Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 3/5/2026
Dr. Gonzalez Dental respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, communicate with our office, or use our services.
By using our website or communicating with our office, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
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Non-Sharing Clause
No Mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. Information sharing to subcontractors in support services, such as customer service, is permitted. All other use case categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.
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Information We Collect
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:
• Fill out contact forms on our website
• Request an appointment
• Communicate with our office by phone, email, or SMS
• Submit inquiries through online forms
• Interact with our website or digital services
The information we may collect includes:
• Full name
• Phone number
• Email address
• Appointment request details
• Insurance information (when voluntarily provided)
• Any information you provide through forms or messages
We may also automatically collect certain technical information when you visit our website, including:
• IP address
• Browser type
• Device information
• Pages visited on our website
• Date and time of access
• Referring website links
This information helps us improve our website and services.
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How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected for purposes including:
• Scheduling and managing dental appointments
• Communicating with patients and prospective patients
• Sending appointment confirmations and reminders
• Responding to inquiries and support requests
• Providing customer service
• Improving our website functionality and user experience
• Ensuring website security and preventing fraud
Your information is used solely to support our dental services and communications.
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SMS Communications and Opt-In
By providing your phone number to Dr. Gonzalez Dental through our website forms, appointment scheduling, or direct communication with our office, you consent to receive SMS text messages from our office.
These SMS communications may include:
• Appointment reminders
• Appointment confirmations
• Scheduling notifications
• Follow-up messages regarding dental services
• Customer support communications
Message frequency varies depending on your interaction with our office.
Message and data rates may apply based on your mobile carrier plan.
You may opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by replying:
“STOP”
After sending STOP, you will receive confirmation of your opt-out and will no longer receive text messages from us.
For assistance, reply:
“HELP”
or contact our office directly.
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Cookie and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve website functionality and analyze user activity.
Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us:
• Understand website traffic patterns
• Improve website performance
• Customize user experience
• Maintain website security
You may choose to disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain features of the website.
We may also use third-party analytics tools such as Google Analytics to help understand how visitors interact with our website.
These tools collect anonymized usage data and do not identify individual users.
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Data Security and Handling
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect your personal information.
These measures include:
• Secure hosting environments
• Limited access to personal data
• Industry-standard security practices
• Monitoring for unauthorized access
While we take reasonable steps to protect your information, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
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Sharing of Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties.
Information may be shared only when necessary for legitimate business purposes such as:
• Appointment scheduling systems
• Website hosting providers
• Communication service providers (such as SMS platforms)
These service providers are required to protect your information and use it solely for the services they provide to our practice.
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Mobile Information Sharing Statement
Mobile information will **not be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes**.
All categories above exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will **not be shared with any third parties**.
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User Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
• Request access to your personal information
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of personal data where applicable
• Withdraw consent to communications
To exercise these rights, please contact our office using the contact information below.
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External Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external websites.
We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites they visit.
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Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements, technology, or business practices.
Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
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Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:
Dr. Arturo Gonzalez DDS
Jose Gorostiza 1151, Zona Urbana Rio
Tijuana, 22010, Tijuana, B.C., Mexico
Phone: 619-739-4365
Email: ArturoGonzalezdds@gmail.com
Website: ArturoGonzalezDentist.com
