About
PreserveYourTeeth - Dentistry Alice Urbankova DDS, PhD stands as a distinguished dental practice in East Setauket, Long Island, embodying a profound commitment to comprehensive oral health and patient-centric care. Founded and led by the exceptionally qualified Dr. Alice Urbankova, the practice is built on a powerful dual foundation of clinical excellence and a genuine passion for preserving patients' natural teeth for a lifetime. The name 'PreserveYourTeeth' is not merely a brand but a clear declaration of the practice's core philosophy: to utilize the most advanced, evidence-based dentistry to save, restore, and maintain natural dentition whenever possible, moving beyond simply treating problems to fostering long-term health and wellness.
Dr. Urbankova's unique background sets the tone for the entire practice. Holding both a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree and a PhD, she brings a rare depth of scientific understanding and research acumen to clinical dentistry. This scholarly approach translates into a practice where treatment decisions are informed by the latest scientific literature, ensuring that every procedure—from a routine cleaning to a complex restoration—is grounded in proven efficacy and biological principles. Her journey to establishing the practice in East Setauket was driven by a desire to create a dental home where patients are treated as whole individuals, not just a set of teeth, and where education and prevention are given paramount importance.
The mission of PreserveYourTeeth is to deliver exceptional, personalized dental care in a comfortable and trusting environment. Dr. Urbankova and her dedicated team believe in empowering patients through clear communication and detailed education, ensuring they are active, informed participants in their treatment plans. The practice's approach is meticulous and conservative, favoring minimally invasive techniques that preserve maximum tooth structure. This ethos is supported by state-of-the-art technology, including digital X-rays, intraoral cameras, and modern sterilization protocols, which enhance diagnostic accuracy, treatment precision, and patient safety.
What truly sets this practice apart is the seamless integration of Dr. Urbankova's advanced expertise with a warm, compassionate bedside manner. Patients consistently remark on the unhurried, thorough consultations and the team's ability to alleviate dental anxiety. The practice specializes in complex rehabilitative and aesthetic dentistry, offering services that range from sophisticated crown and bridge work and implant dentistry to non-invasive cosmetic treatments. Dr. Urbankova's PhD-level expertise is particularly valuable in diagnosing and managing complex, multifactorial issues like TMJ disorders, occlusal (bite) problems, and the oral-systemic health connection.
Located at 196 N Belle Mead Rd in the Setauket area, the practice serves the communities of Long Island with a focus on building lifelong relationships. The unique value proposition lies in its blend of high-level academic expertise, a preservative treatment philosophy, and a deeply personal patient experience. In a field often dominated by corporate clinics, PreserveYourTeeth remains a beacon of individualized, relationship-based care, where the goal is not just to fix teeth but to enhance overall health, function, and confidence. It is a practice where science meets compassion, and where every patient's smile is preserved with the utmost skill and care.
Additional Details
Specialization:
Comprehensive General, Cosmetic, and Rehabilitative Dentistry with a focus on preserving natural teeth, complex restorative cases, and TMJ/occlusal management.
Education & Certifications:
Alice Urbankova holds a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree and a PhD. Specific dental school and PhD field information is not publicly listed but implied to be in a relevant biomedical science.
Pricing & Insurance:
Pricing is specific to individual treatment plans. The practice is considered an out-of-network provider but will file claims with most Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) dental insurance plans on the patient's behalf to maximize benefits. They also accept major credit cards and offer financing options through CareCredit.
Customer Reviews
Dr. Alice Urbancova is an amazing dentist. What separates her from the crowd is that she approaches dentistry with a goal of saving teeth and has the skill to do so. I remember my first visit to her office. Another dentist I was seeing wanted to root canal one of my front teeth. Dr. Urbancova examined the tooth and said she could save the tooth without a root canal. True to her word, the tooth is cavity free. Her specialty is minimally invasive dentistry. Dr. Alice works closely with her wonderful husband Dr. Steven Engebretson whose specialty is implants and Periodontics’s. Dr. Steven is also gifted. Dr. Steven performed several implants that were flawlessly performed with care. They both take an immense pride in their patients and are lazer focused on providing the best dental care possible.
I highly recommend both of them as an unbeatable duo in the field of dentistry. You can’t go wrong having them on your dental team. If you want a wonderful, caring and highly professional dental experience and place a premium on your dental health and smile, you cannot do any better than DrAlice and Dr. Steve.
The most comforting and professional dentistry experience every time. Dr. Alice Urbankova is not only brilliant in her expertise, but is kind and generously explains your diagnosis, treatment plan, and any questions you may have. Suzzie is a wonderful employee of Dr. U who keeps the environment spotless and light. I highly recommend them and look forward going to the dentist now!
I recently had the pleasure of visiting Preserve Your Teeth for a dental cleaning and some additional dental work, and I couldn't be more impressed with the experience.
From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere was warm and welcoming.
Susie the dental assistant performed my cleaning was not only skilled and thorough but also incredibly gentle. She took the time to explain each step of the process, ensuring I was comfortable throughout.
The dental work performed by Dr Urbankova was top-notch. She was meticulous in her approach, ensuring that everything was done with precision and care. I appreciated her attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
The team at Preserve Your Teeth office truly goes above and beyond to provide exceptional care to their patients.I highly recommend Dr Urbankova to anyone in need of dental services. Whether it's a routine cleaning or more extensive dental work, you can trust that you'll receive the best possible care in a comfortable and welcoming environment. Thank you to the entire team for your outstanding service.
Just became Dr. Urbankova’s new patient. All the positive reviews posted about her are all true. To sum it up she has a Great Passion for dentistry and works with you to help you preserve your teeth. As a Generation X individual who does not have great teeth I made the first step to seek consultation/ treatment by Dr. Urbankova I strongly recommend you do too. Thank You Dr. Urbankova.
Dr Urbankova is the best dentist I have ever encountered. She is very professional and knowledgeable. She fully explains all of her findings and plan for treatment before providing care. Cleaning my teeth with a laser with such precision was a new & very positive dental experience. The level of skill that Dr Urbankova displays is unmatched. I highly recommend Preserve Your Teeth 🦷 The office is clean and neat. Her staff is pleasant and highly skilled also. Dr Urbankova cares very much for her patients. Scheduling was very accommodating to my schedule and I was never rushed when receiving care.
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