Dr. Henry Mentz

Dr. Henry Mentz is a nationally and internationally respected plastic surgeon who is consistently recognized as a top doctor in both local and national publications because of his excellence as a surgeon and the innovative procedures and techniques he has introduced to the field of aesthetic plastic surgery. Originally from Louisiana, he currently practices in Houston, Texas at The Aesthetic Center for Plastic Surgery, the largest private aesthetic surgery center in Texas.

In a Goldline Research report published in Forbes magazine, Dr. Mentz was cited as a leading plastic surgeon in the United States. And his peers in the medical community have repeatedly nominated him in H-Texas® Magazine as one of the selected “Top Docs” to whom they would send family members and friends.

As the nation’s first triple-board certified surgeon, Dr. Mentz actively researches technology that allows him to provide patients with the best results for their appearance, safety, and comfort. Drawing upon his specialized training in facial plastic surgery, he continually applies and refines the most advanced facial rejuvenation techniques to restore a youthful and natural-looking appearance to the face. He forged new ground in the art of liposculpture as the first to perform the Abdominal Etching® and Pectoral Etching® procedures to give the abdominal and pectoral muscles a more defined, athletic appearance. And he has implemented strategies to provide both a more comfortable tummy tuck recovery and to improve safety in the operating room. His devotion to detail and quest for researching and applying the most advanced techniques have led him to become a surgeon who is not only respected nationally, but one who is beloved by his patients for his dedication to their care.

Biography

Dr. Mentz has dedicated the last 25 years of his career in medicine to the art and science of aesthetic plastic surgery.

When Dr. Mentz was completing his general surgery residency, he recognized that his skill and interest drew him to cosmetic plastic and reconstructive work. He enjoyed the attention to detail and the challenges presented by each individual case in facial plastic surgery. He decided to pursue cosmetic surgery as a specialty and entered the plastic surgery fellowship that brought him to Houston.

At the time, there were few programs in the nation with a concentration in aesthetic plastic surgery. Dr. Mentz feels fortunate to have learned from the most innovative and experienced aesthetic surgeons in the nation.

After more than two decades in private practice, Dr. Mentz has become keenly aware that aesthetic surgery is much more than a physical change. It is about restoring the body, mind and spirit so that patients can approach the next chapter of life with confidence. He has the blessing of partnering with patients and joining them on their journey.

Dr. Mentz’s goal is to find new ways to make plastic surgery better, safer, and more comfortable for his patients and aesthetic patients all over the world through continued thought and innovation.

His expertise in aesthetic surgery and research has attracted the attention of plastic surgeons around the world and allowed for the growing of specialized aesthetic practices, pioneering private research, and improving the experience for each patient. Dr. Mentz has enjoyed sharing these visions and innovations on podiums in more than 12 countries.

He can be reached at the Aesthetic Center for Plastic Surgery office at 713-799-9999

More About Dr. Mentz

Comprehensive, patient-centric care has always been a top priority for Dr. Mentz. From the moment you begin your aesthetic journey with us, we want you to be well-informed of your options — both surgical and non-surgical. This way you’re able to make an educated decision based on your specific goals, needs, and expectations.

During your initial consultation, you will meet with Dr. Mentz in person and one of his patient coordinators — Stephanie Wilcox or Jasmine Gallo. The patient coordinators will introduce you to the practice, guide you through your consultation, and ensure you are educated and well prepared for your procedure. 

Our goal is for you to obtain the most out of your visit. We encourage you to be open and honest about your desired appearance and why you are interested in cosmetic surgery. Together we will define a plan that provides the safest and most natural results.

Dr. Mentz will use VECTRA, an advanced 3D computer imaging, during your consultation. A series of digital photos will be taken of your face.. These photos can then be altered, step by step, with a specialized pen and pad. You will be deeply involved in making the decision about the look you want, and to see how it will look on your face. This system is an important aspect of our practice, as we are committed to achieving outstanding results – and this high-tech system aids us to fully understand the changes you envision. While no computer image is 100 percent accurate in perfectly matching the final real-world results, this system is extremely helpful in planning a customized surgical procedure to meet your expectations, and gives Dr. Mentz a comprehensive understanding of your desires.
After your consultation with Dr. Mentz, our patient coordinators will provide a customized and tailored quote that reflects your surgical procedures.

