{"id":2691,"date":"2026-05-19T03:30:34","date_gmt":"2026-05-19T03:30:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/varadah.com\/keasmile\/?page_id=2691"},"modified":"2026-05-19T03:36:39","modified_gmt":"2026-05-19T03:36:39","slug":"privacy-notice","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/varadah.com\/keasmile\/privacy-notice\/","title":{"rendered":"privacy-notice"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Effective Date:<\/strong>\u00a0January 1, 2025<\/p>

At\u00a0Kea Smile Studio, PLLC\u00a0<\/strong>(\u201cthe Practice,\u201d \u201cwe,\u201d \u201cus,\u201d or \u201cour\u201d), \u00a0we are committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of your personal and health information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard the information you provide through our website or communicate with us via text or email.<\/p>

  1. Information We Collect<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>

    We collect information you provide directly to us, including:<\/p>

    • Contact Information:<\/strong>\u00a0Name, email address, mailing address, and phone number.<\/li>
    • Health Information:<\/strong>\u00a0Information regarding your dental history, symptoms, or insurance details submitted via secure forms.<\/li>
    • Communication Preferences:<\/strong>\u00a0Your consent to receive SMS\/text messages or email newsletters.<\/li><\/ul>
      1. SMS and Mobile Communication (10DLC Compliance)<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>

        We may use your mobile number to send appointment reminders, treatment follow-ups, or office updates.<\/p>

        • Consent:<\/strong>\u00a0By providing your mobile number and opting in, you agree to receive text messages from\u00a0Kea Smile Studio, PLLC<\/strong>.<\/li>
        • Message Frequency:\u00a0<\/strong>You will receive up to 5 messages per month.<\/li>
        • Message and Data Rates:\u00a0<\/strong>Message and data rates may apply based on your mobile carrier\u2019s terms.<\/li>
        • Opt-Out:<\/strong>\u00a0You may opt-out of text messaging at any time by replying\u00a0STOP<\/strong>\u00a0to any message. Reply\u00a0HELP<\/strong>\u00a0for more information. Message and data rates may apply.<\/li>
        • Privacy of Mobile Data:<\/strong>\u00a0No mobile information will be shared with third parties\/affiliates for marketing\/promotional purposes. All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>
          1. How We Use Your Information<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>

            We use the information we collect for the following purposes:<\/p>

            • To provide dental treatment and coordinate care with specialists.<\/li>
            • To process billing and insurance claims.<\/li>
            • To send appointment reminders and respond to your inquiries.<\/li>
            • To improve our website functionality and patient experience.<\/li><\/ul>
              1. Disclosure of Information<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>

                We do not sell, rent, or lease your personal information. We only share your information:<\/p>

                • For Treatment\/Operations:<\/strong>\u00a0With dental labs, specialists, or insurance providers as part of your care.<\/li>
                • With Service Providers:<\/strong>\u00a0With trusted vendors who assist our practice (e.g., website hosting, IT support), provided they agree to keep this information confidential.<\/li>
                • As Required by Law:<\/strong>\u00a0To comply with HIPAA regulations, legal process, or government requests.<\/li><\/ul>
                  1. Data Security<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>

                    We implement industry-standard physical, technical, and administrative safeguards (including encryption) to protect your personal and health information from unauthorized access or disclosure.<\/p>

                    1. Third-Party Links<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>

                      Our website may contain links to external sites (such as patient portals). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third-party websites.<\/p>

                      1. Your Rights<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>

                        Under HIPAA and applicable state laws, you have the right to request access to your records, request corrections to your information, and request an accounting of disclosures.<\/p>

                        1. Contact Us<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>

                          If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:<\/p>

                          • Kea Smile Studio, PLLC<\/strong><\/li>
                          • Email:<\/strong>\u00a0office@keasmile.com<\/li>
                          • Address:<\/strong>\u00a01502 W Fletcher Ave, Suite 117, Tampa FL 33612<\/li>
                          • Phone:<\/strong>\u00a0813-968-6100<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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                            \"Dr. Ghosh & her staff are great working as a team. Dr. Ghosh is a caring person, she took time to explains the importance of oral care n how it can affect our health. Her assistant Hawraa n Annabel are also very professional n gentle.\"<\/p>\n

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                            Winnie Ng<\/h3>\n <\/div>\n
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                            \"I have received excellent care from Dr. Ghosh her technicians, assistants and front desk receptionists. They work as a team to provide their patients the best of care with warmth and professionalism. I highly recommend Dr. Ghosh and her team.\"<\/p>\n

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                            Joyce Taylor<\/h3>\n <\/div>\n
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                            \"Dr. Ghosh & her staff are great working as a team. Dr. Ghosh is a caring person, she took time to explains the importance of oral care n how it can affect our health. Her assistant Hawraa n Annabel are also very professional n gentle.\"<\/p>\n

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                            Sara Graf<\/h3>\n <\/div>\n
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                            \"I\u2019ve been going to Kea\u2019s Smile Studio for years and everyone on staff is always so kind and knowledgeable. Anabelle and Hawraa were both very sweet and quick to answer any questions.\"<\/p>\n

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                            Heather Ward<\/h3>\n <\/div><\/div>
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