Privacy Policy
Effective Date: October 2, 2026
Last Updated: October 2, 2026
1. Introduction
Dental Implants & Periodontics of Connecticut, LLC (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you interact with our practice, website, services, or SMS/text messaging program.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of personal information:
- Contact Information: Your name, email address, mailing address, and phone number.
- Service and Appointment Information: Information related to services you have requested, appointments, inquiries, or your interactions with our practice.
- Communications Data: Messages you send to us, communications with our staff, and feedback you provide.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device identifiers, and website usage information collected through cookies or similar technologies.
- SMS/Text Messaging Data: Your mobile phone number and your consent to receive text messages from us.
Information submitted through patient forms, our patient portal, or as part of your treatment may also be subject to additional privacy protections and practices applicable to healthcare information.
3. How We Use Your Information
We may use the information we collect to:
- Provide, operate, and improve our services.
- Communicate with you regarding appointments, treatment-related matters, practice updates, and other services you have requested.
- Send promotional communications when you have consented to receive them.
- Respond to your questions and provide support.
- Comply with applicable legal and regulatory obligations.
- Protect the security and integrity of our website, systems, and services.
4. SMS/Text Messaging Consent & Data
When you opt in to receive SMS or text messages from Dental Implants & Periodontics of Connecticut, LLC, we collect your mobile phone number and your express consent to receive text messages.
Text messaging originator opt-in data and consent will not be shared with, sold to, or provided to third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.
Your consent to receive SMS communications is not a condition of receiving treatment or services from our practice.
5. Sharing of Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
We may share information only in limited circumstances, including:
Service Providers: With trusted vendors that assist us in operating our practice, website, communications systems, payment processing, or other business functions, subject to appropriate confidentiality and privacy obligations.
Legal Requirements: When disclosure is required by law, court order, governmental authority, or other applicable legal process.
Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of business assets, subject to applicable legal requirements.
Mobile information and SMS opt-in consent will not be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality, understand website usage, and enhance your experience.
You may control certain cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of portions of the website.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy or as required by applicable law.
SMS opt-in and consent records may be retained in accordance with carrier, regulatory, and recordkeeping requirements.
8. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on applicable law and the type of information involved, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including the ability to:
- Request access to or correction of certain personal information.
- Request deletion of certain information, where applicable.
- Opt out of certain marketing communications.
- Request information regarding how your information is used or disclosed.
Some information maintained by a healthcare provider may be subject to separate requirements and limitations under applicable healthcare privacy laws.
To submit a privacy-related request, please contact us using the information below.
Meriden Office
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (203) 630-1312
Waterbury Office
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (203) 597-0055
9. Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
10. Children's Privacy
Our website and online services are not directed to children under the age of 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal information online directly from children under 13 without appropriate authorization. If you believe information has been submitted to us improperly, please contact us.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
When material changes are made, we may post an updated version on this website and revise the “Last Updated” date above.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact:
Dental Implants & Periodontics of Connecticut, LLC
Meriden Office
546 South Broad Street, Suite 2D
Meriden, CT 06450
Phone: (203) 630-1312
Email: [email protected]
Waterbury Office
1064 Chase Parkway
Waterbury, CT 06708
Phone: (203) 597-0055
Email: [email protected]