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Dr. Joseph Salim
About Joseph Salim, DMD, FICD
Dr. Joseph Salim, DMD, FICD, is a highly experienced general and cosmetic dentist based in Midtown Manhattan, where he has built a career centered on clinical excellence, personalized care, and a commitment to improving the health and well-being of others. With more than 33 years of experience, Dr. Salim combines extensive clinical expertise with a thoughtful, patient-centered approach to modern dentistry.
His practice encompasses a comprehensive range of cosmetic, restorative, and preventive dental services, including porcelain restorations, dental implants, crowns and bridges, teeth whitening, aesthetic dentistry, restorative care, therapeutic Botox, sleep apnea treatment, and the diagnosis and management of halitosis. Throughout his career, Dr. Salim has remained committed to integrating advances in dental science, technology, and technique while maintaining the individualized attention that is central to exceptional patient care.
Dr. Salim earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Temple University School of Dentistry, graduating with honors, and subsequently completed a General Practice Residency at Lutheran Medical Center in New York, now part of NYU Langone Health. He continues to advance his clinical knowledge through professional education, conferences, seminars, and workshops, reflecting his belief that excellence in dentistry requires a lifelong commitment to learning.
A Fellow of the International College of Dentists, Dr. Salim is also actively involved in professional dental education. He has presided over numerous lectures, seminars, and workshops at the Greater New York Dental Meeting, one of the world’s largest dental congresses, contributing to the exchange of knowledge among dental professionals from around the world.
Central to Dr. Salim’s philosophy is the belief that every patient deserves exceptional care delivered with integrity, compassion, and meticulous attention to detail. His warm and attentive manner is designed to help patients feel comfortable, informed, and actively involved in decisions about their treatment. Over more than three decades in practice, this philosophy has helped him establish enduring relationships with generations of patients.
Beyond dentistry, Dr. Salim is the Founder and Executive Director of Virtue Foundation (VF), an international nonprofit organization with Special Consultative Status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC). Under his leadership, Virtue Foundation has worked to advance sustainable initiatives in healthcare, education, and community development, particularly in underserved communities around the world.
Dr. Salim’s work in both dentistry and global health reflects a common principle: professional expertise carries its greatest value when it is used in service to others. Whether caring for patients in Manhattan, contributing to professional education, or helping develop sustainable programs internationally, he has sought to combine clinical excellence with compassion, collaboration, and meaningful impact.
Doctor Info
Education & Training
- Graduate of Temple University School of Dentistry with honors
- General Practice Residency at the Lutheran Medical Center in New York
Professional Memberships
- American Dental Association
- Academy of General Dentistry
- American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
- American College of Forensic Examiners
- Fellow of International College of Dentists
Our Office
Phone: (212) 644-1011
Fax: (212) 583-1150
Fax: (212) 583-1150
Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
Tuesday: 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
Please Note:
If your smile looks unhealthy or prematurely aged, contact us at 212-644-1011 to discover what cosmetic dentistry in NYC can do for you.
Dr. Salim is kind, friendly and a terrific dentist! Jennifer is a super, thoughtful and efficient hygienist. The staff is great. The office is nice and very clean. Glad I found them!
Lynne O.
I have been a patient for many years and always have a positive experience! Dr. Salim is highly skilled and very personable. His entire staff is friendly and knowledgeable. The care and cleanliness was also top notch during Covid times!
Valentina Z.
Dr. Joseph Salim is not only a top professional in his field, but also extremely reliable. I have had my fair share of “emergencies” and somehow he always manages to squeeze me in. Would recommend him and Sutton Place to anyone. Friendly, professional, qualified, and reliable staff.
Briana G.