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Henry Mentz — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

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Dr. Mentz chosen as one of the best in Texas by the American Registry.

Henry Mentz — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Henry A. Mentz, MD, FACS, FICS

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11-Nov-09 1:00 PM

Dr. Mentz listed among "America's Top Plastic Surgeons".

Henry Mentz — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 17:45:00 GMT

Consumers' Research Council of America, a Washington, D.C. based research organization, provides consumers' information guis for professional services throughout America. It is their purpose to help educate and assist consumers in obtaining the finest professional services. Their guides are easy to read and contain a wealth of information and tips for the consumer.

How Plastic Surgeons Were Selected

Consumers' Research Council of America has compiled a list of Top Plastic Surgeons throughout the United States by utilizing a point value system. This method uses a point value for criteria that we deemed valuable in determining Top Plastic Surgeons.

The criteria that was used and assessed a point value is as follows:

Experience:	Each year the Plastic Surgeon has been in practice
Training:	Education and Continuing Education
Professional Associations:	Member of Professional Medical Associations
Board Certification:	Completing an approved residency program and passing a rigid examination on that specialty

Simply put, Plastic Surgeons that have accumulated a certain amount of points qualified for the list. This does not mean that Surgeons that did not accumulate enough points are not good health care professionals; they merely did not qualify for this list because of the points needed for qualification.

Similar studies have been done with other professions using a survey system. This type of study would ask fellow professionals on who they would recommend. We found this method to be more of a popularity contest, for instance; professionals who work in a large office have much more of a chance of being mentioned as opposed to a professional who has a small private practice. In addition many professionals have a financial arrangement for back-and-forth referrals. For these reasons, we developed the point value system.

Since this is a subjective call, there is no study that is 100% accurate. As with any profession, there will be some degree of variance in opinion. If you survey 100 patients from a particular physician on their satisfaction, you will undoubtedly hear that some are very satisfied, some moderately satisfied and some dissatisfied. This is really quite normal.

We feel that a point value system takes out the personal and emotional factor and deals with factual criteria. We have made certain assumptions. For example, we feel that the more years in practice is better than less years in practice; more education is better than less education, etc.

The Top Plastic Surgeon list that we have compiled is current as of a certain date and other Surgeons may have qualified since that date. Nonetheless, we feel that the list of Top Plastic Surgeons is a good starting point for you to find a qualified specialist.

No fees, donations, sponsorships or advertising are accepted from any individuals, professionals, corporations or associations. This policy is strictly adhered to insure an unbiased selection.

10-Sep-08 12:45 PM

Dr. Mentz presents newest techniques for Abdominal Etching and review of 512 Ab Etch patients

Henry Mentz — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 15:00:00 GMT

Abdominal Etching: Achieving Athletic Contours in Male Liposuction, Refining the Technique, and a Review of Cases 512 cases over 4 Years

Henry A. Mentz, III, MD, FACS, FICS

Abdominal etching[1] was introduced in 1993 by the lead author as a liposuction technique used to improve the abdominal contour of the abdomen in male body builders. Since then, this procedure has gained popularity in the U.S. and is now commonly used in some form for male torso contouring. This presentation reviews the original technique and many refinements that have been added through 15 years of experience with this process. Of the over 1600 male liposuctions we have performed, we will examine the results of 512 male patients in the last four years, some of whom chose to have some form of abdominal etching in combination with other cosmetic procedures, and others who elected to have only abdominal etching. Abdominal etching enhances muscle contour through graduated liposuction of fat at specific levels and in specific areas, enhancing the natural landmarks. Simply, more fat is left over the muscle belly and less fat over the tendonous portions, thus enhancing natural contours. Refinements in technique have improved results and safety. Patients with adequately developed musculature chose full abdominal etching to enhance their “six pack,” i.e. etching of the linea alba, linea semilunaris, and transverse inscriptions. Patients with softer contours and less generous musculature chose modified etching, introduced in 1995 [2], which only contours the linea alba and semilunaris. Improvements in technique have included modifications in preoperative markings, strategies for reduced number of incisions, power assisted liposuction for more aggressive etching, options for canula choices, postoperative bandages and garments, early and frequent massage, and appropriate patient selection. Improvements in safety include preoperative warming garments, incremental compression garments, preoperative IV hydration, and postoperative blood thinners.

The 512 patients were treated over a four-year and three-month period. The age of patients ranged from 18 to 71 years, with the average age being 39 years. Total fat removed ranged from 100 cc’s to 10,200cc’s, and averaged 3325cc’s of supranatant fat. Infranatant fluid averaged 1671cc’s. Tumescent fluid given ranged from 300 cc’s to 15,700 cc’s, with an average of 4681 cc’s. Of the 512 men liposuctioned, 160 received full abdominal etching; 352 received modified etching; 273 men also had chest liposuction or pectoral etching[3] with or without puncture glandular removal[4]; and 119 had other cosmetic procedures concomitant with some form of abdominal etching. Complication rates were low with no infections, and only three contour defects required revisions. After 15 years of utilization and more that 1600 male contouring cases, we feel that the procedure is well-established and useful for enhancing male torso contours with a very limited rate of complications. Improvements in our technique have resulted in improved results, providing a more natural and athletic contour.

