Privacy Policy
Effective Date: Jan 1, 2026
Dental Office of Dr. L. Ramgopal / Ramgopal Dental (“Ramgopal Dental,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information submitted through our website, online forms, advertising forms, phone calls, and other digital contact methods.
This Privacy Policy applies to information collected through our website and online marketing channels. It does not replace our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices, which explains how protected health information may be used and disclosed in connection with dental care.
Information We Collect
We may collect information you choose to provide, including:
- Name
- Phone number
- Email address
- Preferred contact method
- Preferred appointment time
- New patient status
- Information submitted through website forms, Facebook or Instagram lead forms, email, phone, or other contact methods
We may also collect limited technical information through our website, such as browser type, device type, pages visited, general location information, referring website, and interactions with our website or advertisements.
How We Use Your Information
We may use the information we collect to:
- Respond to your appointment request
- Contact you by phone, text message, or email
- Provide information about the New Patient Special or other requested services
- Schedule, confirm, or follow up about appointments
- Improve our website, advertising, and patient communication process
- Maintain internal records
- Comply with legal, regulatory, and professional obligations
Calls, Texts, and Emails
By submitting a form or contacting us, you agree that Ramgopal Dental may contact you by phone, text message, or email about your appointment request, the New Patient Special, or related dental office communications. Message and data rates may apply.
You may ask us to stop contacting you by text or email at any time. You may also call our office directly at 408-253-8150.
Health Information and HIPAA
Ramgopal Dental may be subject to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (“HIPAA”) when handling protected health information related to dental care.
Please do not submit sensitive medical, dental, insurance, or emergency information through general website forms, advertising forms, or social media forms. If you have an urgent dental concern, call the office directly or seek emergency care when appropriate.
For information about how we use and disclose protected health information, please review our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices or contact our office.
Online Advertising and Tracking
We may use online advertising tools, analytics tools, cookies, pixels, or similar technologies to understand how people interact with our website and advertisements.
We do not intentionally use online advertising tools to collect or disclose protected health information. We do not ask for dental symptoms, diagnoses, treatment details, insurance information, or medical history through our Facebook or Instagram lead forms.
If you prefer, you can adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies. You may also use privacy settings provided by advertising platforms.
How We Share Information
We may share information only as needed to operate our dental practice, respond to inquiries, manage advertising leads, provide requested services, or comply with legal obligations.
We may use service providers such as website hosting companies, advertising platforms, analytics providers, scheduling tools, email or text communication services, and data storage providers. These providers may process information on our behalf.
We do not sell patient information.
Data Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information. However, no website, online form, email, text message, or internet transmission is completely secure.
Please do not submit sensitive dental, medical, financial, or emergency information through general online forms.
Your Choices
You may contact us to:
- Request access to information you provided
- Correct or update your contact information
- Ask us to stop contacting you for marketing or follow-up communications
- Ask questions about this Privacy Policy
To make a request, contact us at:
Ramgopal Dental
20445 Prospect Road
San Jose, CA 95129
Phone: 408-253-8150
Email: Info@RamgopalDental.com
Children’s Privacy
Our website and advertising forms are intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children through our online advertising forms.
Links to Other Websites
Our website or advertisements may link to third-party websites, including Facebook, Instagram, Google, or other platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third-party websites.
Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact:
Ramgopal Dental
20445 Prospect Road
San Jose, CA 95129
Phone: 408-253-8150
Email: Info@RamgopalDental.com