Mission Viejo Dentist
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Dr. Chanelle Sy
Dr. Sy was inspired to become a dentist after meeting Dr. Joel Strom, a former California Dental Board president and USC Ethics instructor. Unaware of his accolades at first, she quickly saw his expertise, loyal patient base, and deep ethical commitment. His patient-first approach and word-of-mouth success deeply impressed her. Dr. Sy later worked as a dental assistant and front office manager before attending his alma mater, the University of the Pacific. This experience shaped her goal: to build a dental practice where patients feel valued, receive personalized care, and truly belong.
Why Do You Love Being a Dentist?
Dr. Sy loves being a dentist here in Mission Viejo because it gives her the opportunity to help others, create beautiful smiles, and build lasting relationships. She takes her profession very seriously and is constantly striving for excellence. Whether it’s assembling a dental team that functions like a well-oiled machine or giving someone a complete smile makeover, her work offers countless opportunities for fulfillment, and she can’t wait for you to enjoy the fruits of her efforts.
Where Did You Study Dentistry?
After receiving her undergraduate degree in psychobiology at UCLA, Dr. Sy earned her DDS at the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco.
Following school, Dr. Sy spent her early career at two of the most respected prosthodontic and general dentistry practices in Newport Beach and Palm Desert, earning her certification in Invisalign along the way.
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Outside of the Dental Office, What Do You Like to Do?
Dr. Sy grew up in California after her parents immigrated from the Philippines—they are now living the dream by residing in Hawaii! She is happily married to her college sweetheart, Michael, and you’ll often find them cooking, trying out new restaurants, and doing Olympic weightlifting to stay strong, mobile, and mentally sharp.
Story Time: “My grandfather was a fisherman in the Philippines. When my parents came to California, my father got a small fishing boat and would take us out regularly to fish. As a child, I once caught a small nursing shark! We also would go out to catch lobsters in the evening, using a concoction of chicken wings, cat food, and WD40 to bait them.”
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