Smile Dental Clinic

Effective Date: June 2025

At Smile Dental Clinic, under the care of Dr. S E Husain, we value the trust you place in us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal and medical information in accordance with applicable healthcare privacy regulations.

1. Information We Collect

Personal identification details (name, address, contact number, email) provided during appointment booking or registration.
Medical and dental history, treatment notes, diagnostic images, and prescriptions required for your care.
Payment and billing details, where applicable, for processing transactions.
Website usage data such as IP address, browser type, and visited pages to improve user experience.

2. How We Use Your Information

To provide accurate diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up.
To maintain medical records as required by law.
To communicate appointment reminders, treatment updates, or test results.
To process billing, insurance claims, and clinic management operations.

3. Confidentiality & Data Protection

Your medical records are treated with the highest level of confidentiality. Access is restricted to authorized healthcare professionals directly involved in your treatment. We employ administrative, physical, and technical safeguards to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

4. Legal Compliance & Record Retention

We retain patient records for the duration required by medical and dental regulations. Records may be disclosed only when:

Mandated by law or court order.
Required by health authorities for regulatory compliance.
Necessary to prevent serious threats to patient safety or public health.

5. Consent for Treatment & Data Use

By receiving treatment at Smile Dental Clinic, you consent to the collection and use of your personal and medical information for the purposes described in this policy. You may request clarification on how your data is used at any time.

6. Third-Party Services

We may use trusted third-party providers for diagnostic tests, laboratory work, or technical support. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements and are required to maintain data security standards.

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in regulations or clinic practices. The revised policy will be posted on our website with an updated effective date.

8. Contact Us

For questions, concerns, or requests regarding your personal data, please contact:

Email: dentisthusain@gmail.com