Dr. Molen attended BYU from 1984 to 1986 and then served an LDS mission to Oslo, Norway. He returned to BYU in 1988 after his mission. While taking the required pre-dental courses, Dr. Molen studied psychology as well and graduated from BYU in 1991 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology.
Creighton University School of Dentistry 1991-1995
In 1991 he continued his education at Creighton University School of Dentistry in Omaha, Nebraska where he graduated Cum Laude in 1995 with his Doctor of Dental Surgery, (DDS).
While at Creighton University, Dr. Molen received several scholarships, graduated in the top 10 of his class and was on the Dean's List all four years. He is listed in the Who's Who in America Among Students and graduated with the class that scored the highest ever national ranking on part II of the national boards. As a senior, Dr. Molen was chosen by the Dean of Academic Affairs to tutor 10 other dental students.
University of Illinois at Chicago Endodontic Specialty School 1995-1997
In 1995 after graduating from dental school, Dr. Molen was accepted to the University of Illinois at Chicago Endodontic program. During his two years at UIC, part of his schooling involved teaching the dental student labs and overseeing their clinic sessions with patients. Dr. Molen worked for two Chicago area dentists during this time performing endodontic treatment.
Publications
Dr. Molen's research while at UIC was published in the Journal of Endodontics.
Endodontic patient recall procedures: A national survey of endodontic practices
Chad K. Molen, Ellen A. BeGole, Egill L. Jacobsen
Journal of Endodontics
December 1998 (Vol. 24, Issue 12, Pages 829-832)
Volunteer & Charity Work
South Mountain Endodontics along with Dr. Molen's family have participated in the Light The Night Walk for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society several times. We also support CureSearch in their efforts to find a cure for childhood cancer.
We support organizations looking into better treatments and testing for Lyme Disease ILADS.org, Turnthecorner.org.
In 2011 Dr. Molen was pleased to donate endodontic care to help two families from Tuscaloosa, Alabama. One family had lost their home and another family their car. Both had lost many of their belongings to the devastating F-4 tornado that passed through their city.
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Location & Hours
South Mountain Endodontics
12226 S 1000 E Ste 7, Draper, UT 84020
Mon:8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tue:8:00 am - 5:00 pm Wed:8:00 am - 5:00 pm Thu:8:00 am - 5:00 pm Fri:8:00 am - 5:00 pm Sat:Closed Sun:Closed