Privacy Policy

Galligan Family Dentistry

Effective Date: 01/02/2026

Galligan Family Dentistry respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the information you share with us through our website. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how it is used, and how it is protected. Please note, that this privacy policy relates only to the usage of this website, and the contents within it. For a privacy policy as it relates to patients, specifically compliance with HIPPA regulations, please click here.

By using our website, you agree to the terms outlined below.

Information We Collect

When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically for security and performance purposes. This may include:

IP address
Browser type and version
Device type
Pages visited
Time spent on pages
Referring website addresses
General geographic region

This information is used for website analytics, performance monitoring, and security purposes.

If you choose to complete a contact form on our website, we may collect:

Name
Email address
Phone number
Message content

We collect only the information you voluntarily provide.

How We Use Information

Information collected through our website is used for the following purposes:

Responding to inquiries from potential or existing patients
Scheduling appointments
Improving website performance and usability
Monitoring site traffic and visitor behavior trends
Maintaining website security
Blocking spam submissions and blacklisted IP addresses

Information submitted through contact forms is used solely to communicate with potential and existing patients. We do not use this information for marketing resale or unrelated third-party distribution.

Analytics and Tracking Tools

We use standard analytics and advertising performance tools, including but not limited to:

Google Analytics
Google Ads
Other website and advertising performance tracking platforms

These tools collect anonymous usage data such as page visits, click behavior, and general location information. This data does not include personal identifiers such as your name, phone number, or any information you submit through contact forms.

These platforms may use cookies or similar technologies to track website activity for performance reporting and advertising optimization.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings if you prefer not to participate in tracking.

Galligan Family Dentistry does not sell, trade, rent, or otherwise disclose personal information collected through this website to third parties.

We do not share contact form submissions, patient inquiries, or personal information with outside organizations.

Analytics data may be processed through third-party tracking services such as Google Analytics and Google Ads, but this data does not include names, messages, or personally identifiable contact information submitted through our website.

Website Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect our website and its data. This includes monitoring traffic, logging IP addresses, blocking suspicious activity, and preventing spam or unauthorized access attempts.

While we take appropriate steps to protect data, no website transmission is guaranteed to be completely secure.

External Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites.

Your Choices

If you have submitted information through our contact form and would like it updated or removed, you may contact our office directly and we will address your request in a timely manner.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or website practices. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Contact Us

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

Galligan Family Dentistry
Phone: (919) 977-1870
Fax: (919) 977-1872
Email: info@galliganfamilydentistry.com