[1] Mentz HA, Gilliland MD, and Patronella CK: "Abdominal Etching: Differential Liposuction to Detail Abdominal Musculature" Aesthetic Plastic Surgery 17:287-290, 1993.

[2] Mentz H: Abdominal Etching: Achieving Muscular Definition Through Liposuction. International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery in New York City, New York. Oct 1995.

[3] Henry A. Mentz, Amado Ruiz-Razura, German Newall, Christopher K. Patronella, and Laura A. Miniel^:Correction of Gynecomastia Through a Single Puncture Incision. Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, 3:244-249, 2007

16-Aug-08 10:00 AM

Dr. Mentz and Dr. Patronella work to improve safety and results with combined breast implant and breast lifts.

Henry Mentz — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 15:00:00 GMT

Salvage Strategy of Delayed Implant Inflation for a Compromised Nipple Areolar Complex During Augmentation Mastopexy.

Henry A. Mentz, III, MD, FACS, FICS, Christopher K. Patronella, MD, FACS, Amado Ruiz-Razura, MD, FACS, German Newall, MD, FACS, James F. Boynton, MD, Janna Siarski, BS

Abstract

Augmentation mastopexy is an operation frequently sought after but fraught with complications. Delayed implant inflation is a surgical strategy which may reduce these complications and allow for a single intraoperative session. Over a two year period, 1840 breast cases were performed by our group, 1444 (78%) were breast augmentation and 396 (22%) were mastopexy. In the 396 mastopexy were performed, 236 (60%) of these were augmentation mastopexy. Twelve (5.1%) of these patients experienced various forms of intraoperative ischemia including venous congestion, arterial inflow, or simply areolar increased tension. In these selected cases the implants were left partially deflated with the ports externalized. Implants were later inflated in the clinic under local anesthesia without further circulation compromise (except for one). In retrospect, most of these cases had additional risks which were identified as underlying systemic disease (82%), previous breast surgery (73%), history of smoking (25%), and use of hormones or birth control pills (33%). Other identified risks include patients who require substantial areolar reduction, patients choosing larger implants (greater than 300 cc), and patients who exhibit substantial asymmetry. Patients with impaired blood supply include patients with previously placed subglandular implants, an old wide implant pocket, required capsulectomy, previous mastopexy or reduction, and thinned breast parenchymal atrophy. Follow up ranged from 8 to 30 months. Within the 12 patients who received this salvage maneuver, seven (58%) had complications. Four (30%) patients had revision surgery for asymmetry, one (5%) patient had postoperative hematoma, one (5%) patient with subsequent ischemia and necrosis, and one (5%) patient with local infection not requiring implant removal. There were no instances of capsular contracture or seroma. Although the complication rate was high for these selected patients, these were high risk patients with impending nipple necrosis which was salvaged with this strategy of late implant inflation. Presently, we recommend this strategy of delayed inflation in cases where there is any risk of nipple areolar complex circulation compromise and in cases with systemic disease, history of smoking, hormone use, substantial asymmetry, large areola, previous breast surgery, and choice of a large implant. Further studies are underway to evaluate this format for all augmentation mastopexy procedures.

Introduction

Augmentation mastopexy has been reviewed in recent years. In an article by Dr. Spear published in PRS in 2003 [[1]], he suggested surgeons beware of this operation because of increased complications and litigation as a result of this combination. Three years later in 2006, Dr. Spear reviewed three years of mastopexy cases [[2]]. Of these 78 mastopexies, 53 were combination augmentation mastopexies, representing 68% of his total mastopexies; 23 were primary and 30 were secondary procedures. The complication rate was 8.8% and revision rate 14% [2]. Dr. Handle in 2006 reviewed mastopexy in the augmented patient and suggested it was a recipe for disaster [[3]]. He acknowledged higher risks and recommended proper planning and attention to detail. Our two year experience represents 1840 breast cases. Of these, 1444 (78%) were augmentation cases and 396 (22%) were mastopexy cases. In the 396 mastopexies, 236 (60%) were augmentation mastopexies. This was a smaller percentage than Dr. Spear's paper [2]. Problems surrounding augmentation mastopexies include hematoma, infection, implant extrusion, loss of sensation, visible or poor scars, malposition of the nipple, malposition of the breast implant, a high rate of revision surgery, and most significantly vascular compromise leading to loss of the nipple areolar complex. [1-15]

The safest strategy in augmentation mastopexy is sequential surgery. However, combination surgery is often undertaken when patients and plastic surgeons have a preference for a single event, in patients with previous breast augmentations wishing for mastopexy, and in patients with previous mastopexies or reductions requesting breast augmentation and revision surgery. Generally combination procedures of augmentation mastopexy can be satisfying because of the improvement in contour that the mastopexy provides and the increase in upper pole fullness that the augmentation provides.

