I have breast asymmetry. Can OHIP help?

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Breast Asymmetry of one breast being an A and another a DD. Does OHIP help? There is a huge difference. Can a get fat transfer from one breast to another to even out? What can be done?

Rodger Shortt, FRCSC · Answer

In the setting of breast asymmetry I send a letter to OHIP on behalf of my patients seeking funding.  On occasion I have been able to get them to pay for both sides.  Many times I have had them offer to pay for one side (i.e. the will pay for a breast reduction or a breast augmentation to balance the two breasts).  Some patients want something done to both breasts.  If that is the case then they can pay for just the one side if OHIP won't pay for both.  There are huge savings in that setting.  Usually I suggest to let OHIP pay for the breast augmentation side as the price of the implant is covered by them.  If your surgeon tells you that you automatically have to pay for your surgery on both sides, without seeking approval from OHIP, find another surgeon for a second opinion.What the best option is for you will vary depending on what is seen during your consultation and what you goals are. Breast surgery is something that is very customizable.  Dr Rodger ShorttOakville Plastic SurgeonDirector of Cosmetic Surgery Training &Assistant Clinical Professor,McMaster University

Luis A. Cenedese, MD, FACS · Answer

Fat may be transfered from one breast to another to achieve greater symmetry.  Liposuction of the breast often yields less than predicted amounts of tissue for transfer.  Other sites can then be utilized.  It is unlikely that a size a breast can be bought up to a size c.  Reducition of the larger breast with fat augmentation of the smaller breast preferably in more than one stage is the best option.Please consult in person with an experienced Board Certified Plastic Surgeon priot to making treatment decisions.

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