America’s First Triple Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

 

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

  • The American Board of Otolaryngology, 1989
  • The American Board of Plastic Surgery, 1993
  • The American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive, 1994

EDUCATION/RESIDENCY/FELLOWSHIPS

  • University of Louisiana, Baton Rouge, Bachelor of Science, 1980
  • University of Louisiana School of Medicine, New Orleans, Doctor of Medicine, 1984
  • Ochsner Medical Foundation, New Orleans, 1984-1986
  • Tulane University School of Medicine, Otolaryngology and Facial Plastic Surgery, 1986-1989
  • St. Joseph Hospital of Houston, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, 1989-1991

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

  • American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
  • American Association of Plastic Surgeons (AAPS)
  • American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS)
  • Fellow, American College of Surgeons (FACS)
  • Houston Society of Plastic Surgeons
  • Texas Medical Association 
  • The Rhinoplasty Society

SPECIALIZED TRAINING

  • ASAPS-certified for Face and Body Aesthetic Surgery
  • Certified for Microsurgical, Laser, Ultrasonic, and Endoscopic Surgery
  • Specialized Training for BOTOX®Cosmetic, Restylane®, Juvederm®, Radiesse®, Isolagen®
  • Continuing research and education in aesthetic plastics surgery

MEDICAL & ACADEMIC ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

  • President, Houston Society of Plastic Surgeons, 2001
  • AMA – Physician Recognition Award
  • AAAASF Safety Inspector, operating rooms, 1996
  • Active on two breast implant research teams
  • Lifetime appointment, Stratenburg’s Who’s Who
  • Lifetime appointment, Registered listed in Who’s Who in Medicine publication
  • Chief, Plastic Surgery Division, Sharpstown General Hospital, 1994-1996
  • Officer, Houston Society of Plastic Surgery
  • Listed in the ABMS Directory of Board Certified Medical Specialists
  • Laser Safety Officer, 1995-1996
  • Chief, Department of Surgery, Sharpstown General Hospital, 1994-1996
  • Chief Resident, St. Joseph Plastic Surgery, 1991
  • Chief Resident, Tulane, Head and Neck Surgery, 1989
  • Officer, Ochsner Resident Program
  • President, Senior Medical School Class, LSU, 1984
  • Aesculapian Honor Board, LSU Medical School
  • Mortar Board Honor Society, LSU, 1980

PAST AND PRESENT TEACHING APPOINTMENTS

  • Clinical Assistant Professor, Aesthetic Center for Plastic Surgery, Houston. Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Fellowship, 2019-Preset.
  • Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Plastic Surgery, Baylor College of Medicine, 1993 to 2008
  • Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Plastic Surgery St. Joseph Hospital, 1993 to 2008 (joining Methodist program)
  • Teaching staff, Operation San Jose. Mission for underprivileged children with facial deformities, 2001 and as chief resident in 1991
  • Chief Resident of Plastic Surgery, St. Joseph at Houston, 1990-1991
  • Chief Resident of Head and Neck Surgery, Tulane Medical Center, 1989-1990

