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Dr. Alice Urbankova, DDS, PHD is a general dentist in New York, NY specializing in general dentistry.
630 5th Avenue Suite 1860
New York, NY 10011
196 Belle Mead Road Suite 6
East Setauket, NY 11733
Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMJ)
TMJ stands for the temporomandibular joint, the little round joint that lies in front of the ear between the temporal bone ( the cheek bone) and the mandible (the lower jaw.) Often people use the acronym 'TMJ' to refer to temporomandibular joint dysfunction or disorder - that is, pain and stiffness in this joint and the muscles around it.
TMJ can cause a wide variety of symptoms related to the movement of the jaw. They can include earaches, headaches, an inability to open the mouth very far, painful clicking or popping noises when chewing or talking, and stiffness or pain in the jaw, face, or neck. Sometimes TMJ symptoms seem to go in cycles, getting better or going away for a while only to come back again. Symptoms can be mild and not very bothersome, or so persistent and painful as to be almost debilitating.
There can be many potential causes of TMJ. An injury or trauma to the jaw, arthritis, or grinding the teeth can all contribute to TMJ. The temporomandibular joint contains a small disc of cartilage that allows it to move smoothly, and this disc can become dislocated or torn. Sometimes the cause is unknown. There are no standard tests for TMJ, and it can be difficult to diagnose and treat.
Mild cases of TMJ may benefit from self-care such as eating soft foods, practicing stress management techniques, and applying ice packs to the jaw. NSAIDS, such as ibuprofen, can be purchased without a prescription and work to reduce pain and inflammation. Some dentists and occupational therapists can suggest stretching techniques for the jaw which may help relieve stiffness. More serious cases may require a form of splinting called a stabilization splint or bite plate, which helps reduce pressure on the joint. Extreme cases may benefit from arthroscopic surgery on the joint.
She has a state license in New York.
Licensed In: New York
Dr. Alice Urbankova, DDS, PHD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Aetna US Access, CIGNA PPO, Aetna Medicare PPO, Cigna-HealthSpring, Medicare Advantage, CIGNA Choice Fund PPO, OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health), United Healthcare Options PPO, United Healthcare Choice Plus, United Healthcare Choice, Guardian, United Healthcare, Medicaid, Cigna, Delta Dental, Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, Aetna - Savings Plus of Oklahoma, Aetna - Vitalidad Mexico con Aetna, Aetna - Texas Voluntary/Informal (Workers' Comp), Aetna - PCP Referral Plan (TX only), Aetna - Quality Point-of-Service (QPOS), Aetna - Savings Plus of Texas, Aetna - Aexcel Plus PPO (Aetna HealthFund), Aetna - Signature Administrators, Aetna - Aexcel Plus PPO, Aetna - Aetna Golden Choice Plan (PPO), Aetna - Preventative and Hospital Care 3000, Aetna - Savings Plus of Lake County, OH, Aetna - North Shore LIJ Employee Health Plan (CIIPA), Aetna - Texas CHIP, Aetna - Student Health Plans, Aetna - Savings Plus of Chicago, IL, Aetna - Traditional Choice Indemnity, Aetna - Aetna Dental PPO/PDN, Aetna - Aetna HealthFund Open Choice PPO, Aetna - Vitalidad Plus California con Aetna, Aetna - Medicare Plan (PPO), Aetna - Open Choice (PPO), MetLife - PDP Plus, Aetna - Savings Plus of Arizona, Aetna - New York Recommendation of Care PPO (Workers' Comp), Aetna - HCA Smart Care Plus (PPO), Aetna - Volunteer Plan, MetLife - PDP, Aetna - NYC Community Plan, Aetna - Open Access Aetna Select, Aetna - Aexcel PPO, Aetna - Aexcel PPO (Aetna HealthFund), Aetna - HCA Smart Care Base (PPO) and Aetna - Savings Plus of Florida (Brevard and Tampa).
According to our sources, Dr. Alice Urbankova, DDS, PHD accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. Alice Urbankova, DDS, PHD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.98 out of 5 stars based on 446 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Alice Urbankova, DDS, PHD from all over the web to help you find the right in New York, NY.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Alice Urbankova, DDS, PHD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$1,285
Opalescence $1,285 |
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$224
852-018-FG $90 |
852G-018-FG $90 |
839-016-FG $45 |
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$20
OSSIX PLUS $20 |
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$15
ONSET $15 |
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Dr. Alice Urbankova's specialty is general dentistry. Dr. Urbankova's areas of expertise include tooth extractions, root canals, and dental implant surgery. Her average rating from her patients is 5.0 stars (out of 5). United Healthcare PPO, Delta Dental, and Aetna are among the insurance carriers that Dr. Urbankova honors. According to Doctor.com, she is currently accepting new patients at her office in New York, NY.
