Privacy Policy

Family Dental Center of Connecticut provides this Privacy Policy to explain how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit www.familydentalofconnecticut.com. A link to this Privacy Policy is prominently included in the footer of every page and on all web forms near the consent language.

 

1. Information We Collect
   We collect two types of information:

1.1 Personal Information You Provide

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number (including SMS consent)
• Mailing address
• Date of birth
• Insurance information
• Any other information you submit when requesting appointments, completing forms, or communicating with us

1.2 Automatically Collected Data

• Usage data
• IP address
• Browser type
• Device identifiers
• Cookies
• Web beacons
• Analytics (e.g., via Google Analytics) to understand how you interact with our website and to improve our services

 

2. How We Use Your Information
   We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

• To schedule, confirm, and remind you of dental appointments (including via SMS)
• To communicate about your treatment, payment, insurance claims, and practice updates
• To personalize and improve your online experience
• To send you newsletters, promotions, or other marketing materials (only if you opt in)
• To monitor and analyze usage patterns, diagnose technical issues, and enhance website functionality

 

3. With Whom We Share Your Information
   We may share your information with the following parties:

• Service Providers: Third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf (e.g., billing, insurance processing, appointment reminders)
• Analytics Partners: Google Analytics and other analytics services to evaluate website performance
• Legal and Regulatory Authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights
• SMS Consent: SMS consent is not shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing purposes

 

4. Your Choices and Controls
   You have the following options regarding your data:

• Opt-Out: You may unsubscribe from marketing emails via the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of each email
• SMS Withdrawal: Reply “STOP” to any SMS message to withdraw consent
• Cookie Settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies—note this may affect website functionality
• Behavioral Advertising: To opt out of online behavioral advertising, visit the Digital Advertising Alliance’s Consumer Opt-Out page and the Network Advertising Initiative’s Opt-Out page

 

5. Data Security
   We implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, or destruction. Only authorized personnel with a legitimate need have access to your data.

 

5. Changes to This Privacy Policy
   We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will appear on this page with a revised “Last updated” date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

 

5. Contact Us
   If you have questions about this policy or our practices, please contact us:

• By phone: (860) 430-4388
• By mail: 365 Maple St, Wethersfield, CT 06109