Privacy Policy

Effective Date:

10/16/2024

Westwood Orthodontics

(“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to safeguarding your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal and health-related information when you interact with our services, both online and in-office.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information: This may include your name, contact details, date of birth, and other identifying details that you provide when scheduling appointments or filling out forms.Health Information: As part of our orthodontic services, we collect medical history, treatment plans, X-rays, and insurance information.Usage Information: We may collect information about how you access and use our website, including IP addresses, browser type, and page interaction data.

2. How We Use Your Information

To provide orthodontic care services, including diagnosis and treatment.To communicate with you about appointments, treatment plans, and follow-up care.To process insurance claims, billing, and payments.To improve the functionality and performance of our website.To comply with legal obligations and healthcare regulations.

3. Information Sharing

We may share your information with:

Healthcare Providers: To coordinate your care with other professionals involved in your treatment.Insurance Providers: To process claims and obtain payments.Third-Party Service Providers: Who assist in running our website and office operations, provided they adhere to strict privacy policies.Legal Authorities: When required by law to comply with legal proceedings or governmental requests.

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard measures to ensure the security and confidentiality of your personal and health information. However, no security system is entirely foolproof, and we cannot guarantee complete protection from all security risks.

5. Your Rights

Access and Correction: You have the right to request access to and correct your personal and health information.Data Deletion: You can request the deletion of your personal data, subject to certain exceptions required by law.Opt-Out of Marketing: You may opt-out of receiving marketing communications from us at any time.

6. Changes to the Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on our website with the updated effective date.

7. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns regarding our privacy practices, please contact us at:

Westwood Orthodontics

1033 Gayley Ave. Ste 106 Los Angeles, CA 90024
+13102086333
contactus@westwoodbraces.com