AWARDS AND HONORS

  • Newsweek “America’s Best Plastic Surgeons, for Facelift 2021, ranked 21st in the nation
  • Newsweek “America’s Best Plastic Surgeons, for Rhinoplasty 2021, ranked 19th in the nation
  • Newsweek “America’s Best Plastic Surgeons, for Body Contouring 2021, ranked 85th in the nation
  • Best Plastic Surgeon of the Year – USA, The official M&A Today – Global Awards – 2021
  • 2021 Super Doctors® Hall of Fame, a select group of Super Doctors honorees who have been selected 10 or more years.
  • Lawyer Monthly Magazine Expert Witness Awards 2021
  • Selected to the 2021 Texas Super Doctors® for plastic surgery
  • Treasurer for Texas Society of Plastic Surgeons, 2021
  • Best Plastic Surgeon of the Year – USA, 2021, Global 100.
  • Corporate America Today – Annual Awards – 2021. Best Plastic Surgeon of the Year – USA
  • Lawyer International’s – Legal 100 – 2021– Awards, in the category of “Best Plastic Surgeon of the Year – USA”
  • 2020 Texas Super Doctors® list for Plastic Surgery, to be published in the December issue of Texas Monthly.
  • 2020 “Top 100 Provider” for Patient Preferred Physicians and Providers for the U.S.
  • Best Plastic Surgeon of the Year – USA, M&A Today – Global Awards – 2020 
  • “Best Practice Operator” in USA for 2020, ACQ5 Country Award
  • The Global Venture – Annual Awards – 2019, Best Plastic Surgeon of the Year – USA
  • 2019, Global 100. Best Plastic Surgeon of the Year – USA”, KMH Media
  • 2019 Texas Super Doctors® list for Plastic Surgery, to be published in the December issue of Texas Monthly.
  • 2019 Leading Advisor Awards, “Leading Facelifts and Facial Rejuvenation Expert of the Year – Texas”
  • AI’s 2019 Leading Advisor Awards, Dr. Mentz has been recognized as our:Leading Facelifts and Facial Rejuvenation Expert of the Year, Texas for 2019”
  • Leading Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery Advisor of the Year, Texas by AI Global Media for 2018
  • Selected “Editors Choice” Paper for the Aesthetic Surgery Journal, Published, “Safest Practices for Autologous Buttock Augmentation with Fat Grafting Using a Roller Pump Injection Technique”, Aesthetic Surgery Journal 2017, 1-12, Mentz et al
  • “Best Plastic Surgeon of the Year” – USA, M&A Today – Global Awards – 2018
  • “Best Plastic Surgeon of the Year – USA”, Lawyer International – Legal 100 – 2018 – Awards.
  • Chosen for the 2018 Houston Awards in the category of Consumer Services
  • Global Venture Annual Awards for 2018, “Best Plastic Surgeon of the Year – USA”
  • 2018-2019 Top Doctor, Selected by patients and peers as online award, featured on TopHoustonDoctors.com as Best of the Best in Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery Results. 
  • Selected by Global Venture Awards for 2018 as “Best Plastic Surgeon of the Year – USA”
  • Corporate USA Today – Annual Awards – “2019 Best Plastic Surgeon of the Year – USA”
  • 2018’s Most Outstanding for Facial Plastic Surgery and Rejuvenation – USA for ACPS by Acquisition International of England. 
  • 2018 ‘Leading Adviser Awards’, handpicked to feature ACPS and Dr. Mentz with the celebratory title of: 2018’s Most Outstanding for Facial Plastic Surgery and Rejuvenation – USA
  • Most Influential Aesthetic Plastic Surgeon 2018 – Texas, AI Magazine’s 2018 Global Excellence Awards
  • 2017 America’s Top Breast Surgeon, from America’sTopBreastSurgeons.com 
  • Selected for the Book, “Mastering Beauty” by Benton Buckley Books as one of about ten plastic surgeons in the US with special expertise in beauty in 2016-17.
  • Selected “Top Doc” by Online Who’s Who for Houston, Texas in 2017
  • Selected “Top Doctor” by FindATopDoc for 2017.  
  • Selected “Best Plastic Surgeon of the Year – USA”, by Global 100, 2017.
  • Selected as “Super Doctor” by My Super Doctors for 2017. The selection process for Super Doctors is a rigorous multi-step process designed to identify physicians who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. Super Doctors is a selective yet diverse listing of outstanding doctors, representing consumer-oriented medical specialties.  From 2009, 2010, 2013, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018
  • Super Doctor™. Dr. Mentz has been a consistent nominee for Super Doctor™ in Texas Monthly’s annual Super Doctors™ list. Sixteen times from 2001- 2020
  • Top Doctor – H-Texas® Magazine. Recognized as a Top Doc and Top Doc for Women by the magazine. Thirteen times from 2003-2020
  • Best Doctors. Dr. Mentz has received the prestigious honor of being selected as a Best Doctor in the subspecialty of plastic surgery. Eleven times from 2008 to 2020 Best Doctors List.
  • Top Doctor – Houstonia Magazine. Dr. Mentz has been named as a Top Doctor in Plastic Surgery. From 2013-2020
  • Nominated as a potential winner in our Medical Livewire – Global Awards 2016.These awards recognize impressive examples of new medical developments and breakthroughs, emerging practices and academia that are helping to create a brighter tomorrow. Categories span a broad spectrum of sub-specialties. Mammoplasty, Abdominoplasty, Rhinoplasty, Liposuction, Otoplasty, Orthognathic Surgery, Laser Resurfacing, and Blepharoplasty are examples of eligible treatments.
  • ASAPS Certificate of Appreciation for Community Service and Volunteerism, seven awards.
  • New Beauty Expert. Specialists must be properly board certified, practice within the scope of their specialty certification, demonstrate due diligence in terms of patient safety and ethical integrity, proven results with before and after images, etc. Seven times from 2010-2017.
  • “Top Doctor”, National Top Doctor Awards, and Magazine. Voted as Top Doctor for 2018. 
