Last updated: March 2026
Dr Michael Ling Dentistry Professional Corporation, operating under the patient-facing name Smiling Dental, respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide when using our website and services.
This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding that information.
Legal business name:
Dr Michael Ling Dentistry Professional Corporation
Operating name:
Smiling Dental
Throughout this policy, the terms “we,” “our,” or “Smiling Dental” refer to Dr Michael Ling Dentistry Professional Corporation.
Minors
https://smilingdentaldundas.ca is intended for the use of adults 18 years or older and children over the age of 13. You are not permitted to use the Site if you are under the age of 13. By using the Site, you agree to provide us with accurate information concerning your age or identity if we request it. You also agree not to assist children under the age of 13 in accessing the Site or to attempt to contact children under 13 through the Site.
When you interact with our website, forms, or services, we may collect the following information:
Name
Email address
Phone number
Appointment information
Information related to dental treatment inquiries
Communication preferences
Website usage information such as cookies and analytics data
Information may be collected when you:
Submit a website form
Request information about treatment
Download guides or resources
Schedule an appointment
Communicate with our office by phone, SMS, or email
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
Respond to inquiries
Schedule and manage appointments
Provide information about dental services
Send appointment reminders
Send follow-up messages related to consultations or treatment inquiries
Improve our website and patient experience
Maintain internal records
If you provide your phone number and opt in to receive text messages, you consent to receive SMS communications from Smiling Dental.
SMS messages may include:
Appointment confirmations
Appointment reminders
Responses to patient inquiries
Follow-up communications related to dental consultations
Important service notifications
Message frequency varies depending on your interaction with our office.
Message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier plan.
You may opt out of SMS messages at any time by replying:
STOP
For assistance, reply:
HELP
or contact our office directly.
SMS consent may be collected through:
Website forms
Appointment request forms
In-office written consent forms
Direct communication with our team
By providing your phone number and submitting a form or request, you consent to receive communication from our office related to your inquiry or appointment.
Mobile phone numbers and SMS consent are never shared, sold, rented, or disclosed to third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.
Your information is used solely for communication between you and Smiling Dental.
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:
Analyze website traffic
Improve website performance
Understand how visitors use the site
Improve user experience
You can adjust cookie preferences in your browser settings.
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical precautions to protect your personal information.
While no online system can guarantee complete security, we implement industry-standard safeguards to protect personal data.
You have the right to:
Request access to your personal information
Request correction of inaccurate information
Request deletion of your information when appropriate
Withdraw consent for communications
You may opt out of SMS messages at any time by replying STOP.
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Smiling Dental
Dr Michael Ling Dentistry Professional Corporation
Phone: 289-378-5334
Email: hello@smilingdentaldundas.ca
Address: 4 Cootes Dr, Dundas, ON. L9H1A9
