Your Board-Certified Greeneville Orthodontist
Dr. Sydney Katras
Dr. Sydney Katras is a dedicated, compassionate professional who’s deeply invested in the Greeneville community, as well as the surrounding areas of Afton and Chuckey.
Her commitment extends beyond crafting beautiful smiles. She builds meaningful connections with her patients and community.
Education & Experience
Dr. Sydney Katras is a Johnson City native, having completed her high school education at Science Hill High School in 1999. Following her high school graduation, she pursued and earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Art History from the East Tennessee State University (ETSU).
Post graduation, Dr. Katras started on a decade-long journey working as a professional pastry chef in various kitchens across Europe and the United States.
Ready for a new challenge, Dr. Katras enrolled in the dental program at the University of Tennessee College of Dentistry in Memphis, where she graduated at the top of her class.
After graduation, she stayed in Memphis to complete her residency training in orthodontics before returning to East Tennessee to practice as an orthodontist.
One of her most notable roles is serving as the orthodontist for the multidisciplinary cleft lip and palate team at the Niswonger Children’s Hospital. Here, she treats infants as young as one week old with a specialized treatment known as nasoalveolar molding (NAM) in preparation for their first reparative surgeries. After infancy, Dr. Katras continues to provide comprehensive orthodontic care to these special patients throughout adolescence and adulthood.
Memberships & Affiliations
Dr. Katras is board-certified by the American Board of Orthodontics. Her professional affiliations include:
- American Association of Orthodontists
- American Cleft Palate and Craniofacial Association
- American Dental Association
- Southern Association of Orthodontists
- Tennessee Association of Orthodontists
- Tennessee Dental Association
Outside the Office
When she's not in the office, Dr. Katras likes to travel, make art, garden, and spend time with her family.