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Privacy Policy
Last updated: May 2026
1. Information We Collect
Kevin Nail DDS Family & Cosmetic Dentistry ("we," "our," or "us") collects information you voluntarily provide when you contact us, submit appointment requests, or complete patient forms. This may include your name, phone number, email address, mailing address, and health-related information necessary to provide dental care.
We also automatically collect certain technical data when you visit our website, including your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and referring URLs, through standard server logs and analytics tools.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Schedule and manage dental appointments
- Communicate with you about your care
- Process patient intake forms and medical histories
- Respond to inquiries submitted through our website or by phone
- Improve our website and patient experience
- Comply with applicable laws and regulations, including HIPAA
3. HIPAA & Protected Health Information
As a dental practice, we are subject to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Your protected health information (PHI) is handled in accordance with our Notice of Privacy Practices, which is provided to all patients at their first visit and available upon request at our office.
4. Information Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share information with:
- Dental specialists or other healthcare providers involved in your treatment
- Insurance companies for billing and claims processing
- Service providers who assist us in operating our website or practice (under confidentiality agreements)
- Law enforcement or regulatory authorities when required by law
5. Cookies & Tracking
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience and analyze site traffic. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Disabling cookies may affect certain website functionality.
6. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites (such as patient form portals, Google Maps, or social media platforms). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.
8. Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without verifiable parental consent.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of our website after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us:
Kevin Nail DDS Family & Cosmetic Dentistry
15757 Farm to Market Rd. 529, Suite A
Houston, TX 77095
