Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how Englewood Dentistry ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, shares, and protects information when you visit or interact with this website. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly.

By using this website, you acknowledge that you have read and understand this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the practices described here, please do not use this website.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information when you visit or interact with this website:

Information You Provide Directly

When you submit a form, request an appointment, or otherwise contact us through this website, you may provide information such as:

• Your name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Appointment preferences or scheduling requests
• Any additional information you choose to include in a message or form submission

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit this website, certain information is collected automatically through cookies, scripts, and similar technologies. This may include:

• IP address and approximate geographic location
• Browser type, device type, and operating system
• Pages visited, time spent on pages, and navigation patterns
• Referring website or source that directed you to this site
• Phone call activity, including calls placed through dynamically displayed phone numbers on this website (used for call attribution and analytics purposes)

Information from Third-Party Tools

This website may use third-party analytics, advertising, and operational tools that collect or process information about your activity. These tools are described in more detail in the "Cookies and Tracking Technologies" section below.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected through this website for the following purposes:

• To respond to your inquiries, appointment requests, and form submissions
• To communicate with you regarding your request or our services
• To operate, maintain, and improve this website
• To analyze website traffic and user behavior for performance optimization
• To measure the effectiveness of advertising and marketing efforts
• To attribute phone calls and inquiries to their originating source for analytics purposes
• To comply with applicable legal obligations

How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

Website Management Provider

This website may be operated, hosted, maintained, or supported with the assistance of third-party website service providers on behalf of Englewood Dentistry. These providers may receive and process form submissions, analytics data, call tracking information, and technical website data for the limited purpose of helping us operate, secure, maintain, and improve this website.

Third-Party Service Providers

We use third-party tools and services for analytics, advertising, call tracking, and website functionality. These providers may collect or receive information about your activity on this website as described in the "Cookies and Tracking Technologies" section. Examples of categories of service providers include:

• Website analytics providers
• Advertising and marketing platforms
• Call tracking and attribution services
• Form processing and delivery services

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

This website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activity. Analytics and advertising cookies do not load until you consent through the cookie banner shown on your first visit. Full details on the categories of cookies we use, how consent works on this site, and how to manage your preferences are available in our dedicated Cookie Policy.

HIPAA and Protected Health Information (PHI)

This website is not a secure or HIPAA-compliant communication channel. The contact forms and general communication features on this website are not designed or intended for the transmission of Protected Health Information (PHI) as defined under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

Please do not submit sensitive health information, medical records, insurance details, Social Security numbers, or other Protected Health Information through the forms on this website.

If Englewood Dentistry offers online scheduling, patient intake forms, or other services that involve the collection of health-related information, those services may be provided through separate third-party platforms and are governed by their own privacy policies, terms of use, and security practices. Those platforms are independent of this website.

The way Englewood Dentistry uses and discloses Protected Health Information created or received in the course of providing dental care is governed separately by our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices, which is also available at our office. If you have questions about how your health information is handled by this practice, please contact us using the information in the "How to Contact Us" section.

Medical Disclaimer

The content on this website is provided for general informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to be, and should not be construed as, professional medical or dental advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

No Doctor-Patient Relationship. Visiting this website or submitting a form does not establish a doctor-patient relationship between you and this practice. A doctor-patient relationship is established only through a formal in-person or telehealth consultation as agreed upon by the provider.

Not a Substitute for Professional Care. You should not rely on information presented on this website as a substitute for professional dental or medical advice. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a dental or medical condition.

No Guarantee of Results. Any descriptions of procedures, treatments, outcomes, or testimonials on this website are for informational purposes and do not guarantee specific results. Individual outcomes may vary.

Emergency Disclaimer

If you are experiencing a medical or dental emergency, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room immediately. Do not use this website, its forms, or any communication feature on this website to seek emergency care. This website is not monitored for urgent or time-sensitive communications.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on where you reside, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information under applicable state privacy laws. This section describes those rights and how to exercise them.

Rights Under New Jersey Law (NJDPA)

Englewood Dentistry is located in New Jersey. If you are a New Jersey resident, you may have the following rights under the New Jersey Data Privacy Act (NJDPA), which took effect January 15, 2025, to the extent it applies to our processing of your personal information:

• Right to Confirm and Access: You may confirm whether we are processing your personal information and request access to that information.
• Right to Correct: You may request that we correct inaccuracies in your personal information, taking into account its nature and the purposes of processing.
• Right to Delete: You may request that we delete personal information we have collected from or about you, subject to certain exceptions.
• Right to Data Portability: You may request a copy of your personal information in a portable and, to the extent technically feasible, readily usable format.
• Right to Opt Out:You may opt out of the processing of your personal information for purposes of targeted advertising, the sale of personal information, or certain profiling. You may exercise this right by adjusting your cookie and tracking preferences as described in the "Managing Your Cookie and Tracking Preferences" section, including by using a Global Privacy Control (GPC) signal, which we honor as a valid opt-out request where required by law.

To exercise these rights, contact us using the information in the "How to Contact Us" section. We will respond within the timeframes required by the NJDPA. If we decline to act on your request, you may appeal that decision by contacting us, and we will respond to your appeal as required by law.

Rights Under Other State Privacy Laws

If you reside in another state that has enacted a comprehensive consumer privacy law, you may have similar rights regarding your personal information, which may include the right to access, correct, or delete personal information, the right to obtain a portable copy of it, and the right to opt out of certain data processing activities such as targeted advertising or the sale of personal information. The specific rights available to you, and whether they apply to our practice, depend on the law of your state of residence.

If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information in the "How to Contact Us" section. We will respond to verifiable requests within the timeframes required by applicable law. We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.

International Visitors

This website is operated in the United States and is intended for visitors located in the United States. If you are visiting this website from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States, where data protection laws may differ from those in your country of residence.

By using this website, you acknowledge and consent to the transfer of your information to the United States. If you do not consent to this transfer, please do not use this website. If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or another jurisdiction with data protection laws, you may have additional rights regarding your personal information. Please contact us using the information in the "How to Contact Us" section to exercise those rights.

Data Retention

We retain personal information collected through this website for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Form submissions and related communications are retained for a reasonable period to facilitate follow-up and practice operations. Aggregated or anonymized data that cannot be used to identify you may be retained indefinitely for analytical purposes.

Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect the information collected through this website from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

In the event of a data breach that affects your personal information, we will notify affected individuals and applicable regulatory authorities as required by law.

Children's Privacy

This website is not directed at children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided personal information through this website, please contact us using the information in the "How to Contact Us" section so that we can take appropriate steps to delete that information.

Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites, platforms, or services, including but not limited to online scheduling platforms, patient intake systems, social media pages, and review sites. These third-party services are not operated or controlled by this practice, and their use is governed by their own privacy policies and terms of use. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.

How to Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your privacy rights, or have concerns about how your information is handled, please contact us:

Englewood Dentistry
334 Grand Ave, Englewood, NJ 07631
Phone: (201) 541-8111
Email: frontdesk@englewooddentistry.com

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make material changes, we will update the "Effective date" at the top of this policy. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how your information is being protected.