WILLIAM CHEN, DMD

Dr. William E. Chen, founder, CEO, and visionary behind Chen Dental in Sebring, Florida, was raised in Highlands County. After earning his Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Rollins College, he completed his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree at the University of Florida College of Dentistry in 2001. Dr. Chen established Chen Dental in 2005 and has since served the community for over 20 years, making a significant impact with more than 14,000 patients visiting annually from three countries, thirty-eight counties, and thirty-three states. His dedication has earned him the title of Best Dentist nine times, along with multiple Business of the Year awards and the Innovation and Leadership Award.

Dr. Chen places a strong emphasis on giving back. Trained by renowned financial expert Dave Ramsey in financial and biblical principles of money management, he has used this knowledge to foster positive growth in his business and enhance his charitable contributions. With community support, he has raised over $450,000 for various causes, including Lindsey’s Wish with Champion for Children, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast, the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation, and the Knotty Girl Foundation.

In 2017, Dr. Chen expanded his dental innovation by establishing Chen Dental Lab, the first in-office digital dental lab in Highlands County. He is actively involved in several professional associations, serving as President of the Florida Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and being a member of the American Dental Association and the International Dental Implant Association. He is also a member of the Greater Sebring Chamber of Commerce Circle.

Outside of his professional achievements, Dr. Chen is deeply passionate about his family and enjoys an active lifestyle. He spends time surfing, wake surfing, hunting, fishing, golfing, and camping with his three adventurous sons and his wife, Geri, with whom he has enjoyed over 20 years of marriage.