10/23/2025
As many of you know our lovely Dr. Patel is expecting a beautiful baby boy 💙 at the end of November. To help cover her maternity leave our friend and colleague, Dr. Zannis will be in our practice.
Meet Dr. Sylvia Zannis 🦷
Dr. Sylvia’s journey began with “I want to help people feel better,” an idea that grew from watching her grandfather be of service to others in his business and in life. Dentistry was the focus that attracted her, and she started her education with a BS in Human Biology from Michigan State University followed by a Doctor of Dental Science (DDS) degree from the University of Michigan School of Dentistry.
To further her knowledge and skills, she spent her next year at Boston University pursuing her Advanced Education in General Dentistry certificate. Dr. Sylvia settled into private practice in the Boston area and shortly after she encountered a patient who introduced her to the concept of biological dentistry. She served as dental director of an integrative functional medicine clinic in New England and earned her NMD degree through ACIMD.
She is SMART certified and an active member of the IAOMT biological dentist organization, which is how Dr. Regiani and Dr. Zannis came to know one another. She earned a fellowship in ceramic implantology and a fellowship through the Academy of General Dentistry for dedication in continuing education.
Over the years and after treating many patients, a curiosity developed: why do some people have more diseases than others? That question led Dr. Sylvia to explore the connection of mind/body/spirit and a journey with her patients in search of the root cause of their symptoms. She discovered the paradigm shift of integrating dentistry and medicine, seeing the mouth as a gateway and everything connected.
While not in the office Dr. Sylvia enjoys golf, tennis, skiing, and finding creative activities for her son, Jett.
We’re delighted and honored she will be able to share her passion, expertise, and desire to help others with our patients!
