When should I see a surgeon about a tummy tuck?

I will need to have a tummy tuck. I know this because 1. the doctor already told me I would have problems with hanging skin and 2. I had a hanging panni. before surgery so I know it will be worse after I'm done loosing weight. My insurance wouldn't pay for the RNY because of an exclusion so I self paid. They only do reconstructive that is medically necessary. I get skin infections and back pain before surgery and now. So I am trying to prepare for the battle with my insurance now. I am 2 months post op. What I'm wondering is should I see a plastic surgeon now - so that as soon as I'm a year out I can have it done or what can I start doing NOW to make sure they don't do me with the panni. like they did the WLS. I already have been to the doctor twice for a rash under my breasts and stomach. Also, another question. I have either a birth defect or suffered an injury when I was growing up. It caused one of my breasts to be much larger than the other. I know that is normal. But mine is about 2 cup sizes larger, and when I had my children I didn't even get milk in the small one. I am wondering if this is reason enough for a breast lift or to have a breast reduction of the other one. Anyone know the answer, I'd appreciate it.

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