  • Top Doctor for Facelifts – RealSelf. The Top Doctor badge is awarded to less than 10% of the RealSelf doctor community, 2014-2017 for Facelift and Liposuction
  • Best Facelift Awarded in Best Clinical Case in Surgical Facial Rejuvenation – AMEC Paris, France. In 2013, Dr. Mentz was one of the four American physicians to guest lecture at the Anti-Aging Medicine European Congress. While in attendance, his before and after case was judged by peers and won the Best Facelift award, 2013. 
  • Best Facelift Awarded in Best Clinical Case in Surgical Facial Rejuvenation – AMEC Paris, France. In 2016, his before and after case was judged by peers and won the Best Facelift award for the second time, 2016.
  • Selected Top Plastic Surgeon in Houston, Texas by the International Association of HealthCare Professionals (IAHCP) for 2015-2016
  • Medical Livewire – Global Awards 2016, Winner Global Best Plastic Surgery Practice, Henry Mentz, MD.  Over 100,000 professionals working within the medical industry, the general public and our subscriber base are invited to nominate their best medical practices, companies & individuals based on their achievements and strengths. Additionally, Medical Livewire’s extensive research team have put forward a selection of individuals who have excelled within their sector. This year saw an unprecedented number of nominations, providing strong competition in every category and the judging panel had the unenviable task of selecting those firms & professionals worthy of an award. All winners of the 2016 Medical Awards are subject to the same rigorous assessment criteria, carried out by our experienced in-house professionals. This ensures that only the most deserving teams, practices and individuals walk away with one of these prestigious accolades. Award winners are published in the awards winners’ guide, distributed to over 500,000 businesses and medical professionals.
  • Castle Connolly Medical “Top Doctor” for 2016-2018 through nominations by peers selected for excellence in medical care and practice within plastic surgery. 
  • Selected “Top Doc for Houston” in The Global Directory of Who’s Who Online for 2017. 
  • Selected as a Finalist as one of the country’s best plastic surgery practices by Best Body Best Face for 2016-17. Beverly Hills, CA.  
  • Selected in the Top 5 country’s best plastic surgery practices by Best Body Best Face for 2016-17. Beverly Hills, CA.  
  • Selected in the Best plastic surgery practice in Texas by Best Body Best Face for 2016-17. Beverly Hills, CA.  
  • Winner Hot Topics ASAPS Annual Meeting for “Best Presentation”, “25 years of Abdominal Etching.” ASAPS Hot Topics, ASAPS Annual Meeting, San Diego
  • Doctor Choice – Health and Fitness Magazine®. Listed as a top Houston physician for Breast Surgery and Cosmetic/Reconstructive Surgery. Seven times from 2008 to 2014 (Stopped list in 2014)
  • Dr. Mentz and ACPS received the “Best Journal Article” award by the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and the Aesthetic Surgery Education and Research Foundation, 2008. 
  • Patients’ Choice Award / Compassionate Doctor Certification. Patients’ Choice recognizes doctors who make a difference in the lives of their patients. Compassionate Doctor Certification is an affiliate award of Patients’ Choice, based on patient votes, 2008.
  • America’s Top Plastic Surgeon. Consumers’ Research Council of America designated Dr. Mentz as one of America’s Top Plastic Surgeons in 2008. 
  • Beyond Black – 2008. Dr. Mentz was featured in Beyond Black’s beauty publication which showcases the most successful surgeons in the field of plastic surgery, dermatology, and cosmetic dentistry. 
  • Leading Plastic Surgeon in the United States. Named a “leading plastic surgeon in the United States” by Goldline Research – Dec. 2009. 
  • Expert Injector – New Beauty. Less than 3% doctors qualify; these doctors have demonstrated extreme due diligence in regards to patient safety, reliable results, and consumer education. 2012-2020
  • Certificate of Appreciation for Community Service and Volunteerism. Awarded by ASAPS for his special emphasis on community involvement through the Mentz Foundation seven times in 2010-2017 
  • Top Viewed Author award – ACPS website 2011. The ACPS Research website (Knol) is a Google-award winning site with more than 100,000 website visitors. 
  • No. 1 in Texas – Allergan. The practice was named Allergan’s top private practice surgery account in Texas, 2013-2016
  • Highest Distinction 2013-15. ACPS also earned the highest distinction with Mentor Worldwide LLC. and Merz Aesthetics. 
  • Top Cosmetic Surgeon in the Nation – HealthTap. Awarded to Dr. Mentz for his level of commitment to the profession and compassion to help so many with his expertise, 2014.
  • Beyond Black Book of Facelift Surgeons of Stellar reputation. Featured in Beyond Black’s beauty publication recognized among thirty of the world’s best facelift surgeons featured in “Dissecting the Facelift” in 2015
  • Top 50 practices in US for Allergan for 2013-2020
  • Books: facelift chapter, facelift chapter, liposuction chapter, contouring chapter in Fodor book
  • Selected Mentor LEAD surgeon 2014, 2015. The LEAD program is a platform Mentor established for surgeons who best represent Leadership, Experience and Development in breast surgery and are some of the busiest plastic surgeons in the US reaching the widest selection of patients. As market leaders, we value your expertise and insights on industry trends and market changes. We look forward to bringing you together in the year to come.

