I had a positive experience with Dr. Semple. I had my surgery in October 2023, and my only regret is not doing it sooner. He was kind, attentive, and even held my hand as I went under anesthesia. He always took the time to answer my questions during follow-ups. I was an F–I cup (depending on the brand) and now around a full C. My breasts are a nice shape, symmetrical, with smaller, higher-set nipples (no longer looking at the ground—haha). The scars have healed well—still visible but faded. I do notice that the left-side scar extends a bit higher under my armpit, but it’s not a huge deal. I joke that my left side was maybe done by the Fellow who was practicing with Dr. Semple. I opted for the additional $2,500 liposuction at the sides of my chest/armpits, which I’m grateful for as I was always self-conscious in tank tops. I do notice a slight asymmetry (a little pudgier on my left side), but it’s minor and only noticeable to me. With the $400 OR fee plus $2500 for lipo, my out-of-pocket cost was just over $3,000, with OHIP covering the rest. Surprisingly, my work’s medical expense fund reimbursed me, so if you have any benefits, I recommend submitting a claim just in case! Healing was an emotional rollercoaster—I was anxious about every bump, asymmetry, puckering and crinkle. Thankfully, Dr. Semple’s team (Angela, I believe?) was great. I could send photos, and he always reassured me things would settle—and he was right. Immediately after surgery, I felt so much lighter! They removed: • Right: 400 mL breast tissue + 175 mL axilla • Left: 420 mL + 150 mL axilla At first, I panicked that I had NO breasts left. Then, during the swelling phase, I worried they were still too big! They started off super perky (almost too perky), then softened and settled. Since I got used to how perky they were when they were still swollen, I do kinda wish they were a bit perkier now that they have settled, but I assure you they are still WAY perkier than they were pre-reduction, and still not saggy by any means. Expect a range of emotions—too big, too small, too perky, not perky enough. I learned to trust the process, and friends who had reductions said they felt the same way. Overall, I’m so happy I did this and would 100% recommend Dr. Semple. I’ve seen mixed reviews, but everyone heals differently, and expectations vary. This was my experience—hope it helps! Best of luck!
I am extremely unhappy with the breast reduction I had done by Dr. Semple. My nipples are uneven, both in where they sit on each breast and shape. One is higher than the other. One breast is noticeably larger than the other. One aereola was crookedly cut and is noticeably uneven and misshapen (it looks like how an egg yolk sits off to one side in a frying pan). The skin on one side along the vertical incision underneath my nipple is lumpy. Both vertical incisions are bruised. All along my incision scars are still painful to put pressure on over a year later. They are saggy despite the surgery being so recent. I'm so unhappy and embarrassed with how they look now. I wish there was a way to fix them without getting surgery again.
I started developing at 10 years old and by 12 I was a C cup. Now I am 18 and a 32J. I stand 5'2" and 120lbs. Can you say backpain?! I've wanted to have a reduction for a long time but due to my age I had to wait. Now the surgery is scheduled August 16th, one week today and i'm starting to get nervous! I've read plenty of reviews on this site and the positive feedback is encouraging. My biggest concerns are scars and loss of sensation in the nipple. I'd love to hear from you ladies that have had this done, were you nervous aswell? And was it worth it?
