I initially went in there to inquire about liposuction in my abdominal area. I was at an ideal weight for my height at 135 lbs but my stomach area has always bothered me since my teen years. My body frame is a small hips, love handles type and it made me feel unsexy not having real curves especially as a Latina where that is praised. I ask Dr. Farias if getting lipo on the front and sides would help me achieve a more snatched waist to appear more curvy and give off a more hourglass appearance and he said better yet, let’s transfer that abdominal fat into your hips and I was sold! He gave me an honest prediction of how only about 30% will stay in the final results but that is all I lacked to look curvy. I am in love with my new bod and I def feel more feminine with more hip definition. Not to mention but butt looks amazing now more round and bubbly. Highly recommend Dr. Farias office. He answered every question I had and I appreciate how he scientifically explained how the fat deposits work on some body types and his method he will be using for the procedure. He is honest, patient, personable, and damn good at his craft. The staff was truly a delight to work with as well. From the front desk to the assistants and the anesthesiologist; literally every single person was a gem. I’m so thankful I waited and did my research until I found the perfect office to go through with what could be scary to some. The recovery process was smooth. Of course that was the most painful part. I’d rate the first 2 days a 6 out of 10 and I have a low tolerance for pain. The leaky mess wasn’t as bad as I thought but I still covered my bed in thin plastic and towels. By day 5 I was able to do things on my own. The hardest part was sleeping since I normally don’t sleep on my belly but you have to the first 90 days. The bruising went away maybe around the 3rd to 4th week. They provide you with a butt cushion because you can’t sit on your butt so it kinda hangs out but nothing uncomfortable. I was mentally prepared to go through the recovery process but I handled it like a boss and had someone assist me the first two days. As an incentive for posting a review, this reviewer received an entry into RealSelf’s monthly $500 gift card giveaway.