SPECIFIC EXPERTISE

  • Facelift and Facial Rejuvenation, three book chapters on technique, 2000, 2009, 2016; Many Presentations TSPS 2007, 2016; Las Vegas Aesthetic, 2016, 2017; TSPS 2016; Baylor Grand Rounds 2000; ; FICS Convention, Mexico 1999, Featured in two books as among the best plastic surgeons around the world. Won “Best Facelift” twice at the Paris World Conference in 2013 and 2016. 
  • Expert 3D Liposuction Course Instructor in Contouring, ASAPS 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019; Las Vegas Aesthetic 2016, 2017
  • Expert Liposuction Safety Course Instructor in Body Contouring Safety, ASAPS 2016, 2017, 2018, 2018, 2019; ISAPS 2016; Las Vegas Aesthetic 2016, TSPS 2001-2014, ASAPS 1993, ASAPS, New York 1993; Texas Plastic Surg. Quarterly, 2001
  • Abdominal and Pectoral Etching Inventor, ASPS, ASAPS, TSPS 1993-2008; ASAPS, TSPS 1995, 2003-2007, St. Joseph Grand Rounds, 1996, “Best Hot Topic ASAPS” in 2017. 
  • Reducing Postoperative Pain After Abdominoplasty and Breast Surgery, ASAPS 2012, TSPS 2013, Published the first Plastic Surgery Publication on Experil in 2013.
  • Developed and introduced Brazilian Buttock Roller Pump Technique in 2007, APS 2011; ASAPS 2011, TSPS 2009, 2017
  • Stem Cell Separation of Adipose Tissue, IFATS 2011, TSPS 2017, ASAPS 2019
  • Large Volume Liposuction, Annual FICS Convention, Mexico 1999, publications 1993, presentations ASAPS 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017; Las Vegas Aesthetic 2016
  • Long Term Effects of Liposuction, ISAPS 1996, St. Joseph 2004, Baylor 2001, 2006, book chapter 2002
  • Fat Grafting Techniques, Houston Lipogenesis Conference 2001, above Brazilian Buttock and Facial Grafting LVA and TSPS 2017.
  • Bra Strap Defects Correction Inventor, Journal of Plastic Surgery, 2007.
  • Plastic Surgery Centers of Excellence, Building Private Surgicenters, Annual Tex Plastic Surg. Soc., San Antonio, 2002, The Future of Plastic Surgery HSPS, 2005, Scottsdale, AZ 2015
  • Future of Plastic Surgery, Building Group Practices with Successful MediSpas. ASAPS, TSPS, Brazilian American conferences, 2018-2019.

