Petone Dental Centre ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and share your information when you visit our website or engage with our services.  

1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:  

1.1 Personal Information 
- Name, email address, phone number, and other contact details when you fill out forms, request appointments, or contact us.  

1.2 Non-Personal Information
- Technical data such as IP addresses, browser type, operating system, and pages visited on our website.  

1.3 Health Information
- Any health-related details you voluntarily provide during online consultations or appointment bookings.  

2. How We Use Your Information 
We use your information to:  
- Schedule and manage appointments.  
- Respond to inquiries and provide dental-related information.  
- Improve our website, services, and customer experience.  
- Comply with legal and regulatory requirements.  

3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. However, we may share information:  
- With service providers assisting in website hosting, email communication, or appointment management.  
- If required by law or to protect our rights and the safety of others.  

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze website performance. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features of the website may not function properly.  


5. Data Security
We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of electronic storage or transmission is completely secure.  

6. Your Rights
You have the right to:  
- Access and review the personal information we hold about you.  
- Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete information.  
- Request the deletion of your personal information, subject to legal or regulatory obligations.  

7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites.  

8. Updates to This Privacy Policy**  
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page, and the "Effective Date" will be updated accordingly.  

9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us:  

By using our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.