Privacy Policy
Last Updated:February 2026
1. Introduction
Stellar Dental Clinic and Implant Center ("we," "our," "us," or the "Clinic") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience on our website and during your interactions with our dental practice. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information in compliance with theInformation Technology Act, 2000and theDigital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023, as well as other applicable laws and regulations in India.
This Privacy Policy applies to our website (www.stellardentalclinic.com), mobile applications, and all related services and products offered by Stellar Dental Clinic and Implant Center. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our services.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
- Create an account on our website or mobile application
- Book an appointment through our online appointment system
- Fill out contact forms or inquiry forms
- Send us emails or messages through our contact channels
- Subscribe to our newsletters or promotional materials
- Visit our clinic for dental examination and treatment
- Make payments for services or consultations
Personal information we collect may include: name, email address, phone number, postal address, date of birth, gender, and identification details (Aadhaar, PAN, or Passport number as required for verification purposes).
2.2 Health and Dental Records
When you visit our clinic or undergo dental treatment, we collect sensitive personal information including:
- Medical and dental history
- Current medications and allergies
- Dental X-rays, photographs, and radiographs
- Treatment plans and clinical notes
- Diagnostic reports and laboratory results
- Prescription information
- Insurance and payment information
- Emergency contact information
This health information is collected with your explicit consent and is subject to heightened confidentiality protections under the DPDP Act, 2023 and medical ethics standards. We classify this as "sensitive personal data" and handle it with the utmost care.
2.3 Automatic Collection - Cookies and Tracking Technologies
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing activity:
- Cookies:We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, remember your preferences, and analyze website traffic. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. Types include essential cookies (security and functionality), performance cookies (website optimization), and analytics cookies (user behavior understanding).
- Google Analytics (GA4):We use Google Analytics 4 (tracking ID: G-76WYBWHXM4) to understand how visitors use our website, including pages visited, time spent, user flows, and conversion metrics. Google Analytics collects and processes data according to Google's privacy policy and applicable data protection regulations.
- Third-Party Widgets:We use Trustindex widgets and similar third-party tools to display customer reviews and ratings. These tools may collect additional information about your interaction with their services.
- Device Information:IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, device identifiers, and referral source
- Usage Data:Information about how you interact with our website, including clicks, searches, pages viewed, scroll depth, time on page, and navigation patterns
2.4 Third-Party Information
We may receive personal information about you from third parties, such as:
- Referral partners and healthcare providers
- Insurance companies and healthcare networks
- Public databases and background check services (for employment verification purposes only)
- Social media platforms (if you link your account or interact with our social media pages)
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
3.1 Primary Purposes
- Providing Dental Services:To schedule appointments, provide clinical dental services, maintain your dental records, and communicate about your treatment
- Treatment Planning:To diagnose dental conditions, recommend appropriate treatments, and monitor your progress
- Communication:To respond to your inquiries, send appointment reminders, and provide post-treatment follow-up care instructions
- Billing and Payments:To process payments, generate invoices, and manage billing records
- Insurance Claims:To submit insurance claims, verify coverage, and coordinate benefits with your insurance provider
3.2 Secondary Purposes
- Marketing and Promotions:To send newsletters, promotional offers, and educational content about dental health and our services (only with your consent)
- Website Improvement:To analyze website traffic, user behavior, and preferences to enhance functionality and user experience
- Research and Quality Improvement:To conduct clinical research, quality assurance studies, and improve our services (with appropriate anonymization)
- Legal Compliance:To comply with legal obligations, regulatory requirements, and respond to legal processes
- Security:To detect, prevent, and address fraud, security breaches, and technical issues
4. Sharing and Disclosure of Information
4.1 With Your Consent
We will only share your personal information with third parties when we have your explicit consent. This includes:
- Insurance companies and healthcare networks for claims processing
- Specialists or referring dentists (when you authorize transfer of records)
- Laboratories for diagnostic testing
- Pharmacy partners for prescription fulfillment
4.2 Service Providers
We may share your information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, and servicing you. These service providers are contractually obligated to maintain confidentiality and use your information only for the purposes of providing services to us. Service providers include:
- Website hosting and cloud service providers
- Email service providers for communication
- Payment processing companies and payment gateways
- Customer relationship management (CRM) software providers - specifically Zoho CRM for managing patient records, appointment scheduling, and treatment documentation
- IT support and maintenance providers
- Analytics and tracking service providers (Google Analytics, Trustindex)
- Backup and disaster recovery service providers
Zoho CRM Data Storage:We use Zoho CRM to maintain patient records, manage appointments, and track treatment progress. Your personal and health information stored in Zoho CRM is protected by Zoho's enterprise-grade security measures and is subject to their privacy policy. Zoho maintains servers in multiple geographic locations and complies with international data protection standards including GDPR, CCPA, and applicable Indian data protection laws.
