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How long should I wait to have loose skin removed after weight loss, and does OHIP cover any portion?

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Over the past year, I have lost 54Lbs. I still have about 20-25Lbs to go, but already my skin is very loose, in spite of losing slowly, eating well, 4L of water a day, strength training, oils, creams, wearing Spanx etc. I am in Ontario, Canada. Does the provincial health care plan cover any portion of any procedures to have the skin removed? Also, how long do I need to wait after reaching my goal weight to have the surgery/surgeries? Thank you!

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