Privacy Policy | Efthymiades Clinic

Last updated: October 8, 2025

This Privacy Policy describes our policies and procedures regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of your information when you use our website or receive dental services from Efthymiades Clinic. It also informs you of your privacy rights and how the law protects you.

By using our website or receiving dental services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Interpretation and Definitions

Personal Data – Any information relating to an identified or identifiable individual, including sensitive health data.

Health Data – Information about your physical or mental health, medical history, dental records, and treatments.

Service – Refers to the website www.efthymiadesclinic.com and any dental services provided by Efthymiades Clinic.

You – Any individual accessing the website or receiving dental services.

Cookies – Small files stored on your device to enhance website functionality and track website usage.

Information We Collect

1. Personal Data

When using our website or contacting us, we may collect:

Name, email address, phone number
Messages submitted via contact forms
Payment information (if applicable)

2. Health Data

For patients receiving dental services, we may collect:

Medical and dental history
Records of treatments and procedures
Information necessary to provide safe and effective care

Note: Collection of health data is based on your explicit consent and is considered sensitive personal data under GDPR.

3. Usage Data

When using the website, we may automatically collect:

IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent on pages
Device information and location (if enabled)

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to improve website performance and user experience. You can accept or reject non-essential cookies via our cookie banner.

Types of cookies:

Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality
Functionality Cookies: Remember preferences, such as language or login details

How We Use Your Information

To provide and maintain dental services and website functionality
To communicate with you regarding appointments, treatments, and updates
To manage patient records and comply with legal obligations
To improve our services through analysis and feedback
For marketing purposes only if you have explicitly consented

Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal and health data for the following reasons:

Contractual necessity – to provide dental care and services you requested
Legal obligation – to comply with healthcare regulations in Cyprus
Consent – for processing sensitive health data or marketing communications

Sharing Your Information

We may share your data with:

Service Providers – e.g., IT systems, appointment management tools
Affiliates or business partners – only with strict confidentiality
Legal authorities – when required by law
With your consent – for any other purpose

Health data is never shared publicly.

Retention of Data

Website data (contact forms, analytics) is retained for as long as necessary for service purposes.
Patient health records are retained in accordance with Cyprus healthcare regulations and securely deleted after the retention period.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access, correct, or delete your personal and health data
Withdraw consent for processing at any time
Object to marketing communications
Request a copy of your dental records

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@efthymiadesclinic.com.

Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal or health information from children under 13 without parental consent. Parents or guardians must provide consent for any treatment or data collection for minors.

Security of Your Data

We use commercially acceptable measures to protect your data. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, contact us:
email: info@efthymiadesclinic.com