Privacy Policy

Introduction

At Tysons Corner Dentists, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information when you visit our website, https://www.tysonscornerdentists.com/, or communicate with our dental practice.

By using our website, you acknowledge the information practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when interacting with our website, including:

• Full name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Appointment requests and scheduling preferences
• Information submitted through contact forms
• Questions, comments, or other information you choose to provide

We may also automatically collect certain information when you visit our website, including:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent on our website
• Referring websites
• General geographic location
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

We encourage visitors to avoid submitting sensitive medical or financial information through general website contact forms unless specifically instructed to use a secure method.

How We Use Your Information

Information collected through our website may be used to:

• Respond to questions and inquiries
• Schedule, confirm, or manage dental appointments
• Communicate with patients regarding requested services
• Provide information about our dental practice
• Improve website functionality and user experience
• Monitor website traffic and performance
• Maintain website security
• Comply with applicable legal and regulatory requirements

We use personal information only for legitimate business purposes and as otherwise permitted or required by applicable law.

Protection of Patient Health Information

Tysons Corner Dentists understands the importance of protecting patient health information.

Protected health information (PHI) collected or maintained in connection with dental treatment is handled in accordance with applicable healthcare privacy laws, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), when applicable.

Our use and disclosure of protected health information are also governed by our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices.

This website Privacy Policy does not replace our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve website functionality, understand visitor behavior, and evaluate website performance.

Cookies are small files stored on your device that help websites remember preferences and collect information about website usage.

Depending on the technologies used on our website, cookies may help us:

• Improve website navigation
• Understand how visitors interact with our website
• Monitor website performance
• Remember user preferences
• Support website security

You may manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

Where required by applicable law, we will obtain appropriate consent before using nonessential tracking technologies.

Third-Party Services

Our website may use third-party service providers to support website hosting, analytics, appointment scheduling, communication, and other business operations.

These providers may process certain information on our behalf or collect information through technologies implemented on our website.

We take reasonable steps to work with service providers that maintain appropriate privacy and security practices.

We do not authorize third-party service providers to use protected health information for purposes prohibited by applicable law.

Third-party websites and services may maintain their own privacy policies. We encourage visitors to review those policies when accessing external websites.

Sharing of Personal Information

Tysons Corner Dentists does not sell personal information collected through our website.

We may disclose information under the following circumstances:

• To authorized service providers assisting with website operations and business services
• To facilitate appointment scheduling and patient communications
• When required by applicable law, regulation, or legal process
• To protect the rights, property, or safety of our practice, patients, or others
• With your consent or at your direction

Any disclosure of protected health information will be handled in accordance with applicable healthcare privacy requirements.

Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

However, no website, electronic transmission, or data storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

We encourage visitors to avoid transmitting sensitive personal or medical information through unsecured communication channels.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, comply with applicable laws, resolve disputes, and maintain appropriate business records.

Patient records and protected health information are retained according to applicable healthcare recordkeeping requirements.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on applicable law, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including the ability to:

• Request information about personal data we maintain
• Request corrections to inaccurate information
• Request deletion of certain personal information, subject to legal exceptions
• Manage cookie preferences
• Opt out of certain communications

Patients may have additional rights regarding protected health information under HIPAA and other applicable laws.

To submit a privacy-related request, please contact our office using the information provided below.

Children’s Privacy

Our website provides general information about dental services for patients and families.

We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under the age of 13 without appropriate parental or guardian consent.

If we become aware that personal information has been collected from a child in violation of applicable law, we will take appropriate steps to address the situation.

External Website Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites for convenience or additional information.

Tysons Corner Dentists is not responsible for the privacy practices, security, or content of websites operated by third parties.

We encourage visitors to review the privacy policies of external websites before submitting personal information.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, website functionality, or applicable legal requirements.

Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

We encourage visitors to review this policy periodically.

Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:

Tysons Corner Dentists

8296 A Old CourtHouse Road
Vienna, VA 22182

Phone: (703) 848-8889

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.tysonscornerdentists.com/