Privacy Policy

Last Updated: September 2026

1. Introduction & Commitment to Privacy

At Navlekar Dental Clinic (led by Dr. Mandar Navlekar, Maninagar, Ahmedabad), we hold doctor-patient confidentiality and personal privacy as fundamental ethics of medical practice. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, store, protect, and handle your personal and health information when you visit our clinic, communicate with us, or use our official website.

2. Information We Collect

Depending on how you interact with Navlekar Dental Clinic, we may collect the following categories of information:

• Personal Contact Information: Name, phone number, email address, and home address provided when requesting appointments, sending inquiries, or registering as a patient.
• Clinical & Medical Data: Oral health history, medical conditions, dental radiographs (X-rays), diagnostic photos, allergies, ongoing medications, and treatment records collected during clinical consultations.
• Website Usage Data: Technical information such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and pages visited on our website to assist in site optimization and performance monitoring.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information strictly for legitimate clinical, administrative, and legal purposes, including:

• Delivering accurate dental diagnostics, laser treatments, root canal procedures, implants, and general oral healthcare.
• Scheduling, confirming, or rescheduling your clinic appointments and sending necessary pre- or post-treatment instructions.
• Maintaining accurate medical records in compliance with healthcare regulations under Indian law and the Gujarat State Dental Council.
• Responding promptly to your inquiries sent through our contact forms or phone calls.

4. Doctor-Patient Confidentiality & Record Security

All clinical records, diagnostic images, and personal consultations are treated with strict confidentiality in accordance with professional medical ethics. We maintain robust administrative, physical, and digital security measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, loss, or alteration.

5. Non-Disclosure & Information Sharing

We do not sell, rent, trade, or commercialize patient data under any circumstances. Your personal or medical information will only be shared under the following limited conditions:

• With external specialized medical consultants (such as oral maxillofacial surgeons or orthodontists) or dental laboratories strictly necessary for your integrated treatment, and with your consent.
• When required by law, legal order, or statutory healthcare authorities in India.

6. Website Cookies & Analytics

Our website uses basic, non-intrusive cookies essential for site functionality and navigation. We do not track visitors for intrusive third-party advertising. You can configure your browser to reject cookies if you prefer, though some basic site features may be affected.

7. Patient Rights

As a patient of Navlekar Dental Clinic, you have the right to inspect your dental records, request copies of your diagnostic X-rays, and update inaccurate contact information. To exercise any of these rights, please contact our clinic staff directly.

8. Contact Us Regarding Privacy

If you have any questions or concerns regarding our Privacy Policy or data security practices, please contact us at: