Legal Information - Selman Family Dentistry Anaheim

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2025

Information We Do NOT Collect

HIPAA Protected Health Information: This website does not collect, store, transmit, or process any Protected Health Information (PHI) as defined under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). All medical information, treatment records, and health-related communications occur exclusively through secure, HIPAA-compliant systems separate from this website.

Information We Collect

This website may collect the following non-medical information:

• Website usage analytics (pages visited, time spent, browser type)
• IP addresses for security and analytics purposes
• Accessibility preferences (font size, theme settings) stored locally in your browser
• Information voluntarily provided through phone calls or in-person visits

California Consumer Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

Under California Civil Code Section 1798.83 and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), California residents have the right to:

• Know what personal information is collected about them
• Know whether their personal information is sold or disclosed and to whom
• Say no to the sale of personal information
• Access their personal information
• Request deletion of personal information
• Not be discriminated against for exercising these rights

Note: We do not sell personal information to third parties. To exercise your rights, please contact us at (714) 772-4120.

Cookies and Tracking

This website uses essential cookies and local storage only for:

• Accessibility settings (font size, theme preferences)
• Basic website functionality
• Security purposes

We do not use third-party tracking cookies or advertising cookies.

Terms of Service

Professional Services

Selman Family Dentistry is a licensed dental practice operating under California Dental Practice License #35024. Dr. Selman is licensed to practice dentistry in the State of California. All dental services are provided in compliance with California state regulations and American Dental Association guidelines.

Emergency Care Disclaimer

This website is not intended for dental emergencies. If you are experiencing a dental emergency, please call our office at (714) 772-4120. For life-threatening emergencies, call 911 immediately.

Appointment Scheduling

Appointment requests through this website are not confirmed until verified by our office staff. We will contact you within one business day to confirm your appointment time.

Insurance and Payment

We accept most major dental insurance plans. Coverage and benefits vary by plan. Please contact our office to verify your specific coverage. Payment is due at time of service unless other arrangements have been made in advance.

American Dental Association Compliance

Professional Standards

Our practice adheres to all American Dental Association (ADA) principles of ethics and professional conduct, including:

• Patient autonomy and informed consent
• Nonmaleficence (do no harm)
• Beneficence (do good)
• Justice and fairness
• Veracity and honesty

Infection Control and Safety

Our office follows all ADA and CDC guidelines for infection control, sterilization, and patient safety protocols.

Continuing Education

Dr. Selman maintains current licensure and completes required continuing education as mandated by the California Dental Board and ADA standards.

Accessibility Statement

Web Accessibility Commitment

Selman Family Dentistry is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We continually improve the user experience for everyone and apply relevant accessibility standards.

Accessibility Features

• Text-to-speech functionality
• Adjustable font sizes
• High contrast and dark theme options
• Keyboard navigation support
• Screen reader compatibility
• Alternative text for images
• Semantic HTML structure

Physical Accessibility

Our office is fully accessible and compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We provide wheelchair accessibility, accessible parking, and accommodations for patients with various disabilities.

Feedback

If you encounter any accessibility barriers on this website or at our office, please contact us at (714) 772-4120. We welcome your feedback and will work to address any issues promptly.

HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices

Protected Health Information

Important: This website does not collect, transmit, or store any Protected Health Information (PHI) as defined under HIPAA. All medical records, treatment information, and health-related communications are handled through separate, secure, HIPAA-compliant systems.

Your Health Information Rights

You have rights regarding your health information that we maintain in our secure, HIPAA-compliant practice management system, including:

• Right to inspect and copy your health records
• Right to request amendments to your health information
• Right to request restrictions on how your information is used
• Right to request confidential communications
• Right to file a complaint

For a complete copy of our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices, please contact our office or request one during your visit.

Contact Information for Legal Matters

For questions regarding this privacy policy, terms of service, or to exercise your California privacy rights, please contact:

Updates to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy and terms of service from time to time. The effective date will be updated accordingly. Continued use of this website constitutes acceptance of any changes.

Last Updated: January 2, 2025