It is most important is to recognize patients who are at high risks. The circulation risks are higher in combination surgery because of increased skin tension and impaired blood supply. Skin tension is increased in patients who require substantial areolar reduction, patients who choose larger implants (greater than 300 cc), and patients who exhibit substantial asymmetry. Patients with impaired blood supply include patients with previously placed subglandular implants, an old large or wide implant pocket, required capsulectomy, previous mastopexy or reduction, thinned breast because of parenchymal atrophy, history of smoking, and systemic disease. [2-3]

Occasionally after augmentation with mastopexy, there is intraoperative evidence of vascular compromise to the nipple areolar complex. It may manifest itself by the presence of cyanosis, congestion, swelling, increase or decrease in capillary perfusion, and excess skin tension. Traditional salvage strategies have included surgical and nonsurgical maneuvers. Surgical strategies include suture removal and implant removal. These strategies also result in delayed closure and delayed implant placement. There are times however when suture release is a necessary part of release of surgical tension. Nonsurgical maneuvers include the use of vasodilators like nitro-paste, the use of leeches for venous congestion, the use of hyperbaric oxygen [3], use of steroids, and blood thinners.

The most important objective is to reduce surgical risks and avoid disasters [1]. Several ways to reduce risks include careful planning, staging the mastopexy and augmentation, limiting the implant size, limiting the undermining, performing more superficial undermining, allowing more generous flaps so that there is less tension on the closure, and finally the use of saline implants to provide salvage strategy.

We present a new and simple "Salvage Maneuver" to release excess tension and vascular compromise without the need for secondary surgery.

Materials and Methods

236 patients received combination surgery in the last two years. Twelve (5.1%) had progressive intraoperative ischemia which included darker color and venous congestion, lighter color and arterial inflow insufficiency, or simply increased tension on the areolar. The implants were deflated during surgery and normal color returned. The implant tubing and port were shortened and externalized. Reinflation of the implant was performed between 4 and 18 days after surgery and the tubing was removed. The patients with intraoperative ischemia exhibited higher than average preoperative risks. Nine (82%) had systemic diseases, eight (73%) had previous breast surgery, three (25%) had a history of smoking, and four (33%) had taken hormones or birth control pills. Of the eight who had had previous breast surgery, all of these patients (eight) had previous breast augmentation. Two of these patients had multiple breast augmentations, three had previous mastopexies or reductions, and three had previous combination mastopexy augmentation surgeries. The operative technique utilized was a Wise keyhole pattern surgery with minimal dissection and no dermal excision in order to preserve subdermal vasculature. After the implants had been filled, these 12 ischemic patients exhibited signs of vascular compromise. Since viability was challenged the "Salvage Maneuver" was executed.

Saline implants are built with adequate valve technology so that ports can be removed postoperatively. The port tubing may be shortened so that one or two inches of port excess are necessary to come out of the wound. Later strategies have included buried ports with suture leaders. Exteriorized injection ports have been used for some time. Dr. Becker in PRS 2004 published a series of 33 patients with exteriorized tubing used from one to five days without incidents of infection or capsular contracture [15]. Jackson in 2004 utilized externalized ports from 10-76 days with no evidence of infection. [ Reference?]

The average implant utilized was 300 cc. The average salvage fill was 131 cc and more recently 100cc have been used. The average final implant fill was 385 cc. All salvage patients utilized saline implants with externalized ports and the secondary inflation was performed between 4 and 18 days postoperatively in the clinic without difficulty.

Implants were refilled in the clinic after revascularization had occurred and inflammation subsided. The desired volume of the implant was reinjected with a closed system and patients were encouraged to participate in choosing the final fill volume. Implants were adjusted for symmetry and projection. After observation of more than one hour, the tubing and valves were removed and the port defects were closed. Patients received oral antibiotics for five days postoperatively and dressing changes were performed three times per day. Incisions and injection ports were carefully monitored for signs of infection, capsular contracture, or leak. Flap vasculature was also monitored carefully with home healthcare nursing and frequent office visits.

Results

Twelve of 236 augmentation mastopexies were treated with this salvage maneuver in the last 24 months. All 12 patients exhibited compromise to the nipple areolar circulation at the time of surgery. Followup ranged from 8 to 30 months. Within the 12 patients who received the salvage maneuver, seven had complications. Four patients had revision surgery, one patient had postoperative hematoma, one patient with subsequent ischemia and necrosis, one patient with local infection not requiring implant removal. There were no instances of capsular contracture or seroma.

Conclusion

Breast augmentation and mastopexy are common operations and often patients seek combination surgery [1-15]. The safest strategy is for sequential surgery, generally performing the mastopexy first, with later augmentation. However, many patients who seek this combination have had previous surgery making it difficult to segregate the operations. Furthermore, most patients who have not had previous surgery generally prefer the convenience of a single surgical event. Most importantly, every patient carries with them a specific set of preoperative risks. It is most important to identify high risk patients and discuss both sequential surgery and the salvage option before surgery. The circulation risks are higher in combination surgery because of increased skin tension and impaired blood supply. Additional risks include patients with systemic disease, previous breast surgery, history of smoking, use of hormones or birth control pills, patients who require substantial areolar reduction, patients choosing larger implants (greater than 300 cc), patients who exhibit substantial asymmetry, patients with previously placed subglandular implants, an old wide implant pocket, required capsulectomy, previous mastopexy or reduction, and thinned breast parenchymal atrophy [2-3]. When in the operating room, when vascular compromise is evident, we believe this "Salvage Maneuver" can help avoid serious complications, specifically nipple areolar complex necrosis. Because of the catastrophic impact of a necrotic pedicle, we feel that this salvage maneuver may allow plastic surgeons to avoid this disaster in high risk patients. Furthermore, in patients with any compromise whatsoever including venous congestion, arterial inflow, or simply increased tension, we believe that this option allows for reduced risk of vascular insult in the postoperative period and should be used when necessary. Since risks of capsular contracture and infection are relatively low compared to a necrosis event, this salvage strategy allows for a reduction in substantial risks with very little postoperative compromise. Further studies will be necessary and are underway to evaluate this strategy further and to evaluate this strategy for all augmentation mastopexy procedures.

