Privacy & Data Protection Policy

1. Introduction

Malahide Dental Clinic & Implant Centre is committed to safeguarding the privacy and confidential medical data of our patients and website visitors in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Irish Data Protection Acts 1988–2018.

2. What Data We Collect

When you book an appointment, submit an inquiry form, or visit our clinic, we may collect:

• Personal contact details (Name, Telephone, Email, Address, Eircode).
• Medical & Dental health history, radiographic X-rays, 3D CBCT scans, and clinical notes.
• PRSI PPS Numbers solely for eligibility verification with the Department of Social Protection.
• Private health insurance policy details for direct claim submissions (VHI, Laya, Irish Life).

3. How We Use Your Data

Your personal and clinical data is used strictly for dental diagnosis, treatment planning, appointment scheduling, and statutory insurance/PRSI claim processing. We will never sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

4. Data Security & Confidentiality

All clinical records and digital imaging are securely stored on encrypted medical databases adhering to Irish Dental Council standards.

5. Contact Our Data Controller

If you have any questions regarding your health records or wish to request data access under GDPR, please email us at reception@malahidedentalclinic.ie.