Privacy Policy
At Encore Dental Clinic, we are committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information in accordance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and other applicable privacy laws.
Collection and Use of Personal Information
We collect personal information from you for the purposes of providing dental care, managing our dental practice, and communicating with you. The types of personal information we may collect include:
- Contact information, such as your name, address, telephone number, and email address
- Health information, such as your dental history, medical history, and treatment records
- Billing information, such as your insurance policy number and payment information
- Any other information necessary to provide you with dental care services
By providing us with your personal information, you consent to our collection, use, and disclosure of that information for the purposes identified in this Privacy Policy.
Disclosure of Personal Information
We will only disclose your personal information for purposes related to your dental care or as required by law. Examples of such disclosures include:
- Sharing information with other healthcare providers involved in your care
- Submitting claims to your dental insurance provider
- Complying with legal and regulatory requirements, such as reporting to professional governing bodies or public health authorities
- We will not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing or promotional purposes without your explicit consent.
Safeguarding Personal Information
We have implemented administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, and destruction. These measures include secure storage facilities, password-protected electronic files, and restricted access to your personal information.
Access to and Correction of Personal Information
You have the right to access and request corrections to your personal information held by us. To do so, please contact our office. We may require you to provide appropriate identification to verify your identity before granting access to your information.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will post the updated policy on our website and will indicate the date of the latest revision.
Contacting Encore Dental Clinic
If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints about our privacy practices, please contact our Privacy Officer at:
Call Us: 604-464-4131
Email: [email protected]
2663 Shaughnessy St. Port Coquitlam, BC, V3C3G7
We are committed to working with you to address any concerns and will make every effort to respond promptly to your inquiries.