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Electronic Communications Disclosure

Effective: January 20, 2026Last updated: February 15, 2026
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This Electronic Communications Disclosure ("Disclosure") describes how Shiner Dental, PLLC ("we," "our," or "us") may communicate with you electronically, and explains your rights regarding those communications. By using our website or submitting information electronically, you consent to receive communications from us electronically.

1. Scope of Electronic Communications

We may communicate with you electronically in connection with:

  • Appointment confirmations, reminders, and scheduling information.
  • Responses to inquiries submitted through our website or by email.
  • General office communications, including policy updates and notices.
  • Billing and insurance-related correspondence (where applicable and permitted).

2. Your Consent

By submitting your contact information through our website or communicating with us via email, you consent to receive electronic communications from Shiner Dental, PLLC. This consent applies to all electronic communications described in this Disclosure.

3. Security of Electronic Communications

While we take reasonable steps to protect electronic communications, internet communications are not guaranteed to be fully secure. Please do not send sensitive health information (such as detailed medical history or protected health information) through general website contact forms or unencrypted email. For sensitive matters, please contact our office directly by phone.

4. Withdrawing Consent

You may withdraw your consent to receive electronic communications at any time by contacting our office at (361) 594-2800 or [email protected]. Please note that withdrawing consent may affect our ability to communicate with you efficiently regarding your care and appointments.

5. Updating Your Contact Information

It is your responsibility to provide us with accurate and current contact information. If your email address or other contact information changes, please notify our office promptly to ensure you continue to receive important communications.

6. HIPAA Compliance

Electronic communications involving your protected health information (PHI) are governed by our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices. We maintain appropriate safeguards for PHI transmitted electronically in accordance with applicable federal and state law.

7. Changes to This Disclosure

We may update this Electronic Communications Disclosure from time to time. The "Last updated" date above will reflect when changes were made. Continued use of our website or electronic communications after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Disclosure.

Questions About This Policy?

Contact our office directly if you have any questions or concerns.

Shiner Dental, PLLC — 821 North Avenue D, Shiner, TX 77984

(361) 594-2800 · [email protected]

Privacy Officer: Melanie Billimek Cowan, DDS