Dr. Ben Cilento
& Facial Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Ben Cilento is a fellowship-trained facial plastic surgeon known for his precision, warmth, and deep understanding of facial anatomy. With dual training in facial plastic and sinus surgery, he approaches every procedure with both aesthetic vision and functional insight—whether he's refining a nose, lifting the face, or restoring harmony to the profile.
Pride. Compassion. Purpose
“Every face tells a story. My job is to help it speak with clarity, confidence, and balance.”
– Dr. Ben Cilento
Top-Rated Rhinoplastic Surgeon in Houston, TX
Credentials That
Inspire Confidence
Dr. Cilento’s career spans elite surgical training, military leadership, academic teaching, and award-winning research. Highlights include:
- Fellowship in Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery under Dr. Calvin M. Johnson Jr.
- Chief of Facial Plastic Surgery, Naval Medical Center Portsmouth
- Assistant Professor, Eastern Virginia Medical School
- Multiple national research awards, including the John Orlando Roe Award
Awards & Recognition
Dr. Ben Cilento’s career is defined by excellence—not just in the operating room, but in research, education, and leadership. His work has earned national recognition from leading medical organizations and his peers.
Castle Connolly
Top Doctor - 5 Years
Selected by fellow physicians for his expertise in facial anatomy, advanced diagnostics, and patient-centered care.
John Orlando Roe
Award – AAFPRS
Awarded for groundbreaking research on the aging face by the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
Potsic Ferguson
Award – COSM
Recognized for the best resident presentation at the Combined Otolaryngology Spring Meetings.
American Heart Association
Research Grant
Received for immunologic research on B-cell hypermutation.
A Philosophy Rooted in Partnership
Dr. Cilento believes that plastic surgery is a shared journey. He takes time to understand each patient’s goals, educate them on their options, and guide them through every step of the process. His care doesn’t end in the operating room—it extends through recovery, results, and long-term confidence.
Rejuvenation