Dr. Scott Dieter Urban, DMD, MD is an oral surgeon in West Jordan, UT specializing in oral and maxillofacial surgery.
7532 S. Center View Court Suite 102
West Jordan, UT 84084
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.
He has a state license in Utah.
Licensed In: Utah
Dr. Scott Dieter Urban, DMD, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: United Healthcare Community Plan (AmeriChoice), Aetna US Access, Aetna National Advantage Program, Aetna Medicare PPO, Cigna-HealthSpring, Aetna Affordable Health Choices, Aetna Open Access Managed Choice, Medicare Advantage, SuperMed, AARP, OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health), United Healthcare Options PPO, Aetna, United Healthcare Choice Plus, United Healthcare Choice, Aetna Workers' Compensation, Guardian, Texas True Choice, MagnaCare, United Healthcare, Medicaid, TRICARE, Aetna Aexcel Plus, Delta Dental, Aetna Aexcel, Aetna Select, Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, Aetna Choice POS, HealthSmart, HealthLink, Choice Care Network - ChoiceCare Network PPO, MetLife - SafeGuard Dental, MetLife - PDP Plus, MetLife - Federal Dental (FEDVIP), MetLife - PDP and MetLife - Dental HMO/Managed Care.
According to our sources, Dr. Scott Dieter Urban, DMD, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. Scott Dieter Urban, DMD, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 534 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Scott Dieter Urban, DMD, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in West Jordan, UT.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Scott Dieter Urban, DMD, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
Nobel Biocare USA |
$126
Dental Implant $112 |
Branemark $14 |
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Allergan Inc. |
$58
$58 |
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DENTSPLY IH Inc. |
$57
Implant Dentistry $57 |
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Merz North America, Inc. |
$25
Xeomin $15 |
Belotero $10 |
BioHorizons Implant Systems Inc. |
$20
BioHorizons Dental Implants $20 |
Food and Beverage | $133 |
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Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program | $117 |
Gift | $20 |
Education | $16 |
Dr. Scott Urban is a West Jordan, UT physician who specializes in oral and maxillofacial surgery. These areas are among his clinical interests: cleft lip and palate, facial problems, and facelift. Dr. Urban has a 5.0 out of 5 star average patient rating. HealthSmart, Delta Dental, and Viant appears to be the insurance carriers that Dr. Urban takes. He welcomes new patients at his office inWest Jordan, UT as reported by Doctor.com.