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MEET THE DOCTORS

DR. PLAGENZ


Dr. Kate Plagenz is from Mondovi, Wisconsin – a small, rural town of about 2,500 people. Growing up, she enjoyed playing sports, spending time with friends and family, and attending Wisconsin Badgers sporting events. After high school, she attended and graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and then pursued dentistry at Roseman University of Health Sciences in Utah. Outside of work, Dr. Plagenz is busy exploring what Austin has to offer – hiking, paddle boarding, and trying restaurants all over town.


Dr. P’s favorite part of her job is creating relationships with patients, and educating the community on oral health care. Whether that entails improving someone’s self-esteem by helping them transform their smile, or simply being there to have a conversation, she truly enjoys this the most about her profession.


Dr. Plagenz is a member of American Association of Implant Dentistry, American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, Texas Academy of General Dentistry, and Texas Dental Association.

Dr. Plagenz - Dentist at Daybreak Dental, dental office in Austin TX

DR. RAUSCH


Dr. Rausch received his DDS from Northwestern University in Chicago, Illinois. After practicing in Wisconsin he moved to Austin to be close to family. As a committed member of the south Austin community he has provided dental care to his patients for over 40 years. He has completed many hours of continuing education, especially in implant restorations. His experience with many devoted patients speaks for itself. Daybreak Dental is his new home and he loves the team, and quality of care.

Dr. Rausch - Dentist at Daybreak Dental, dental office in Austin TX

DR. KEVIN CHANG


Dr. Kevin Chang earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of the Pacific and completed his Doctorate of Dental Surgery at New York University College of Dentistry. Following his graduation, Dr. Kevin dedicated himself to serving an under-privileged community in New Mexico, focusing on providing crucial medical and dental care to patients who had long suffered from neglect. This experience deeply shaped his commitment to aiding those most in need.


He furthered his expertise through an internship at Korea University’s Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, where he treated a diverse range of outpatients. His cases varied from traumatic injuries requiring extensive physical therapy to complex surgical extractions, particularly of third molars. Additionally, Dr. Kevin has devoted over 400 hours to Continuing Education, staying updated with the latest advancements in his field.


Fluent in Korean and proficient in Mandarin, Dr. Kevin also enjoys activities like running, playing golf, and spending time with his friends' dogs. On weekends, you'll often find him either enjoying leisurely walks with furry companions or immersed in the excitement of Formula 1 races.

Dr. Kevin Chang - Dentist at Daybreak Dental, dental office in Austin TX
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