4.3 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information when required by law or when we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to:
- Comply with legal obligations, court orders, or subpoenas
- Enforce our terms of service and other agreements
- Protect the safety, rights, and property of Stellar Dental Clinic and Implant Center, our users, and the public
- Respond to claims of illegal activity or suspected fraud
- Comply with regulatory bodies and government authorities
4.4 Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, bankruptcy, or sale of assets, your personal information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will provide notice before your information becomes subject to a different privacy policy.
4.5 Anonymized and Aggregated Data
We may share anonymized and aggregated data (information that cannot be linked to any individual) for research, analytics, marketing, and other purposes without restriction or notice.
5. Data Security and Protection
We are committed to protecting your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. We implement comprehensive security measures including:
5.1 Technical Safeguards
- Encryption:We use industry-standard Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption to protect data transmitted over the internet
- Secure Servers:Our servers are protected with firewalls and intrusion detection systems
- Access Controls:We restrict access to personal information to authorized employees and service providers only
- Regular Updates:We maintain current security software, patches, and updates
- Backup Systems:We maintain secure backup systems to prevent data loss
5.2 Administrative Safeguards
- Comprehensive privacy and data security policies
- Staff training on data protection and confidentiality
- Strict access control and authentication procedures
- Regular security audits and assessments
- Incident response and breach notification procedures
5.3 Physical Safeguards
- Secure storage of paper records in locked cabinets and secure areas
- Restricted access to clinic facilities
- CCTV monitoring and security personnel at clinic locations
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services, fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, and comply with legal and regulatory obligations. Specifically:
- Dental Records:We maintain complete dental records for a minimum of 7 years from the date of last treatment, as per dental council guidelines
- Treatment Documentation:Clinical records, X-rays, and diagnostic reports are retained for the same period
- Financial Records:Billing and payment records are retained for 7-10 years for accounting and tax purposes
- Website Data:Analytics and usage data are typically retained for 26 months
- Marketing Lists:We retain marketing contact information until you unsubscribe or request deletion
After the retention period expires, we securely destroy the information through shredding, incineration, or secure digital deletion. If you request deletion of your information, we will remove it within the timeframes required by law, unless we are required to retain it for legal or regulatory purposes.
7. Your Privacy Rights
Under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 and related Indian data protection regulations, you have the following rights:
7.1 Right to Access
You have the right to request access to your personal information that we hold. You can request a copy of your dental records, treatment reports, and X-rays. We will provide this information within 30 days of your request.
7.2 Right to Correction
You have the right to request correction of inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated personal information. We will make reasonable efforts to correct such information promptly.
7.3 Right to Erasure (Right to be Forgotten)
You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal and regulatory exceptions. If you request deletion, we will remove your information unless we are required to retain it for legal, regulatory, or clinical reasons.
7.4 Right to Data Portability
You have the right to request your information in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format so you can transmit it to another provider or organization.
7.5 Right to Withdraw Consent
If you have provided consent for us to process your information for marketing, analytics, or other purposes, you may withdraw that consent at any time. This will not affect the lawfulness of processing prior to withdrawal.