“A keen aesthetic sense and devotion to detail
are paramount in every procedure.”
– Henry Mentz

In my 25 years of professional practice, I have learned that regardless of the procedure, all of my patients desire to look natural and balanced. It is my goal that procedures give patients their desired look with minimal scarring and lasting results.

My training in facial plastic surgery taught me that facial aging happens in four ways, and to truly reverse signs of aging you have to address each of these four elements. They are skin laxity, skin quality deterioration, facial volume loss, and soft tissue descent. I have spent 25 years studying and perfecting the art of face lift surgery, developing techniques to give my patients a youthful, rejuvenated look without the startling appearance of “having work done.”

With body contouring and breast enhancement, my goal is to give my patients freedom of lifestyle, so they are no longer encumbered by the negative aspects of their physique. These procedures can have a profound impact on the types of activities you feel comfortable doing and the clothing you are comfortable wearing. Restoring bedroom confidence is something that I have seen dramatically change the lives of patients and their marriage.

Over the past two decades I have seen a variety of trends in what patients want in regard to body contouring. Years ago, women would come in wanting all their fat removed. Today, they are looking for curves in the right places, and wanting their fat to be redistributed to other areas rather than just removed. It’s a very refreshing trend to see as a plastic surgeon.

I take great pride in my occupation and helping others achieve their appearance goals. Aesthetic surgery is much more than a physical transformation. I firmly believe that your outlook on life is a direct reflection of how much you like yourself, and unfortunately our physical appearance is where we are most self-critical.

Too often I hear my surgical patients say, “I wish I would have done this ten years ago.” This is not your practice life, this is it. So choose today, start becoming the best you.

INNOVATIONS FOR FACE

  • Elegance in Structure Rhinoplasty 1992
  • Weekend Facial Rejuvenation 1996
  • New Endoscopic approaches to Facelifts 1997
  • Minimal incision Facelift, “the cutting edge” 1999
  • Youthful eyes with scarless procedures 2001
  • Textbook chapter defining specific facelift strategies 2001
  • Improved Facelift Strategies for better SMAS lifting 2004
  • Teaching international courses for browlifts, facelifts, and necklifts 2004
  • Research with Isolagen®, fibroblasts to remove wrinkles 2004-05
  • Introduced the “Liquid Facelift,” layering BOTOX® Cosmetic, Restylane®, and Radiesse® 2005
  • Developed new uses for stem cells including fat grafts for facial rejuvenation 2004 -07
  • Wrote and published a chapter for the textbook, Advanced Surgical Facelift Rejuvenation 2009

