PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: 02/27/2026

At Sunshine Smiles Pediatric Dentistry, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you provide when visiting our website, contacting our office, or using our online services. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share information collected through our website and other digital platforms.

By accessing or using our website, you acknowledge and agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

INFORMATION WE COLLECT

When you visit the Sunshine Smiles Pediatric Dentistry website or interact with our practice, we may collect certain information that helps us respond to your needs and improve your experience.

The information we may collect includes:

  • Your name, phone number, email address, and other contact details.
  • Information submitted through contact forms, appointment request forms, or other online forms.
  • Information you provide when communicating with our office.
  • Website usage information, including browser type, device information, IP address, and pages visited.
  • Any additional information you voluntarily provide through our website or communication channels.

We collect only the information necessary to provide requested services, respond to inquiries, improve our website, and support our dental practice operations.

HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

Sunshine Smiles Pediatric Dentistry may use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • Responding to questions, requests, and appointment inquiries.
  • Communicating with parents and guardians about dental services.
  • Providing information about our pediatric dental care.
  • Improving website functionality and user experience.
  • Managing appointments and practice communications.
  • Sending important updates, reminders, and information related to your interactions with our office.
  • Maintaining website security and preventing misuse.
  • Complying with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

We use your information only for legitimate business and healthcare-related purposes.

INFORMATION SUBMITTED THROUGH OUR WEBSITE

Our website may allow visitors to submit information through online forms, including contact forms, appointment requests, and other inquiry forms.

Information submitted through these forms may include:

  • Parent or guardian name.
  • Child’s name and basic information.
  • Contact information.
  • Details regarding your inquiry or requested service.

This information allows our team to respond to your request and provide appropriate assistance. Submitting information through our website does not guarantee an appointment or establish a dentist-patient relationship.

PROTECTED HEALTH INFORMATION

As a pediatric dental provider, Sunshine Smiles Pediatric Dentistry understands the importance of protecting patient information.

Any protected health information collected during the course of providing dental care is handled according to applicable healthcare privacy laws, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

For more information about how we protect patient health information, please review our Notice of Privacy Practices.

COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve website performance, understand visitor behavior, and enhance your browsing experience.

Cookies may help us:

  • Analyze website traffic and usage patterns.
  • Improve website content and functionality.
  • Remember user preferences.
  • Maintain website security.

You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or notify you when cookies are being used. However, disabling cookies may affect certain website features.

THIRD-PARTY SERVICES

Sunshine Smiles Pediatric Dentistry may use trusted third-party providers to support website functionality, communication, analytics, and other practice operations.

These services may include:

  • Website hosting providers.
  • Analytics tools.
  • Online scheduling platforms.
  • Form submission services.
  • Communication tools.

These third-party providers may collect or process information according to their own privacy policies. Sunshine Smiles Pediatric Dentistry does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

HOW WE PROTECT YOUR INFORMATION

We take reasonable steps to protect the personal information collected through our website and communication channels.

These measures include appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to help prevent unauthorized access, misuse, disclosure, or alteration of your information.

However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of information transmitted online.

CHILDREN’S PRIVACY

Sunshine Smiles Pediatric Dentistry provides dental services for children and is committed to protecting children’s information.

Our website is not designed to collect personal information directly from children without the involvement of a parent or legal guardian.

Parents and guardians may contact our office if they have questions about information submitted regarding their child or would like to request updates or corrections.

COMMUNICATIONS FROM OUR OFFICE

By providing your contact information, you may receive communications from Sunshine Smiles Pediatric Dentistry related to:

  • Appointment requests.
  • Scheduling information.
  • Dental services.
  • Follow-up communication.
  • Practice updates.

These communications may occur through phone calls, emails, text messages, or other methods you have provided.

You may contact our office if you have questions about communication preferences.

LINKS TO OTHER WEBSITES

Our website may contain links to external websites or resources that may provide additional information or services.

Sunshine Smiles Pediatric Dentistry is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external websites you visit.

YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS

Depending on applicable laws, you may have rights regarding the personal information we collect and maintain.

You may contact our office to:

  • Ask questions about information collected through our website.
  • Request updates to your contact information.
  • Discuss concerns regarding the use of your information.

For requests involving protected health information, additional rights may apply under HIPAA and other applicable regulations.

CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

Sunshine Smiles Pediatric Dentistry may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or services.

Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

CONTACT US

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us.


911 E Lincoln Ln
Gardner, KS 66030

Phone: (913) 884-3747
Email: [email protected]