7.6 Right to Object
You may object to the processing of your information for direct marketing, analytics, or other purposes. Upon receiving your objection, we will cease such processing.
7.7 Right to Lodge a Complaint
If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Board of India or relevant regulatory authorities.
8. Exercising Your Privacy Rights
To exercise any of the above rights, please contact us at:
Stellar Dental Clinic and Implant Center
Data Protection Officer
Email: info@stellardentalclinic.com
Phone: +91 88669 84984
Address: Nizampura & Vasna Bhayli Road, Vadodara, Gujarat, India
We will respond to your request within 30 days. If we cannot fulfill your request, we will explain the reasons for any refusal or delay.
9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
9.1 Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential/Necessary Cookies:Required for basic website functionality including login, form submission, security, payment processing, and session management. These cannot be disabled without affecting website functionality.
- Performance/Analytics Cookies:Collect data about how you use our website to improve performance, load times, and user experience. These help us understand which pages are most frequently visited and how long users spend on each page.
- Functional Cookies:Remember your preferences and settings so we can provide a personalized experience, such as language preferences or appointment booking history.
- Analytics Cookies:Used by Google Analytics (GA4) to collect aggregated data about user behavior, traffic sources, conversion tracking, and website optimization.
- Third-Party Widget Cookies:Set by Trustindex and similar third-party services to display customer reviews, manage their functionality, and track engagement with review content.
- Marketing/Advertising Cookies:May be used to track your interests, measure advertising effectiveness, and display personalized content or advertisements based on your browsing behavior.
9.2 Cookie Consent and Opt-Out
When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner allowing you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can modify your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings or by contacting us. Declining non-essential cookies will not prevent you from accessing core website features.
9.3 Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
- Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when a cookie is being sent
- You can delete previously stored cookies from your device
- If you disable essential cookies, some features of our website may not function properly
- You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing theGoogle Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on(available for Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge)
- For Trustindex, you can manage review widget settings directly through their privacy controls
- Most browsers allow you to set privacy preferences for tracking across websites
9.4 Flash Cookies and Local Storage
Some of our website features may use Flash cookies (Local Shared Objects) or HTML5 local storage technologies that function similarly to browser cookies. These technologies store data on your device and persist even if you clear browser cookies. You can manage these through your device settings or browser extensions.
10. Third-Party Links and Services
Our website may contain links to third-party websites and services, including social media platforms, payment processors, and healthcare networks. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services before providing your information. This Privacy Policy applies only to information collected through our website and services.
11. Children's Privacy
Our website and services are not intended for children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18 years of age. If we become aware that a child under 18 has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete such information and terminate the child's access to our services. Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided information to us should contact us immediately at info@stellardentalclinic.com.
12. International Data Transfers
Your personal information is stored and processed in India. If we transfer information internationally for business purposes, we will implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information in compliance with Indian data protection laws and regulations.
13. California and Other Privacy Laws
While we primarily operate under Indian law, if you are a resident of California or other jurisdictions with specific privacy laws, we will comply with applicable requirements including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and similar regulations. You may have additional rights under such laws.
14. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, and other factors. We will notify you of material changes by posting the revised policy on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our website and services constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
15. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
Stellar Dental Clinic and Implant Center
Data Protection Officer
Email: info@stellardentalclinic.com
Phone: +91 88669 84984
Website: www.stellardentalclinic.com
Address: Nizampura & Vasna Bhayli Road, Vadodara, Gujarat 390002, India
16. Compliance Certifications
Stellar Dental Clinic and Implant Center is registered with:
- Gujarat Dental Council (Dental Council of India)
- Indian Medical Association
- Department of Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy (AYUSH)
All our practitioners maintain current licenses and comply with professional regulatory requirements.
This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of India, specifically the Information Technology Act, 2000, the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, and other applicable Indian laws. Any disputes arising from this policy shall be subject to the jurisdiction of courts in Vadodara, Gujarat.