Dr. Zeni earned his dental degree from Marquette University School of Dentistry in 1984. He graduated with special recognition for his work in oral diagnosis. Dr. Zeni furthered his dental education by completing a hospital residency in general dentistry at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. Dr. Zeni has a "specialty" Master's Degree in Periodontics. This was obtained by completing a two year residency at the University of Iowa Dental College. The two year residency included intensive course and clinical study, the completion of original research and writing of a Master's thesis in the area of Periodontics. To become a licensed specialist, a 2 day written and oral exam, given by the State of Michigan, must be passed. A specialist is differentiated from a general dentist by this additional 2 years intensive study and by the passing of a special state exam and the resultant licensure. Dr. Zeni has served as president and is currently a member of the Cloverland District of the Michigan Dental Association. He is also a member of the American Dental Association, Michigan Dental Association, American Academy of Periodontology, and Midwest Society of Periodontology.