Will OHIP cover breast asymmetry correction? (photos)

HiJust the other day I had a patient with the exact same concern.  It tried very hard to have OHIP cover both breast surgeries.  In the end they offered to pay for one breast.  Seeing as how the implants cost money I suggested that my patient have the more expensive side covered but will have to pay for the breast lift/ reduction to the other side.  What you choose to do may be a bit different but I would expect that your surgeon may be able to advocate for you to get one side covered at least.  Dr Rodger ShorttPlastic SurgeonAss't Clin ProfessorDirector of Cosmetic Surgery Training,McMaster University

Thanks for this question.OHIP has a rule that they will only cover a 2 cup size difference. That likely means that you won't be covered. That seems unfair. I would see a Plastic Surgeon and still ask them to apply to OHIP for you and maybe even send a picture. Sometimes they make exceptions.

OHIP may pay for part of the surgery but not all.  Your surgeon would have to request approval for the surgery from the Ministry of Health.  During the consultation your surgeon will explain the many possibilities to create symmetry.  The healing time would be two weeks but you won't see the final results for a few months.