Dr. Berenisse Mares-Espinoza, DDS
Dr. Berenisse Mares-Espinoza, DDS
Laredo-born dentist with advanced general dentistry residency training, nitrous oxide privileges, and a warm, family-centered approach to care.
Dr. Mares-Espinoza brings local roots, academic excellence, and calm communication to patients at Gentle Family & Implant Dentistry.
Her profile highlights background, credentials, office hours, comfort support, and the personal details that help patients feel like they know their dentist before the first visit.
Advanced Training
Dr. Mares-Espinoza completed her Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency in 2007 after earning her DDS.
Comfort Support
Her profile notes privileges to use Nitrous Oxide as an adjunct to local anesthesia.
Professional Memberships
She is a member of ADA, TDA, Laredo District Dental Society, and the International Congress of Oral Implantologists.
Local Connection
Born and raised in Laredo, Dr. Mares-Espinoza brings a hometown perspective to patient care.
Born, raised, and educated in Texas.
Dr. Mares-Espinoza was born and raised in Laredo, graduated Summa Cum Laude from Texas A&M International University, and completed her dental training and residency in Texas.
Background & Education
A Laredo background, TAMIU excellence, DDS training, and AEGD residency.
Dr. Berenisse E. Mares-Espinoza was born and raised in Laredo, Texas. She graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Texas A&M International University in 2002. She then earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Texas Dental Branch in Houston and completed her residency in Advanced Education in General Dentistry in 2007. Dr. Mares-Espinoza has privileges to use Nitrous Oxide as an adjunct to local anesthesia.
- Born and raised in Laredo, Texas
- Summa Cum Laude graduate from Texas A&M International University
- Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Texas Dental Branch in Houston
- Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency completed in 2007
- Nitrous Oxide privileges as an adjunct to local anesthesia
- Professional memberships in state, local, national, and implantology organizations
Credentials
Professional dental memberships listed directly from her profile.
Dr. Mares-Espinoza is a member of the American Dental Association, Texas Dental Association, Laredo District Dental Society, and the International Congress of Oral Implantologists.
Personal
A little of the person patients meet behind the dental chair.
Dr. Mares is married to Dr. Sergio Espinoza, and they have three children. They enjoy spending time with family and friends and traveling to Disney Parks. In her spare time, Dr. Mares-Espinoza enjoys running, watching PBS, and cooking new recipes.
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Questions Patients Ask
Short answers that support search and patient confidence.
Is Dr. Mares-Espinoza from Laredo?
Yes. Dr. Berenisse E. Mares-Espinoza was born and raised in Laredo, Texas.
Where did Dr. Mares-Espinoza study dentistry?
She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Texas Dental Branch in Houston and completed her Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency in 2007.
Does Dr. Mares-Espinoza use Nitrous Oxide?
Her profile notes that she has privileges to use Nitrous Oxide as an adjunct to local anesthesia. The dental team can review health history, comfort goals, and appointment needs before treatment.
What professional organizations is she part of?
Dr. Mares-Espinoza is a member of the American Dental Association, Texas Dental Association, Laredo District Dental Society, and the International Congress of Oral Implantologists.
What does Dr. Mares-Espinoza enjoy outside dentistry?
She enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling to Disney Parks, running, watching PBS, and cooking new recipes.
Schedule a visit with Dr. Mares-Espinoza.
Call Gentle Family & Implant Dentistry in Laredo or request an appointment online to meet with Dr. Mares-Espinoza and discuss your dental care needs.