Privacy Policy
Oceanside Family Dentistry
Effective Date: 1.1.2026
Oceanside Family Dentistry (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or interact with our office.
Information We Collect
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:
Name
Phone number
Email address
Appointment request details
Any information submitted through forms on our website
We may also collect limited non-personal information automatically, such as:
IP address
Browser type
Pages visited on our website
Date and time of your visit
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
Schedule and manage appointments
Respond to inquiries and requests
Improve our website and services
Communicate with you regarding your care or office updates
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.
HIPAA & Health Information
As a dental practice, we comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Any protected health information (PHI) you provide is handled in accordance with HIPAA regulations. For more details, please request a copy of our Notice of Privacy Practices at our office.
Cookies & Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings.
Third-Party Services
We may use trusted third-party services (such as website analytics tools or appointment scheduling platforms) to help operate our website and services. These providers are required to keep your information secure and confidential.
Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Privacy Rights
You have the right to:
Request access to the personal information we have about you
Request corrections or updates to your information
Request that we delete your personal information, where applicable
To make a request, please contact us using the information below.
Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children online.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us:
Oceanside Family Dentistry
4251 Arendell Street
Suite I
Morehead City, NC 28557
252-247-5683
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.