I’m going on for my BR and reduction with Dr Semple in Toronto morning. This site has been so helpful in calming my nerves and understanding what to expect so I wanted to pass it on! Luckily I am covered in Canada for the surgery but I have paid an additional $2500 for flank liposuction. I he been on the fence for a long time and had to push my February date due to a biopsy for cyst (came back negative thankfully) but it’s finally happening. I have been self conscious about the asymmetry which seems to have gotten more pronounced. I do not want too much taken out, but to have more balanced, lifted breasts. My mom died of Breast cancer and I’ve worked hard to separate those difficult memories with what I’m choosing to do but sometimes I freak out a little bit. I will post more tomorrow but for now I’m working on keeping myself calm. I’m going to have lasagna for dinner and try and get in the bath and have an early night. Who knows if I will sleep!!! Updated on 10 Mar 2018: I’m at at 5:30am to update. Slept about 6-7 hours but sleeping on my back has been worst part so far!! Surgery was yesterday morning at 9am but when I got there the nurse said 11am so there was some confusion because when I went back to the pre op area at 830 I was wondering why the anesthesiologist was coming in already. I was happier to go anyway in the end. The whole process other than that was so smooth. Since I didn’t know what to expect from the day, here is a bullet point summary: -7:30 arrive at hospital with bf and sister - got into hospital clothes which were quite comfy - got vitals and given a couple of Tylenol and an anti inflammatory - went back out to my fam for fifteen mins but through back to pre op area - sat in chair w warm blanket until doctor came in - got marked up and discussed size, I am going from a DD to a C as I am 5’7 and 145 lbs and I wanted to stay a bit fuller - anesthesiologist come in and v quickly put in IV line while a nurse confirmed what I was getting done (bilateral reduction and lift plus flank lipo) - then a few mins later we walked into OR which was the most intimidating part and lay with my arms wide open. As anesthesiologist started his drip Dr. Semple rubbed my shoulder which was very nice and we had a few jokes - took less than three inhales from the gas mask and was lights out... I was so impressed w how quickly I was out! Post op: - have a vague memory of vomiting at some post but can’t remember - started to wake up and a nice male nurse was sitting there and I think I was complaining about pain so he gave me some more of whatever drip - didn’t really feel pain but pressure and only my left breast (which had less taken out) had a few sharp pains - I hung out there drinking ginger ale and waited for my sister who came and filled my Rx - doctor came back and said it went very well and was done in less than an hour!! Will ask at pre op but he only took out 120 ccs or something. - got dressed w help of another male nurse who was trying to be discreet w me changing but i truly could not care less lol - I have no drains, but have thing bandages over nipples and incisions. Will try to post pic later but they have some leaking on them so wasn’t sure if it was to gross lol - dr told me ok to wear my sports bra but nurse said he’s not sure if I’m supposed to? But I told him the dr said... so I’ve been wearing nonstop - coming home was no problem, didn’t feel sick. Had a smoothie and some crackers which my dog kept trying to steal - first day at home pretty seamless. Feel burning and random pains in left breast but not as bad as I thought - sleeping sucks and hence why I’m typing this so early. Moved to the couch. My wedge pillow is late to be delivered but gonna try that tomorrow. - i also woke up v stiff and sore primarily where the lipo was done. Kind of feels like the most intense workout of your life or like you got kicked in the ribs! I’ll post more later but after a few months and almost year waffling about this and being terrified, the experience thus far has been great. I’m sure I’ll freak out next week when I see incisions but for now it’s manageable. Updated on 11 Mar 2018: For some reason today I’m not feeling the best. I’m not totally sure if I should be wearing my sports bra or not. I feel like I was out of it post surgery when I was talking to my doctor. The pamphlets I have say I can wear the bra but I’m worried it’s too tight or pressing on my incisions under my boob. Any time I’ve tried to take off the bra, I get very nauseous and lightheaded. Maybe it’s just the blood going to that area that has been compressed? I’m also feeling more sleepy, a bit nauseous and getting some chills. I only took a few very small doses of the oxy so not sure if it’s related to that or not. I finally did have a bowel movement which was good after I took a stool softener last night. Has anyone felt the same dizziness or lightheaded when they removed the bra? I’m trying to take a photo but just can’t do it at the moment. Updated on 12 Mar 2018: Finally able to take a photo without getting super dizzy. I am wondering if the amount of blood/discharge seems normal? Also my right breast seems much more swollen... Had a bit of an allergy attack last night which resulted in a lot of coughing and worried I ruptured something and it caused more bleeding. A little less dizzy today just feeling nervous about the incision sites. Updated on 14 Mar 2018: I was nervous to go back to my PS to remove dressings but I’m less horrified than I thought I’d be. They are looking a littler bigger than I wanted (a C cup) but he said they are still swollen. I came home and had my first shower, put polysporin on my incisions and got back into my bra. It’s exciting! The shape will hopefully drop a bit more naturally but overall I’m happy. Thoughts?? Updated on 19 Mar 2018: I am starting to feel like myself again!! I have had a few people who didn’t know hug me tightly which did NOT feel good. The steri strips don’t look like they’re budging but my doctor told me I can take them off after a week. I’m a little queasy about taking them off if they’re not ready to but maybe a few more days will help. I’ve been showering normally and putting polysporin on the incisions. I’ve had a few periods of itching, spikes of pain near incisions or swelling (all underarms) but it usually passes. I’m so happy!!!! Updated on 28 Mar 2018: Seem to be healing super well! Updated on 4 Apr 2018:
