Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy
Effective Date: [05-03-2025]

1. Introduction
   Welcome to San Diego Sleep & TMJ Center. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled in a safe and responsible manner. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website: https://sandiegosleepandtmjcenter.com. By using our Website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
   When you use our Website, we may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and other details you provide when filling out forms or contacting us.
• Health-Related Information: Information you voluntarily provide related to your sleep and TMJ concerns, including medical history, symptoms, and treatment preferences.
• Automatically Collected Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages visited, and other browsing behavior through cookies and similar tracking technologies.
• Payment Information: If you make a purchase or pay for services online, we may collect billing details, payment method information, and transaction details. However, we do not store credit card information as transactions are processed securely through third-party payment gateways.

3. How We Use Your Information
   We use your information for the following purposes:

• To provide and improve our services, including scheduling appointments, diagnosing sleep disorders, and recommending treatments.
• To communicate with you about our services, promotions, and updates via email, phone, or SMS.
• To analyze Website traffic and improve user experience through data tracking tools.
• To comply with legal and regulatory requirements, including HIPAA compliance where applicable.
• To prevent fraudulent activities, security threats, and ensure the integrity of our systems.

4. Sharing Your Information
   We do not sell or rent your personal information. However, we may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Third-party companies that assist us in operating our Website, scheduling appointments, and processing payments.
• Legal and Regulatory Authorities: When required by law, such as in response to a subpoena, court order, or other legal process.
• Business Transfers: If we merge, sell, or acquire businesses, your data may be transferred as part of the transaction. In such cases, we will notify you of any changes to data handling policies.
• Healthcare Professionals: If necessary, we may share your health-related information with medical professionals to provide better care and treatment options.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
   We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience. These include:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the Website to function properly.
• Analytical Cookies: Used to understand how visitors interact with our Website.
• Marketing Cookies: Help us deliver relevant advertisements and track the effectiveness of marketing campaigns.

You can manage cookie settings through your browser. Disabling cookies may affect Website functionality.

6. Data Security
   We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information, including encryption, firewalls, and secure access controls. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We encourage you to take precautions, such as using strong passwords and avoiding sharing sensitive information over email.
7. Your Rights and Choices
   You have the right to:

• Access, update, or delete your personal information.
• Opt out of marketing communications by clicking “unsubscribe” in emails.
• Restrict processing or request data portability where applicable under data protection laws.
• Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Withdraw consent for processing your data, where applicable.

To exercise these rights, contact us at [Insert Contact Email]. We will respond to your request within the time required by applicable laws.

8. Third-Party Links
   Our Website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any third-party services they interact with.
9. Children’s Privacy
   Our services are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If we become aware of such data collection, we will take steps to delete the information promptly.
10. Changes to This Policy
    We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for any updates.
11. Contact Us
    If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

San Diego Sleep & TMJ Center

450 A Street, Suite 400 San Diego, CA 92101

Phone: 619-657-0787

E-Mail: info@sandiagosleepandtmjcenter.com