usage patterns may be collected via analytics tools or cookies to enhance our website’s functionality.
How We Use Your Information
- To schedule appointments and coordinate your dental care
- To verify insurance benefits (Metlife, Cigna, Aetna)
- To improve website experiences and communications
- To send updates, promotions, or educational content (if you opt in)
Sharing & Disclosure
- Service Providers: We may share limited data with trusted partners (billing or IT services) who maintain strict confidentiality.
- Insurance Providers: For claims processing and coverage confirmation.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose data to comply with laws or protect the rights of Lowes Farm Dental Care & Orthodontics, our patients, or others.
Data Security & Retention
We protect personal data with industry-standard security measures (secure servers, encryption). We retain patient records only as required by law or to support ongoing patient care needs.
Your Choices & Rights
- Access/Corrections: You may request to review or update your personal details at any time.
- Marketing Communications: Opt out of promotional emails by following unsubscribe instructions or contacting us directly.
- Cookies: You can manage cookies via your browser settings, though this may limit some site features.
HIPAA & Health Information
As a dental practice, we strictly follow HIPAA guidelines for handling protected health information. Your medical data is used solely to deliver and coordinate dental treatments and process insurance claims.
Children’s Privacy
We welcome families but do not knowingly collect data from children under 13 without parental consent. If you believe a child’s info was provided without consent, contact us to remove it.
External Links
Our site may link to external resources or third-party offers. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites. Review their policies before submitting personal data.
Policy Updates
We may revise this policy to reflect changes in law or practice. Continued use of our services after such updates signifies acceptance of the revised policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our Privacy Policy or your personal data, please reach out to:
Lowes Farm Dental Care & Orthodontics
3806 E Broad St #108, Mansfield, TX 76063
Phone: (817) 799-5969