Dr. Mario Samaniego is originally from El Paso, Texas, but at a young age migrated to California, where he attended high school and dental school at Loma Linda University. After dental school, he joined the USAF for specialized training in every area of dentistry.

In 1984, Dr. Samaniego started his practices in Las Cruces and Alamogordo, New Mexico. Growth in both practices occurred so quickly that he had to bring in other doctors to assist with the patient load. Continuing education has been one of his top priorities, and being in general dentistry requires keeping up with the latest developments. Dr. Samaniego has been able to help many patients with TMJ problems, orthodontics, complete reconstructions, and cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Samaniego is one of 240 dentists in the world that practices the Bio Esthetic Dentistry Technique when treating his patients. This technique combines stable TMJs in alignment with the patient’s bite to create long-lasting, beautiful smiles. In 2008, Dr. Mario Samaniego was selected by the Consumers Research Council of America as one of America’s top dentists. He is among a select few that have earned this prestigious recognition. He has also been named as the Favorite Dentist in Las Cruces by Las Cruces Sun-News readers.