INNOVATIONS FOR BODY AND BREAST

  • Trained with the inventor of breast implants and worked on implant research teams, 1989
  • Invented Abdominal Etching® specialized liposculpture for the six-pack, 1993
  • Introduced Modified Abdominal Etching® for the athletic abdomen. Presented in 1995
  • Improved Safety in Large Volume Liposuction, 1999
  • New uses for fat grafts in buttock enhancement and reconstructive surgeries
  • Invented Single Puncture Gynecomastia Reduction to minimize the visible scar, 2004
  • Invented Pectoral Muscle Etching® for men. First to perform in 2004
  • Improved Safety in Private Surgery Centers, 2001
  • First to publish on Local Anesthetic Pain Pumps in Abdominoplasty to reduce recovery time, 2004
  • Developed a safer approach for Breast Lifts with Implants. Presented in 2007.
  • ASAPS Instructor in Advanced Liposuction Techniques for Male Athletic Body Contouring, 2009
  • ASAPS Instructor in Advanced techniques for Buttock Augmentation and Shaping, 2009
  • First to publish on long-acting local anesthetic to reduce pain in Abdominoplasty and Breast Augmentation, 2013

“My goal with facial rejuvenation is to give patients a refreshed, youthful appearance that doesn’t appear artificial or overdone. When you see a good facelift, you don’t notice it. Generally I am able to give patients a look that is 10 to 15 years younger.”  -Dr. Henry Mentz, ACPS plastic surgeon and facial rejuvenation specialist

As one of the world’s foremost leaders in facial rejuvenation surgery, Dr. Mentz has been the driving force behind numerous advancements to perfect the techniques and results of facelift surgery. His results have earned international acclaim, notably in Paris, France at the 2013 World Congress of Anti-Aging, where plastic surgeons across the globe gathered to share the latest strategies and cosmetic procedures for anti-aging. At the conference, where Dr. Mentz was one four Americans invited to be a guest lecturer, a judging panel of Dr.Mentz’s colleagues awarded him “The Best Surgical Facial Rejuvenation” trophy. With his innovative approach to delivering comprehensive, natural-looking, long-lasting results, you can feel self-assured you’ve chosen the best.

The excellence of Dr. Mentz’s customized approach to facial rejuvenation method was spotlighted at the 2013 Anti-Aging Medicine European Congress in Paris, where a judging panel awarded Dr. Mentz the “Best Clinical Case in Surgical Facial Rejuvenation” trophy. The winning entry featured the transformative results of this female patient for whom Dr. Mentz performed a combination of facelift, necklift, browlift, eyelid surgery and fat grafting.

Dr. Mentz’s Customized Approach to Facelift Surgery

In 1993, Dr. Mentz became the nation’s first triple board certified surgeon in

  • Head & Neck Surgery
  • Facial Plastic Surgery
  • Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Combining this extensive expertise with his never-ending quest to perfect facelift techniques and results, Dr.Mentz developed a customized facelift approach that produces the greatest, most natural-looking rejuvenation possible. With this method, he measures and grades the level of aging and laxity at various points of the face. Based upon this, he determines the most effective strategy to lift and reposition the soft tissue layers of the face, customizing the degree of lift and tension he performs on each area in order to produce the best improvement.

Based upon the success of this method, Dr. Mentz was invited to write a chapter detailing his techniques in the plastic surgery textbook Advanced Surgical Facial Rejuvenation in 2012.

Dr. Mentz’s Multidimensional Approach to Facial Rejuvenation

Dr. Mentz’s revolutionary approach to facelift surgery eliminates one of the most common aesthetic pitfalls and dreaded concerns surrounding facelift surgery: an artificial “pulled” look. That’s because facelifts of the past primarily focused of tightening skin to smooth wrinkles–often resulting in an overly taut appearance. By lifting and tightening the sagging underlying layers of the face as well; more natural, longer-lasting results can be achieved.

Beyond sagging skin and tissues, Dr. Mentz also addresses the other key components that research shows contribute to an aged facial appearance: a loss of facial volume and thinning of the skin. For that reason, he often includes fat grafting to areas such as the cheeks and nasolabial folds to restore youthful, supple contours to the face, while laser skin resurfacing treatments revitalize the skin’s tone, texture, and radiance.

