Dr. Maria Karakousoglou is the Program Director for the Postgraduate Orthodontic Residency at UT Health San Antonio. An ABO Certified Orthodontist, her expertise is in digital and lingual orthodontics. She also serves as the President of the American Lingual Orthodontic Association, reflecting her leadership in the field.
Originally from Athens, Greece, Dr. Karakousoglou moved to the United States to pursue advanced training in her specialty. She is dedicated to academia and research, actively mentoring orthodontic residents and guiding their scholarly projects to foster innovation in orthodontic practice.
Unique fact: She leads the American Lingual Orthodontic Association as its President.
Maria Karakousoglou, BDS MSc
Director of Postgraduate Orthodontic Residency Program at UT Health San Antonio
San Antonio, Texas, United States
Overview
Topics They Care About
Digital Orthodontics
Her faculty profile highlights a specialized focus and active research interest in the applications of digital technology and 3D printing in orthodontics.
Orthodontic Education
As the Program Director for the Postgraduate Orthodontic Residency, she is deeply involved in training the next generation of specialists and has published on e-learning.
Lingual Orthodontics
Serves as the Director of the Lingual Orthodontics Fellowship at UT Health and is the President of the American Lingual Orthodontic Association.
Media Appearances
Orthodontics: More than meets the eye. Featured in UT Health San Antonio News
UT Health San Antonio Dentistry – Orthodontic care isn’t just about straighter teeth, it’s about setting the foundation. Featured in UT Health San Antonio Dentistry (Facebook)
Maria Karakousoglou, BDS, MS - Faculty Directory. Featured in UT Health San Antonio – Faculty Directory
Work History
1-2023
Director of Postgraduate Orthodontic Residency Program at UT Health San Antonio
10-2021
Assistant Professor of Orthodontics at UT Health San Antonio
9-2021 - 9-2022
Orthodontist at The Dentists For Kids
9-2021 - 9-2022
Orthodontist at ALAMO KIDS DENTAL PLLC
Education
2018 - 2021
M.Sc and Certificate in Orthodontics from UT Health San Antonio
2011 - 2016
Doctor of Dental Surgery from Ethnikon kai Kapodistriakon Panepistimion Athinon
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Location : San Antonio, Texas, United States
Job Level : Mid-senior
Designation : Director of Postgraduate Orthodontic Residency Program at UT Health San Antonio
