Privacy Policy
Rucker Dental Care and Smiles by Dr. Pat
Last Updated: 6/28/2025
Introduction
This Privacy Policy describes how Patricia K. Rucker, D.D.S. and her affiliated dental practices ("Dr. Rucker," "we," "us," or "our") collect, use, protect, and disclose your personal information when you visit our website at ruckerdentalcare.com, use our services, or interact with our dental practices.
Our Dental Practices
Dr. Patricia K. Rucker owns and operates two dental practice locations:
Primary Practice - Rucker Dentistry, LLC
- Location: 406 Chesterfield Ave, Lancaster, SC 29720
- Phone: (803) 283-9969
- Services: Comprehensive dental care
Affiliated Practice - Smiles by Dr. Pat, LLC
- Location: 3191 Lancaster Hwy, Suite G, Richburg, SC 29729
- Phone: (803) 789-7321
- Services: Comprehensive dental care
HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices
This Privacy Policy is in addition to, and does not replace, our Notice of Privacy Practices for Protected Health Information (PHI) under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Information We Collect
1. Personal Information You Provide
- Contact information (name, email, phone number, address)
- Appointment scheduling information
How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information for healthcare operations, communication, business operations, and legal compliance across both practice locations.
Your Rights and Choices
Under federal and state law, you have the right to access and control your personal information, including the right to request corrections and restrictions on use.
Contact Information
For questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices:
Rucker Dental Care
Patricia K. Rucker, D.D.S.
406 Chesterfield Ave
Lancaster, SC 29720
Phone: (803) 283-9969
Website: ruckerdentalcare.com