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Consumers’ Research Council of America designated Dr. Mentz as one of “America’s Top Plastic Surgeons” in 2008. Surgeons were chosen based on years in practice, continuing education, professional associations and board certifications.


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Goldline Research named Dr. Mentz a “leading plastic surgeon in the United States” for providing “outstanding patient service that exceeds the industry standard”. The study was published in the December 2009 issue of Forbes Magazine.


 
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Best Doctors has recognized Dr. Mentz as a “Best Doctor” in the subspecialty of plastic surgery, every year since 2008.


 
H-Texas Magazine has recognized Dr. Mentz as a Top Doc every year since 2003. The list is based on votes from physicians and the general public and represents the top 2% of Houston doctors.2015
 


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Texas Monthly has listed Dr. Mentz on the annual list of Super Doctors every year since 2001.


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Houstonia Magazine has listed Dr. Mentz as a Top Doctor in 2013 and 2014. The magazine solicited peer nominations from nearly 15,000 medical professionals throughout the Houston area and surrounding counties to obtain its Top Doc nominees and winners.


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Chosen as a “Top Doctor” for facelifts by RealSelf, 2014-Present. RealSelf Top Doctor status is awarded to a select group of doctors who have demonstrated an ongoing commitment to answering consumer questions and encouraging their patients to post unbiased reviews and ratings.


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Health and Fitness Magazine has listed Dr. Mentz as a top Houston physician for Breast Surgery and Reconstructive Surgery every year since 2008. The award is given based on votes from his peers in the medical profession.


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New Beauty Magazine has recognized Dr. Mentz as a Beauty Expert and a Top Beauty Doctor annually since 2010. nb-top-doctor


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The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery awarded Dr. Mentz the Certificate of Appreciation for Community Service and Volunteerism for his special emphasis on community involvement through the Mentz Foundation in 2010, 2011 and 2012.


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Dr. Mentz and the entire ACPS practice has earned Allergan black diamond status for his expertise and experience in using Allergan products, including Botox, Juvederm, Latisse and Natrelle implants. This certification is awarded to the top 1 percent of aesthetic practices nationwide.


  • Consumers’ Research Council of America designated Dr. Mentz as one of “America’s Top Plastic Surgeons” in 2008.
  • Goldline Research named Dr. Mentz a “leading plastic surgeon in the United States” published in the December 2009 issue of Forbes Magazine.
  • Best Doctors has recognized Dr. Mentz as a “Best Doctor” in the subspecialty of plastic surgery, every year since 2008
  • H-Texas Magazine has recognized Dr. Mentz as a Top Doc every year since 2003. The list represents the top 2% of Houston doctors.
  • Texas Monthly has listed Dr. Mentz on the annual list of Super Doctors every year since 2001.
  • Houstonia Magazine has listed Dr. Mentz as a Top Doctor in 2013 and 2014. The magazine solicited peer nominations from nearly 15,000 medical professionals throughout the Houston area and surrounding counties to obtain its Top Doc nominees and winners.
  • RealSelf has chosen Dr. Mentz as a Top Doctor for facelifts, 2014-Present. The Top Doctor badge is awarded to less than 10% of the RealSelf doctor community.
  • Health and Fitness Magazine has listed Dr. Mentz as a top Houston physician for Breast Surgery and Reconstructive Surgery every year since 2008.
  • New Beauty Magazine has recognized Dr. Mentz as a Beauty Expert and a Top Beauty Doctor since 2010.
  • The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery awarded Dr. Mentz the Certificate of Appreciation for Community Service and Volunteerism for his special emphasis on community involvement through the Mentz Foundation in 2010, 2011 and 2012.
  • Allergan Inc, awarded Dr. Mentz and the entire ACPS practice black diamond status for expertise and experience in using Allergan products. This certification is awarded to the top 1 percent of aesthetic practices nationwide.
  • Internationally recognized as a top plastic surgeon in Beyond Black, an international luxury publisher.
  • Top Viewed Author award—The ACPS Research website (Knol) is a Google-award winning site with more than 100,000 website visitors.