Privacy Policy
Bowser Dental / Dr. Bowser Cosmetic & Family Dentistry
Effective Date: 02/23/2026
Introduction
Bowser Dental (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of our
patients and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard
your information when you visit our website.
By using our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information through our website:
Personal Information
When you complete new patient forms or contact us through our website, we may collect:
- Full name
- Phone number
- Email address
- Mailing address
- Date of birth
- Insurance information
- Health history and medical information
- Any other information voluntarily submitted
- Automatically Collected Information
Our website may collect certain information automatically, such as:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device type
- Pages visited
- Date and time of visit
We may use analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to better understand how visitors use
our website and improve user experience.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected to:
- Process and review new patient forms
- Contact you regarding appointments or inquiries
- Provide dental services
- Improve our website functionality
- Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
- We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.
- Text Message Communications
Bowser Dental may send appointment reminders or office-related communications via text
message through a secure third-party service provider.
Your phone number will only be used for appointment reminders or practice-related
communications. Message and data rates may apply. You may opt out of text messages at any
time by contacting our office.
HIPAA Compliance
As a dental practice, Bowser Dental complies with applicable federal and state laws regarding
the protection of health information, including the Health Insurance Portability and
Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Any protected health information (PHI) submitted through our website or provided to our
office is handled in accordance with HIPAA regulations and safeguarded using appropriate
administrative, technical, and physical security measures.
For more detailed information about how we use and protect your health information, please
refer to our Notice of Privacy Practices available in our office.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience
and collect website usage data.
You can modify your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, doing so may affect certain
website features.
Third-Party Services
We may use trusted third-party service providers to assist in operating our website or
managing communications. These providers are contractually obligated to maintain the
confidentiality and security of your information.
Currently, we do not process online payments through our website.
Online Scheduling
At this time, online scheduling is not active on our website. If implemented in the future, this
Privacy Policy will be updated accordingly.
Data Security
We implement reasonable and appropriate security measures to protect personal
information submitted through our website from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration,
or destruction.
While we strive to protect your information, no method of internet transmission is 100%
secure.
Children’s Privacy
Our website is not directed toward children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect
personal information from children through our website without parental consent.
Changes to This Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on
this page with an updated effective date.
Contact Us
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please
contact:
Bowser Dental
114 Ridgewood Drive, New Paris, PA 15554
814-839-9908
docbowser3dentistry@gmail.com
