Privacy Policy
This website is operated by Dr. Gina Johnson-Higgins, DMD, FAACA (“we,” “us,” or “our”).
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect personal information when you use our website, contact our office, or communicate with us via phone, email, online forms, or SMS/text messaging.
By using this website or providing your information, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
Information Collection and Use
We may collect personally identifiable information that you voluntarily provide to us, including but not limited to:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address
This information is used to respond to inquiries, schedule appointments, provide services, and communicate with you regarding your care or our practice.
SMS / Text Messaging Privacy
If you provide your mobile phone number, you may opt in to receive SMS or text messages from our office. These messages may include appointment reminders, scheduling updates, office communications, and related messages.
SMS consent is not shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing purposes.
Message frequency may vary. Standard message and data rates may apply.
You may opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by replying STOP. You may reply HELP for assistance.
Log Data
When you visit this website, we may collect information that your browser sends automatically, including your IP address, browser type, browser version, pages visited, date and time of your visit, and time spent on pages.
This data is used for analytics, security, and website performance improvement.
Cookies
Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help improve website functionality and user experience.
You may configure your browser to refuse cookies or notify you when cookies are being sent. Some features of the website may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
Service Providers
We may use third-party service providers to assist in operating our website or providing services on our behalf, such as analytics or communication tools.
These providers have access to personal information only as necessary to perform their services and are required to protect your information.
Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Links to Other Websites
This website may contain links to third-party websites not operated by us. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
Children’s Privacy
This website is not intended for individuals under the age of 18.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that such information has been collected, we will take appropriate steps to delete it.
Compliance With Laws
We may disclose personal information if required to do so by law or in response to valid legal requests.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Dr. Gina Johnson-Higgins, DMD, FAACA