Privacy Policy

Last Updated: March 9, 2026

Ridge Periodontics & Dental Implants (“we,” “our,” or “us”) operates the website https://ridgeperio.com (the “Website”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information obtained through this Website.

By using this Website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We may collect certain types of information when you visit our Website or submit information through forms.

Information You Provide

You may voluntarily provide information through forms embedded on our Website, including:

Name
Email address
Phone number
Payment information (through secure third-party processors)
Referral information submitted by dental providers

This information may be collected through embedded forms provided by Jotform, which securely processes form submissions.

Forms submitted through this Website are transmitted using encrypted connections. Jotform maintains security safeguards and has a Business Associate Agreement (BAA) in place to support HIPAA compliance when handling protected health information that may be submitted through certain forms.

Payment Information

Patients may submit payments through a secure payment form embedded on this Website. Payment processing is handled by Square through integrations with Jotform. Ridge Periodontics & Dental Implants does not store credit card information directly on this Website.

Payment information is transmitted securely using encrypted connections and processed by Square according to its own privacy and security policies.

Referral Information Submitted by Dental Providers

Dental providers may submit referral information through a referral form on this Website. Information submitted may include patient contact details and referral information.

These forms are hosted and processed through Jotform and are transmitted using encrypted connections. Jotform maintains security safeguards and has a Business Associate Agreement (BAA) in place to support HIPAA compliance when handling protected health information submitted through these forms.

Referral information is used solely for the purpose of coordinating patient care and scheduling.

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Website, certain information may automatically be collected through standard website technologies.

This may include:

IP address
Browser type
Device information
Pages visited
Date and time of visits
Referring website

This information helps us understand how visitors use our Website and allows us to improve the Website experience.

Google Analytics

This Website uses Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC.

Google Analytics uses cookies and similar technologies to collect information about how visitors interact with our Website. This information helps us analyze traffic patterns and improve Website functionality.

Information collected may include:

Pages visited
Time spent on pages
Device type
Geographic region
Browser type

Google may process this information according to its own privacy policies. You can learn more about how Google uses data at:

https://policies.google.com/privacy

Users may opt out of Google Analytics tracking using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Cookies

This Website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience and analyze website performance.

Cookies are small files stored on your device that help the Website recognize returning visitors and understand how the Website is used.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, doing so may affect some Website functionality.

Third-Party Services

This Website uses third-party services that may collect or process information in order to provide certain functionality.

These services include:

Google Analytics — used for website traffic analysis and performance insights.
Jotform — used to securely process form submissions, including contact forms, referral forms, and payment forms.
Square — used to securely process patient payments submitted through the Website.
Constant Contact — used for event registrations and email communications related to practice events or updates.

These third-party providers maintain their own privacy policies governing how they handle information submitted through their platforms.

Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect the information submitted through our Website.

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Healthcare Information Disclaimer

While this Website may collect certain information through forms, the Website itself is not intended to function as a secure healthcare communication portal.

Users should avoid submitting highly sensitive personal health information through Website forms unless specifically instructed to do so.

For urgent matters or sensitive medical concerns, please contact our office directly by phone.

Data Retention

Information submitted through Website forms may be retained as necessary for patient communication, administrative purposes, or compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Children’s Privacy

This Website is not directed toward children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children through this Website.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your state of residence, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including the right to request access to or deletion of personal information that we may hold.

To make a privacy request, please contact us using the information below.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

Website Accessibility

Ridge Periodontics & Dental Implants is committed to making this Website accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities. We strive to follow generally recognized accessibility standards and to improve the usability of our Website for all visitors.

If you experience difficulty accessing any part of this Website, please contact our office and we will make reasonable efforts to provide the information or assistance you need.

You may contact us using the information provided below.

Contact Information

If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:

Ridge Periodontics & Dental Implants
https://ridgeperio.com/contact/

Phone: (651) 770-3014