Bibliography:

[1] Spear, S. L. (2003) Augmentation/Mastopexy: “Surgeon, beware”. Plast Reconstr Surg 112: 905-906

[2] Spear, S. L., Boehmler J.H., Clemens M.W. (2006) Augmentation/Mastopexy: A 3-year review of a single surgeon’s practice. Plast Reconstr Surg 118(7): 136-151

[3] Handel, N. (2006) Secondary mastopexy in the augmented patient: A recipe for disaster. Plast Reconstr Surg 118(7): 152-167

⁴ Davison, S. P., Spear, S. L. (2004) Simultaneous breast augmentation with periareolar Mastopexy. Semin. Plast. Surg. 18: 189-202

⁵De la Fuente, A., Martin del Yerrol, J. L. (1990) Periareolar mastopexy with mammary implant. Aesthetic Plast. Surg. 16: 337-341

⁶Hammond, D. C. (2006) Augmentation Mastopexy: General considerations. In: Spear SL (ed) Surgery of the Breast: Principles and Art. Vol 2, 2^nd Ed. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, Philadelphia, pp 1403-1416

⁷ Karnes, J., Morrison, W., Salisbury, M, et al. (2000) Simultaneous breast augmentation and lift. Aesthetic Plast. Surg. 24: 148- 154

⁸Owsley, J. Q. (1975) Simultaneous Mastopexy and augmentation for correction of the small, ptotic breast. Ann. Plast. Surg. 2: 195-201

⁹ Persoff, M. M. (2003) Vertical Mastopexy with expansion augmentation. Aesthetic Plast. Surg. 27: 13-19

¹⁰Spear, S. L., Davison, S. P. (2000) Breast augmentation with periareolar mastopexy. Oper. Tech. Plast. Reconstr. Surg. 7: 131-136

¹¹ Spear, S. L., Giese, S. Y. (2000) Simultaneous breast augmentation and Mastopexy. Aesthetic Plast Surg. J 20: 155-165

¹² Spear, S. L., Low, M., Ducic, I. (2003) Revision augmentation mastopexy: Indications, operations, and outcomes. Ann. Plast. Surg. 51: 540-546

¹³ Spear, S. L., Pelletiere, C. V., Menon, N. (2004) One-stage augmentation combined with Mastopexy: Aesthetic results and patient satisfaction. Plast Reconstr Surg 28: 259-267

¹⁴ Spear, S. L., Venturi, M. L. (2006) Augmentation with periareolar mastopexy. In: Spear SL (ed) Surgery of the Breast: Principles and Art. Vol 2, 2^nd Ed. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, Philadelphia, pp 1393-1402

15 Becker, H. (2004) Breast Augmentation Using the Spectrum Implant with Exteriorized Injection Domes. Plast Recontr Surg 114(6) 1617-1620

16-Aug-08 10:00 AM

ASPS Published first article on Pectoral Etching by Dr. Mentz

Hal Mentz — Sun, 09 Dec 2007 01:00:00 GMT

News release on Pectoral Etching

For men with mild gynecomastia or excess breast tissue, the shame of their pecs can be paralyzing. Pectoral etching is proving to be a viable option for men who do not want pectoral implants but want to feel more comfortable with their chest, according to a study in December’s Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery(R) (PRS), the official medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).

“Although not common, requests for pectoral etching are increasing slowly,” said Henry Mentz, MD, ASPS Member Surgeon and study co-author. “Many men simply don’t know the procedure is even out there let alone that it’s a safe, effective option for them.”

During pectoral etching, targeted liposuction is used along the lower and outer edges of the chest muscles. A modest fat pad is left over the pecs, creating a noticeable contrast outlining the muscle.

Many patients who want the procedure suffer from minor gynecomastia or have lost weight but still have a more feminine-looking chest. Other patients are serious athletes that, despite working out and eating right, cannot develop the masculine, muscular chest they desire. To get a balanced look, these patients often have both abdominal and pectoral etching.

Unlike pectoral implants, etching leaves virtually undetectable scars, has no potential rejection issues and offers permanent results. Of the more than 200 men who had pectoral etching, only four experienced minor complications, according to the study.

“Pectoral etching can be a life-altering experience for patients,” said Dr. Mentz. “For 74 years, one patient wouldn’t remove his shirt in public. Last year he proudly spent his vacation on the beach in Hawaii.”

ASPS Published first article on Pectoral Etching by Dr. Mentz

Hal Mentz — Sun, 09 Dec 2007 01:00:00 GMT

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8-Dec-07 7:00 PM

ASPS Published first article on Pectoral Etching by Dr. Mentz

Hal Mentz — Sun, 09 Dec 2007 01:00:00 GMT

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8-Dec-07 7:00 PM

Dr. Mentz 2007 Newsletter

Jeremy Hartling — Fri, 18 May 2007 21:00:00 GMT


RENEW	www.DrMentz.com
An informative e-newsletter compliments of The Aesthetic Center for Plastic Surgery	Volume 1 - Summer 2007

What’s new in Cosmetic Surgery?

