About Your Dentist

“A Good Dentist Never Gets on Your Nerves.”

My Mission

“Driven by a passion for lifelong and comprehensive oral care, our mission is to provide the highest quality dental services in a comfortable and caring environment. We aim to help every patient achieve a lifetime of healthy smiles and overall well-being.”

Education & Continuing Education

University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio - 1996 - 2000

Graduate of Academy of GP Orthodontics

Life & Hobbies

“I am a passionate individual who finds joy in an active and adventurous lifestyle. Sports, camping, volleyball, and hiking are some of my favorite outdoor activities that allow me to connect with nature and challenge myself physically. When I'm not exploring the great outdoors, you can find me indulging in my love for video games, immersing myself in virtual worlds and enjoying the thrill of competition. I also have a deep appreciation for travel, as it allows me to broaden my horizons, experience different cultures, and create lasting memories. Exploring new restaurants and savoring diverse cuisines is another passion of mine, as I believe that food has a unique way of bringing people together. Join me on this journey as I strive to embrace life's adventures and make the most out of every experience!”

“You don’t have to floss all your teeth, just the ones you want to keep.”

My Mission

“I want every patient to leave the practice in a better state than they were: physically, mentally, and spiritually. We have an awesome team that has the patient’s best interest at heart.”

Education & Continuing Education

Brittany grew up between Los Angeles, Taiwan, and Seattle and speaks Mandarin and English. She graduated from the University of Washington School of Dentistry in Seattle and participated in multiple research projects during school. She also won first place from Colgate’s “Power of the Smile” award and volunteers for underserved communities. She is an active member at American Dental Association and Capital Area Dental Society here in Austin.

Life & Hobbies

In her free time, Brittany enjoys traveling, photography, and watching conspiracy theories on YouTube. She has traveled across most of Europe and Asia and enjoys going to national parks on her weekends! She is an avid hiker and photographer who enjoys the outdoors.

Education & Continuing Education

Dr. Mark Karakourtis is a Board Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon and is a licensed Physician and Dentist in the State of Texas. He places a strong emphasis on excellent patient care and patient relationships and values the trust that his patients placed in him and his team at Westlake surgical Associates. 

Dr. Karakourtis earned his dental degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio and his medical degree with honors from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. After completing his Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery training at the University of North Carolina at Capel Hill, Dr. Karakourtis pursued advanced training and specialization by completing a one-year Fellowship in Head and Neck Surgery. 

Prior to returning to Texas in 2001, Dr. Karakourtis served as a full-time faculty member at the University of Florida and the University of Nebraska training doctors in the full scope of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Dr. Karakourtis has published and presented in multiple peer reviewed forums at the national, state and local level. 

In addition to the full scope of OMFS, Dr. Karakourtis is particularly focused on dental implant and reconstructive surgery.