Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for Rocha & DeMarsh Family Dentistry

Effective Date: January 1st, 2025

At Rocha & DeMarsh Family Dentistry we are committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the confidentiality of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information, including phone numbers, as well as your rights and choices regarding your information.

  1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information that you provide to us, which may include:

  • Contact Information: Name, phone number, email address, and other details necessary for appointment scheduling and communication.
  • Health Information: Information related to your dental health, medical history, treatment plans, and other relevant health details that are necessary for providing care.
  • Communications: Any information you provide when you communicate with us via phone, email, or through forms on our website or in-person interactions.
  1. How We Collect Information

We collect personal information in the following ways:

  • Phone Interactions: When you call or text us for appointments, inquiries, or other services.
  • In-Person Interactions: Information provided during your visit to our office, including health records and treatment details.
  • Text Messaging: When you opt-in to receive SMS communications, such as appointment reminders, promotions, or other office-related messages.
  1. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To Provide Dental Services: To process appointment requests, confirm appointments, communicate regarding treatments, and offer general dental services.
  • To Communicate with You: To send appointment reminders, updates, and notifications via SMS or email. You may receive marketing messages related to our services, but only if you opt-in.
  • To Improve Our Services: To enhance patient care, improve the user experience, and assess the effectiveness of our communications.
  1. How We Share Your Information
  • No Sharing for Marketing: We do not share or sell your personal information, including your phone number, with third parties for marketing purposes without your explicit consent.
  • Text Messaging Excluded: Text messaging opt-ins are excluded from any information-sharing with third parties. When you opt-in to receive SMS communications, we will not share your phone number or any related data with third parties for marketing purposes.
  • Legal Compliance: We may share your information with third parties when required to do so by law, such as in response to a subpoena, court order, or other legal processes. We may also share information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our business and providing services, but they are prohibited from using your information for any other purpose.
  1. Your Rights and Choices
  • Opt-Out/Unsubscribe: You can unsubscribe from SMS communications at any time by replying “STOP” to any text message you receive from us. You may also contact our office directly to opt-out of further communications.
  • Accessing Your Information: You have the right to request a copy of the personal information we have about you. Please contact us to make such a request.
  • Correcting Information: If you believe any of your personal information is incorrect or incomplete, please contact us so we can correct it.
  1. Security of Your Information

We take reasonable steps to protect the personal information you provide to us from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no data transmission over the internet or data storage system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure. We encourage you to take steps to protect your information, such as using secure passwords.

  1. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website, and the effective date of the update will be noted at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

  1. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us at:

Rocha & DeMarsh Family Dentistry
13510 N Rome Avenue, Tampa, Florida 33613
813-269-9466
[email protected]

By using our services, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

This Privacy Policy is designed to be fully compliant with SMS marketing regulations. If your dental office collects phone numbers through forms, text messaging opt-ins, or other communications, we strongly recommend linking this Privacy Policy on your website and in the forms where phone numbers are collected to ensure full compliance.