The big story in cosmetic surgery today is the FDA’s approval of Silicone Breast Implants after they were pulled from the market 14 years ago. Both the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) and The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), the two largest and most respected plastic surgery membership organizations, applauded the FDA’s decision.

There are two manufacturers who received an “approval by conditions” letter by the FDA, Allergan Corporation and Mentor Corporation. Both companies have been conducting long-term trials to prove the safety and effectiveness of silicone gel-filled implants. The “approval by conditions” means the implants were FDA approved on the condition that Allergan and Mentor meet several requirements including continuing their implant study through the next 10 years (see www.breastimplantsafety.org/ImplantOptions/trials.php for more about these and other FDA conditions).

ASPS statistics page shows 383,886 women elected to have a breast augmentation procedure in 2006. The addition of silicone implants will give women more choices over what goes into their body. When considering the Breast Augmentation or Breast Reconstruction procedures, be sure to ask you surgeon about the differences between saline and silicone so that you may make a well informed decision. ASPS and ASAPS have set up a joint website to help the public understand their choices and make a better informed decision, www.breastimplantsafety.org.

Body Liposculpture with Tummy Tuck as an Alternative to Fully Body Lift.

A full body lift is the procedure of removing excess skin and fat from the belly, hips, buttocks and thighs. This procedure requires an incision around the entire waist and the removal of a “belt” of skin. Then the skin is pull and sutured together. This may be the best choice for some patients but many patients are finding that a combination of the procedures Liposculpture and Tummy Tuck are a better alternative.

Liposculpture is liposuction of specific areas to create a desired look. A tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) is the procedure of tightening the muscles of the abdominal wall and the removal of excess skin and fat from the middle to lower abdomen. For the right candidate, this combination of procedures can achieve a better final appearance with half the scarring.

Dr. Mentz has spent years perfecting this technique and is a recognized authority in the plastic surgery community. Recently Dr. Mentz has presented this hot topic at national and international plastic surgery meetings. According to Dr. Mentz, “This innovative technique achieves great retraction of skin without such invasive techniques as circumferential body lifts therefore cutting recovery time and reducing scarring as well as making it more accessible to the general population.”

Not everybody is a candidate but certainly many people will benefit from it. To learn more or to view before and after photos visit www.drmentz.com.

Face Lift or Soft Tissue Fillers?

The effects of aging occur gradually and many who suffer from the effects of age on the face find themselves in the position where they are not quite ready for a facelift but desire some improvement. Modern medicine has responded with several non-surgical answers to this dilemma. For over 20 years women and men alike have relied on BOTOX to reduce facial wrinkles, one of the most common signs of age. Today there are a range of what are called soft tissue fillers that are injected into wrinkles and/or hollow areas of the face to give it back the fullness it once had.

As the years have passed, new and better fillers have hit the market. Some of the more popular ones today include:

Hyaluronic acid which included Restylane® and Juvéderm™.
Collagen
Calcium hydroxylapatite (Radiesse®)
Polyactate (Sculptra®)
In addition to BOTOX® and the soft tissue fillers mentioned above fat grafting is another great way of restoring a smoother, more youthful-looking face. Fat grafting is the process of harvesting your own fat cells from one area of your body and transplanting those cells to another. Although this process is very safe and there is no risk of an allergic reaction, the number of fat cell that survives the transplant can be a bit unpredictable. However, for many the use of one’s own tissue is an appealing alternative to the fillers listed above.

When considering any of the procedures listed above remember that each product is different in its chemical make-up, longevity and cost. Your surgeon can educate you on their differences and help you make the best choice.

These fillers are the simplest and least expensive method of re-contouring the face but are not a replacement for a facelift. These fillers can be used for smoothing out wrinkles, giving you fuller lips, correcting hollowness around the eyes or cheeks, smoothing out the jaw line, and correcting a deep furrow.

ACPS’s Medical Spa Spot:
Laser Hair Reduction is now for Everyone:

Laser hair reduction has been around for over 30 years. Laser hair removal works by causing localized damage to dark target matter. Basically the dark matter (or melanin in the hair follicle) absorbs the light energy better then the lighter matter. Early lasers worked best when there was a large differentiation between the skin tone and the hair color. Pale individuals with light hair and dark skinned individuals were not good candidates for laser hair reduction.
The introduction of the long pulse Nd:YAG lasers with its longer pulsewidths and wavelengths have made it possible to treat patients with darker skin tones and those who have but a small differentiation in skin tone to hair color. Please note that hair with no melanin is still not treatable nor does the Nd:YAG technology offer “permanent hair removal”.

Lasers built for the purpose of hair reduction can only penetrate 2 millimeters deep into the skin. The majority of the dermal papilla, the only structure of the hair that can reproduce a new root system, is found approximately 4-7 millimeters deep. Therefore, given enough time most if not all hair will return. The Food and Drug Administration acknowledges that there is currently no hair removal procedure that is permanent and will not permit the use of the term “permanent removal”. Anyone claiming otherwise should be approached with skepticism. The FDA has approved a few lasers to claim “permanent reduction”. These few lasers have proven their superior hair reduction efficacy to the FDA and have been certified to make that claim.

