Privacy Policy
Effective Date: September 11, 2025
At Obeck Comprehensive Dental (“we,” “us,” or “our”), your privacy is extremely important to us. We are committed to safeguarding your personal and health-related information and maintaining your trust in all aspects of your dental care and communication with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal data through our website and communication systems.
1. What Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information:
- Full name
- Contact details (email address, phone number, mailing address)
- Appointment preferences
- Health information relevant to dental care (submitted via contact or intake forms)
- Insurance and billing information
- Communication preferences (e.g., text reminders, email newsletters)
2. How We Use Your Information
Your information is used strictly for:
- Scheduling and managing your dental appointments
- Sending appointment reminders and follow-ups
- Responding to your inquiries or requests
- Sharing important dental updates or wellness tips (only with your permission)
- Processing billing, insurance, or administrative services
- Complying with legal, insurance, and healthcare obligations
3. Data Sharing and Third Parties
We take patient confidentiality very seriously.
We do not share, sell, rent, or transfer your personal information with any third parties or other organizations unless explicitly stated and consented to by you.
The only exceptions are:
- When sharing is required to provide care (e.g., referring dentists, labs, insurance companies)
- When legally required (e.g., court orders, public health requirements)
- With your explicit written consent for a specific purpose
We maintain a record of any data shared, including the reason and recipient, to ensure full transparency and accountability.
4. Our Commitment to Privacy
- All staff are trained in patient confidentiality and privacy best practices
- We use encrypted and secure systems to store and transmit personal and health data
- Third-party services (e.g., appointment software, billing) are bound by confidentiality agreements
- We audit internal access to data and keep access limited to authorized personnel only
We never use your data for purposes beyond your care without your full knowledge and consent.
5. Communication & Messaging Policy
We may send communications for:
- Appointment reminders and confirmations
- Health and dental wellness updates
- Holiday hours and special announcements
- Promotions or events relevant to dental care (e.g., whitening specials)
These communications may be via email, SMS, or phone — depending on your selected preferences.
6. Your Right to Opt Out
You have the right to opt out of non-essential communications at any time. This includes marketing messages, newsletters, and promotional offers.
To opt out:
- Email: Click the “Unsubscribe” link at the bottom of our emails
- SMS/Text Messages: Reply “STOP” to any message
- Phone: Call us at (813) 253-5379 and ask to be removed from messaging lists
- Email: Contact smile@obeckdental.com with the subject “Opt-Out Request”
Note: Appointment reminders and essential health-related messages may still be sent as part of your ongoing dental care unless you request otherwise.
7. Data Retention and Security
We retain your personal and medical information only for as long as necessary to provide care, comply with legal/insurance requirements, or unless you request removal (where applicable).
Security measures include:
- Encrypted storage and communication systems
- Secure patient portals
- Limited access to patient records by authorized staff only
8. Your Privacy Rights
As a patient, you have the right to:
- Access the information we hold about you
- Correct or update inaccurate information
- Request copies of your health records
- Request restrictions on how your information is used
- Opt out of communication campaigns at any time
To exercise your rights, please contact our Privacy Officer at:
Privacy Officer
Obeck Comprehensive Dental
33 Davis Blvd, Tampa, FL 33606
Email: smile@obeckdental.com
Phone: (813) 253-5379
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. Updates will be posted on this page with the new effective date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
By using our website or providing your personal information, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.