Patient Privacy & Clinical Data Protection
Dr. Srikanth's Multi Speciality Dental Clinic upholds absolute clinical confidentiality. We maintain strict compliance with the Indian Information Technology Act (2000), Sensitive Personal Data or Information (SPDI) Rules (2011), and Dental Council of India ethical standards.
1. Information We Collect from Patients
When scheduling an appointment, undergoing consultation, or receiving treatment at our Uppal clinic, we collect only necessary personal and medical data:
2. How Your Clinical Data is Utilized
Patient data is handled exclusively under the direct supervision of Dr. Srikant Pilli, B.D.S., for legitimate healthcare purposes:
- Formulating accurate diagnostic treatment plans (root canal therapy, dental implant placement, orthodontic alignment, cosmetic smile designing).
- Preventing adverse pharmacological reactions (e.g., local anesthesia contraindications or antibiotic sensitivities).
- Scheduling, confirming, or following up on post-surgical wound healing and suture removals.
- Internal clinical audits and adherence to sterilization verification protocols.
3. Radiograph & Records Retention Policy
Under Dental Council of India regulations and Indian medical jurisprudence, dental treatment charts, radiovisiography (RVG) sensor files, and laboratory fabrication records are retained for a minimum period of 3 (three) years from the date of final treatment.
4. Non-Disclosure & Third Parties
We never sell, rent, trade, or commercialize patient contact numbers or diagnostic data to third-party advertisers, insurance aggregators, or marketing firms.
Disclosures occur strictly in the following medical scenarios:
- Certified Dental Laboratories: Sharing anonymized crown/bridge tooth shade and STL scan impressions solely for milling prosthetic restorations.
- Medical Specialists: Co-consultation with medical physicians or maxillofacial surgeons with direct patient authorization.
- Statutory Mandates: Where disclosure is legally mandated by Indian judicial authorities or statutory public health bodies.
5. Your Legal Rights as a Patient
Under Indian privacy legislation, you maintain the following rights:
- Right of Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate phone numbers, spellings, or medical disclosures.
- Right of Diagnostic Access: Receive digital copies of your dental X-rays via email or secure messaging.
- Right of Withdrawal: Opt-out of non-critical appointment reminders or routine check-up alerts at any time.
6. Grievance Officer & Clinic Inquiries
In accordance with Rule 5(9) of the Information Technology (SPDI) Rules, 2011, inquiries or grievances regarding patient data protection should be directed to the clinical director: