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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: March 15, 2025
Practice Name: Studio Smiles
Location: Waterford, MI

At Studio Smiles, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled safely, respectfully, and responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or interact with our dental practice.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information You Provide to Us:

  • Name, phone number, email address, and details submitted through appointment forms, patient forms, or contact requests

  • Information shared with our office via phone, email, or social platforms

Information Collected Automatically:

  • IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited

  • Cookies and tracking technology used to enhance site performance and user experience

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, but certain features of our site may not function properly.

How We Use Your Information

Your information is used to:

  • Schedule and confirm appointments

  • Provide patient support and respond to inquiries

  • Improve website performance and user experience

  • Communicate important updates or reminders (only with consent)

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

Information may be shared only with trusted third-party service providers who assist with practice operations such as appointment scheduling, patient communication, or secure payment processing. These providers are required to protect your data and use it only for the services requested.

HIPAA Compliance and Health Information

Any personal health information shared with Studio Smiles is protected under HIPAA regulations. We follow strict standards to protect your health and treatment information. A full Notice of Privacy Practices (NOPP) is included below.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites, such as CareCredit or patient education resources. We are not responsible for the privacy or security practices of these external sites.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical, physical, and administrative safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, loss, or misuse.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal information

  • Request corrections or updates

  • Request limitations on how your information is used (subject to legal allowances)

  • Request removal of your information where applicable

To exercise these rights, contact us directly.

Contact Us

For privacy-related questions or requests, please contact us:

Studio Smiles – Waterford, MI
Phone: +1-248-618-3015
Email: info@yourstudiosmiles.com

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Notice of Privacy Practices (HIPAA NOPP)

Effective Date: March 15, 2025

This Notice describes how your medical and dental information may be used and disclosed and how you can get access to this information. Please review it carefully.

How We Use and Disclose Your Health Information

We may use or share your Protected Health Information (PHI) for the following purposes:

Treatment:
To provide, coordinate, or manage your dental care and share information with other providers involved in your treatment.

Payment:
To bill and collect payment for services, verify insurance benefits, and share necessary information with your insurance company or third-party payer.

Healthcare Operations:
For quality assessment, training, compliance, internal audits, recordkeeping, and business operations that help us run our practice effectively.

Other Uses and Disclosures Permitted by Law

We may share information when required by:

  • Public health and safety laws

  • Legal proceedings or law enforcement

  • Workers’ compensation claims

  • Health oversight agencies

  • Appointment reminders and treatment options

Any other use or disclosure requires your written authorization, and you may revoke that authorization at any time.

Your HIPAA Rights

You have the right to:

  • Request restrictions on how your information is used or shared

  • Request confidential communication methods (example: email only)

  • Inspect and request copies of your health records

  • Request corrections to your records

  • Receive a list of disclosures of your PHI

  • File a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated

We will not penalize or retaliate against you for filing a complaint.

Questions or Concerns About HIPAA

For more information or to submit a HIPAA-related request, contact:

HIPAA Compliance Officer
Studio Smiles – Waterford, MI
Phone: +1-248-618-3015
Email: info@yourstudiosmiles.com

You may also file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) at www.hhs.gov/ocr/privacy.

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