At ACPS we are proud to own two Nd:YAG lasers approved by the FDA to claim “permanent reduction”. The Candela corporation’s Gentle:YAG is among the safest and most efficacious lasers on the market. Whether you are fair skinned, dark skinned or well tanned, the GentleYAG can eliminate your need for shaving or waxing. It’s suitable for the delicate small areas like the upper lip and the large areas of a man’s back.

Swimsuit weather is approaching fast. The time is now to begin your treatments. Download and print the coupon below to receive $300 off your next treatment or package. We have two locations to serve you. One coupon per patient. To make an appointment call (713) 799-9999.

Greetings to everyone and thank you for taking the time to read this first addition of my newsletter. These email newsletters are designed to keep you informed of what’s going on in the field of plastic surgery and what’s new in my practice. It is my hope that you find these newsletters valuable.

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MyBeautifulBody.com Newsletter 8-May-07

Jeremy Hartling — Mon, 14 May 2007 21:00:00 GMT

Greetings to everyone and thank you for taking the time to read this first addition of the ACPS newsletter. These email newsletters are designed to keep you informed of what’s going on in the field of plastic surgery, what’s new in my practice and most importantly, strengthen the bond between myself and my patients. It is my hope that you find these newsletters valuable.

What’s new in Cosmetic Surgery?

The big story in cosmetic surgery today is the FDA’s approval of Silicone Breast Implants after they were pulled from the market 14 years ago. Both the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), the two largest and most respected plastic surgery membership organizations, applauded the FDA’s decision.

There are two manufactures who received an “approval by conditions” letter by the FDA, Allergan Corporation and Mentor Corporation. Both companies have been conducting long-term trials to prove the safety and effectiveness of silicone gel-filled implants. The “approval by conditions” means the implants were FDA approved on the condition that Allergan and Mentor meet several requirements including continuing their implant study through the next 10 years (see www.breastimplantsafety.org/ImplantOptions/trials.php for more about these and other FDA conditions).

ASPS statistics page shows 383,886 women elected to have a breast augmentation procedure 2006. The addition of silicon implants will give women more choices over what goes into their body. When considering the Breast Augmentation or Breast Reconstruction procedures, be sure to ask you surgeon about the differences between saline and silicone so that you may make a well informed decision. ASPS and ASAPS have set up a joint website to help the public understand their choices and make a better informed decision, www.breastimplantsafety.org.

The Liquid Facelift – As reported by Houston’s Channel 2 news.

See the full story at: www.click2houston.com/health/7333385/detail.html

Dr. Mentz has been making news lately with what he calls the Liquid Facelift. Many find the proposition of surgery scary or would just rather stave off surgery for one reason or another. If you are one of these people a liquid facelift may be the answer.

A Liquid Facelift is the technique of using the different injectable pharmaceuticals and devices on the market to achieve a more youthful appearance. Nothing can achieve the same results as a facelift but the proper use of these products in combination can provide many with the youthful appearance they were looking for.

So what exactly is an injectable pharmaceutical or device? The most recognizable name on the market today is BOTOX Cosmetic®. This highly purified protein is skillfully injected into the facial muscles that cause fine lines and wrinkles. The protein reduces those muscles’ mobility, thereby reducing the fine lines. The American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) recently reported 3,181,592 BOTOX® treatments were performed last year.

In contrast, 1,593,554 injections of hylaronic acid were performed in 2006. Don’t let the name scare you. Hylaronic acid is a naturally occurring substance found the human body. As you age your skin’s ability to produce hylaronic acid is reduced. Restylane® and Juvederm® are the two leading hularonic acid products on the market. Both are injected into the skin in the area of wrinkles giving new volume to the skin thereby reducing the appearance of the facial lines.

The down side of BOTOX®, Restylane® and Juvederm® is there temporary nature. All last anywhere from two months to nine months. How long they last depends on your unique anatomy and metabolism. Those wishing a more permanent result may decide to go with another filler not classified as a hylaronic acid but rather a synthetic collagen type substance called calcium hydroxylapatite. The FDA has approved this product for use as a dermal filler of certain facial lines. Studies show this product may last anywhere from six months to three years.

The Liquid Facelift is the use of one or all of these products to give a patient a more youthful look. The best results are achieved by those practitioners that have not only been highly trained but who perform these injections daily. Dr. Mentz has hand picked and trained his nurse practitioner, Renée Arriaga, FNP, to perform these injections as well as other services within his clinic at The Aesthetic Center for Plastic Surgery. To learn more about the Liquid Facelift, these injectables, Renée’s education and qualifications go to http://www.mymedispa.com/. Renee has performed thousands of injections and has made hundreds of patients very happy people.

Face Lift or Soft Tissue Fillers?

The effects of aging occur gradually and many who suffer from the effects of age on the face find themselves in the position where they are not quite ready for a facelift but desire some improvement. Modern medicine has responded with several non-surgical answers to this dilemma. For over 20 years women and men alike have relied on BOTOX® to reduce facial wrinkles, one of the most common signs of age. Today there are a range of what are called soft tissue fillers that are injected into wrinkles and/or hallow areas of the face to give it back the fullness it once had.

