Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 11/19/2024

Kid-1 Pediatric Dentistry values and respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website or use our services.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information:

  • Personal Information: Name, phone number, email address, and other details you provide when scheduling an appointment or contacting us online.

  • Health Information: If you submit medical or dental information through secure forms, we treat this as Protected Health Information (PHI) under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

  • Technical Information: Non-identifiable data such as browser type, device information, and IP address when you visit our website.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Schedule and manage appointments

  • Respond to your inquiries

  • Provide dental care services

  • Send reminders, updates, or educational content (with your permission)

  • Improve our website and services

We will never sell your personal or health information.

3. HIPAA & Patient Privacy

As a pediatric dental practice, we are committed to protecting your child’s health information. We follow all applicable HIPAA rules. This means your PHI will only be used or disclosed for treatment, payment, or healthcare operations unless you provide written authorization or as required by law.

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

We only share information when necessary for:

  • Providing treatment or services to your child

  • Processing insurance claims or billing

  • Working with trusted service providers who support our operations (and who are bound by confidentiality obligations)

  • Complying with legal or regulatory requirements

Any disclosure of Protected Health Information (PHI) will always comply with HIPAA standards.

5. Cookies & Website Tracking

Our website may use cookies or analytics tools to understand how visitors use our site and to improve your online experience. You can disable cookies in your browser settings.

6. Data Security

We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. While we strive to keep your data secure, no system is 100% guaranteed.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your child’s health records

  • Request corrections to inaccurate information

  • Ask for a list of certain disclosures

  • Request restrictions on how we use or share information (when legally allowed)

  • File a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated

8. Children’s Privacy

Because we serve pediatric patients, we take extra care with children’s information. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent.

9. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a new effective date.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your rights, please contact us at:

Malingkas DMD PLLC, dba Kid-1 Pediatric Dentistry
907 E. Cottonwood Ln. Suite 1
Casa Grande, AZ 85122
Phone: (520) 876-5431
Email: contact@kid-1.com