Meet Dr. Jerry Simon
A Legacy of Clinical Excellence
Internationally recognized authority on TMJ disorders, chronic headaches, and bite-related pain, with over 40 years of experience serving the Stamford community and beyond.
Founder of Dental Care of Stamford
Dr. Jerry Simon founded Dental Care of Stamford more than four decades ago and is recognized nationally as a leader and pioneer in the dental treatment of headaches and TMJ. He is the author of the best-selling book Stop Headaches Now and the inventor ofthe patented Best-Bite Discluder, a device now used by over 10,000 dentists in 12 countries to help identify and resolve bite-related pain.
A New York City native, Dr. Simon has dedicated his career to providing Stamford, CT andthe surrounding communities with the most advanced and personalized dental care available. He continually expands his training in the newest techniques and technologies,and patients travel from across the United States to consult with him on chronic head, neck, and facial pain that has not responded to conventional treatment.
Areas of Focus
Comprehensive preventive, restorative, and routine care.
Dr. Simon has personally placed over 5,000 veneers to correct bite problems and enhance appearance.
Diagnosis and non-invasive treatment of bite-related pain conditions.
Options for patients with dental anxiety or complex treatment needs.
Groundbreaking Work in TMJ
Dr. Simon is most widely known for his revolutionary work diagnosing and treating headaches and head, neck, and facial pain caused by TMJ (temporomandibular disorder). He is the inventor of the FDA-accepted Best-Bite Discluder, a non-invasive diagnostic device that helps identify the real cause of head, neck, or facial pain in under 10 minutes.
Once diagnosed, his success rate in achieving 90% relief of symptoms is over 96%. Dr. Simon has personally treated more than 1,850 cases of head, neck, or facial pain, and treatment typically takes only days. Learn more on our TMJ treatment page.
Education and Credentials
Dental School: New York University, New York, NY
Residency: Mt. Zion Hospital, San Francisco, CA
Fellowship, The Academy of General Dentistry (F.A.G.D.)
Fellowship, International Congress of Oral Implantology
Fellowship, MISCH Institute
President, Connecticut Implant Dentistry
Over 3,000 hours of continuing education
Author, Educator, and Speaker
Dr. Simon has taught cosmetic dentistry at both New York University and the University of Kentucky. He has delivered over 50 lectures to dental professionals, published more than 100 articles in dental and medical journals, and served as a featured guest dental commentator on Fox, ABC, NBC, and Discovery networks.
Legacy and Community
Under Dr. Simon's leadership, the Stamford, CT community is served by three sister practices: Dental Care of Stamford for adults, Dental Care Kids, and Dental Care Orthodontics
His charity, the Smiles for Life Foundation, has raised over $600,000 for children and health-related causes, ensuring his impact extends far beyond clinical walls.
"Dr. Simon has been named Top Dentist year after year in Fairfield County Magazine, Stamford Magazine, Greenwich Magazine, and Stamford Plus Magazine."
A Collaborative Approach
Under Dr. Simon's leadership, our practice brings together world-class specialists in every field of dentistry for coordinated, seamless care.
Dr. Hemal Patel
Dr. Jonathan Cohen
Dr. Zachary Roth
Meet the Entire Team
All Specialists
Consult with a National Authority
Whether you're seeking relief from chronic jaw pain or looking for comprehensive dental excellence, schedule your visit with Dr. Simon today.