As the years have passed, new and better fillers have hit the market. Some of the more popular ones today include:

Hyaluronic acid which included Restylane® and Juvéderm™
Collagen
Calcium hydroxylapatite (Radiesse®)
Polyactate (Sculptra®)

In addition to BOTOX® and the soft tissue fillers mentioned above fat grafting is another great way of restoring a smoother, more youthful-looking face. Fat grafting is the process of harvesting your own fat cells from one area of your body and transplanting those cells to another. Although this process is very safe and there is no risk of an allergic reaction, the number of fat cell that survives the transplant can be a bit unpredictable. However, for many the use of one’s own tissue is an appealing alternative to the fillers listed above.

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Laser Hair Reduction is now for Everyone

The introduction of the long pulse Nd:YAG lasers with its longer pulsewidths and wavelengths have made it possible to treat patients with darker skin tones and those who have but a small differentiation in skin tone to hair color. Please not that hair with no melanin is still not treatable nor does the Nd:YAG technology offer “permanent hair removal”.

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Dr. Henry Mentz FEATURED IN NEWBEAUTY MAGAZINE

noemail@drmentz.com — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 18:00:00 GMT

National Glossy Magazine Heralded As The Ultimate Cosmetic Enhancement Guide. September 15, 2009 – Henry Mentz, III, MD, FACS, FICS, triple board certified plastic surgeon, is featured in the Fall-Winter 2009 edition of NewBeauty magazine, which is due on newsstands the last week of June. Dr. Henry Mentz is one of Houston's most respected plastic surgeons and nationally recognized for his unparalleled results. He is a founder and partner of the Aesthetic Center for Plastic Surgery, one of the largest private plastic surgery practices in the country specializing in aesthetic surgery. Dr. Mentz has dedicated the last 20 years of his career in medicine to the art and science of aesthetic plastic surgery. His ultimate goal is to create a natural and youthful appearance with minimal delectability and risk. He is proud to be included in this edition of NewBeauty®. NewBeauty® is the world’s most unique beauty magazine, and is fast becoming a powerhouse beauty brand spanning...

Dr. Mentz, MD, FACS, FICS - Credentials

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 20:33:20 GMT

Dr. Henry Mentz - Triple Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Houston, TX Selected a Top Doctor in Plastic Surgery 2003-2010 by H-Texas® Magazine and Super Doc by Texas Monthly® Magazine, Henry Mentz is America’s first triple-boarded plastic surgeon. With over 150 publications and presentations to his credit, Dr. Mentz continues to advance the art and science of plastic surgery. Recognized as an authority in facial rejuvenation and specialist in body and breast refinement, his innovations include improved facelift techniques, abdominal etching, more comfortable tummy tucks, safer liposuction and special breast augmentation techniques. A keen aesthetic sense and devotion to detail are paramount in every procedure. BOARD CERTIFICATION The first surgeon in the USA to receive these three boards: The American Board of Plastic Surgery The American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery The American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery ...

Dr. Mentz - Triple Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Houston, TX

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 20:17:40 GMT

About Dr. Mentz Selected a Top Doctor in Plastic Surgery 2003 – 2010 in H-Texas® Magazine and Super Doc by Texas Monthly® Magazine, Henry Mentz is America’s first triple-boarded plastic surgeon. With over 150 publications and presentations to his credit, Dr. Mentz continues to advance the art and science of plastic surgery. Recognized as an authority in facial rejuvenation and specialist in body and breast refinement, his innovations include improved facelift techniques, abdominal etching, more comfortable tummy tucks, safer liposuction and special breast augmentation techniques. A keen aesthetic sense and devotion to detail are paramount in every procedure. CREDENTIALS: BOARD CERTIFICATION The first surgeon in the USA to receive these three boards: The American Board of Plastic Surgery The American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery The American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery AWARDS & HONORS Recognized by...

Houston Texas plastic surgeon providing liposuction, breast augmentation, and facelift surgery.

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 22:11:32 GMT

Philosophy A keen aesthetic sense and devotion to detail are paramount in every procedure. - Dr. Henry Mentz MD, PA, FICS, FACS PHYSICIAN STATEMENT Dr. Mentz is a founder and partner of The Aesthetic Center for Plastic Surgery, one of the largest private plastic surgery teams in the country specializing in aesthetic surgery. His extensive training and magnitude of experience have merited Triple Board Certification. He is the first surgeon in the United States to hold these three boards. His distinguished credentials in facial rejuvenation with special interest in body contouring have proven his commitment and enthusiasm for the specialty of plastic surgery. Recognizing his expertise and experience in the field of cosmetic surgery, he has been chosen for membership in all of the esteemed plastic surgery organizations (ASPRS, ASAPS, FICS, FACS, AAFPRS). Memberships for these societies are awarded only to board certified plastic surgeons who demonstrate the additional interest...

Houston Breast Augmentation Procedures

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 00:05:29 GMT

Henry A. Mentz, M.D., PA, FACS, FICS The most common plastic surgery breast procedures include breast augmentation (or breast enlargement) using saline breast implants, mastopexy (or breast lift) and macromastia (or breast reduction). Breast implants were invented in Houston, Texas, in 1962 and Dr. Mentz's training with their inventors in 1989, 1990 and 1991 provided him with insight into the management of individual breast implant cases at multiple levels of difficulty. Through detailed discussions and careful measurements Dr. Mentz will work with you to determine the breast procedure that is right for you. Click Here for the Consultation Form or Call (713) 799-9999 Breast Augmentation & Breast Enlargement in Houston - Texas Women with small or underdeveloped breasts who wish to increase the size of their breasts may choose to have a procedure called breast augmentation mammoplasty, or simply, breast augmentation implants. Both moderate and large breast augmentation is...

Houston Liposuction & Body Contouring

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 23:58:32 GMT

Henry A. Mentz, M.D., PA, FACS, FICS Liposuction is one of the most requested plastic surgery procedures in Houston, and Dr. Mentz has been one of the leaders in the field of liposuction. He has presented new ideas in liposculpture and liposuction in more than 6 countries and has written papers and presentations on innovations in body contouring. He is the inventor of abdominal and pectoral etching, worked to create safer liposuction, was the first to use local anesthetic pumps for pain relief, and developed a new device for smoother liposuction. Liposuction in Houston - Texas Liposuction is used to remove fat from the abdomen, thighs, knees, hips, buttocks, chin and neck area, chest and the upper arms. Liposuction is not a substitute for a weight loss program and is only recommended for those individuals of normal weight to slightly above normal weight who have excess pockets of fat that do not respond to diet or exercise, such as love handle and saddlebags. Overweight...

Houston Facial Refinement- Rhinoplasty, Chin and Cheek Contouring

Sat, 07 Mar 2009 15:36:42 GMT

Henry A. Mentz, M.D., PA, FACS, FICS Facial Refinement is most commonly associated with those plastic surgery procedures that target contour changes in specific areas of the face. These facial refinement procedures include the Rhinoplasty or Nose Job, Ear Pin Back or Otoplasty, Chin Implant or Augmentation, Cheek Implant or Augmentation, and Fat Grafting. Generally, harmony in facial proportions is a delicate balance and requires specific expertise in guidance and techniques. Dr. Mentz was the very first US surgeon to become triple boarded in the specialties focusing on facial plastic surgery. Dr. Mentz will utilize your specific goal targets, computer imaging and careful planning to assist you in attaining your best possible results. Most of these facial refinement procedures are performed in our exclusive AAAA certified Aesthetic Surgicenter and anesthesia is performed by a board certified Anesthesiologist doctor. These are day surgeries and you can return home for your recovery....

Houston Plastic Surgery Procedures for Men

Thu, 05 Mar 2009 23:45:42 GMT

Plastic Surgery Procedures for Men Henry A. Mentz, M.D., PA, FACS, FICS Dr. Mentz has been a leader in plastic surgery for men. He developed and published abdominal etching as a specialized liposuction technique performed to create the six pack abdomen in 1991. He later established a modified version so that regular guys could get athletic abs through special liposculpting techniques in 1995. He has recently introduced pectoral etching, which utilizes the same philosophy of detailed liposuction sculpting to achieve a more masculine chest in 2003. Also in 2003, he introducted puncture removal of gynecomastia (overdeveloped breast glands in men most often removed through larger incisions). Pectoral implants are sometimes used to augment the pectoral muscles. In addition Dr. Mentz's credentials in men's athletic contouring, he has special credentials in facial surgery. He has written regarding facelifts (rhytidectomy), necklifts, eyelids (blepharoplasty), rhinoplasty (nose job),...

Houston Facelift & Rejuvenation Procedures

Thu, 05 Mar 2009 23:43:02 GMT

Dr. Henry A. Mentz, M.D., PA, FACS, FICS Dr. Mentz was the first surgeon in the United States to achieve triple Board Certification in Plastic Surgery, Facial Plastic Surgery and Head and Neck Surgery-Otolaryngology (in 1999, there were only four in the U.S.). He has authored the chapter The Multilayer Facelift, in the textbook Operative Plastic Surgery, describing the most advanced techniques for natural facial restoration and rejuvenation and a new chapter on Advanced Contouring in the Cheek in 2009. He has been a leader publishing on innovative techniques used to improve results and allow longer lasting results. Facial rejuvenation describes both the surgical and non-surgical procedures used to restore a youthful facial appearance. Damage to the skin by the sun, as well as aging, contribute to the need for facial rejuvenation. Non-surgical techniques for facial rejuvenation include: BOTOX® injections soften muscle contraction to smooth out facial wrinkles on the...

Dr. Mentz - Plastic Surgery Practicing Locations

Fri, 06 Jun 2008 20:42:20 GMT

The Aesthetic Center for Plastic Surgery is located in the Galleria/ River Oaks location and the Kimberley Professional Building: Galleria/ River Oaks 4400 Post Oak Parkway Suite2260 Houston, TX 77027 1-877-707-2277 713-799-9999 Memorial Location 12727 Kimberley, Suite 300 Houston, TX 77024 1-877-707-2277 713-799-9999 Surgery Center 12727 Kimberley, Suite 303 Houston, TX 77024 1-877-707-2277 713-799-9999 To the Galleria/ River Oaks Office To the Galleria/River Oaks Office: From North Houston Traveling South on West Loop 610, exit the San Felipe exit. Turn left @ San Felipe, going east under the freeway. About 1/6 a mile down turn left into the seven story Amegy Bank parking structure located just before the second light, Briar Oaks Lane, and across the street from the...

Dr. Mentz - Houston Plastic Surgery Practicing Locations

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