Does a tummy tuck look fake... will everyone be able to tell? (Photos)

I think that you would have to agree that most tummy tucks look quite natural when comparing before and after photos. The scar is placed so that you can still wear a two piece swimsuit.  Obviously, you will also look better in regular clothing. Good luck!

 Thank you for the good question. The results of tummy tuck surgery will vary.   The appearance of the abdominal wall does not  look "fake" after a well executed procedure; often, the most telltale sign of a tummy tuck procedure ( when a patient is wearing a swimming suit…) is the appearance of the umbilicus.  Of course, the resulting scar is a factor that patients considering tummy tuck surgery should also consider heavily.Understandably, the appearance of the umbilicus is of great importance to many patients undergoing tummy tuck surgery; after all, it may be the only telltale sign of having undergone the tummy tuck surgery when the patient is wearing a swimming suit or undergarments. The umbilicus should be positioned carefully; if it is too high or too low, it may be a sign of tummy tuck surgery. If it is too round or slit like it may also look "surgical". Most patients prefer a relatively small and oval-shaped umbilicus. My best advice: look at a lot before/after photographs of patients  who have undergone tummy tuck surgery.  You will find lots of examples on this website and on the attached link as well. Doing so will allow you to determine whether you will be pleased with the results of the procedure. If you choose to proceed, select your plastic surgeon carefully. Make sure that he/she is a board-certified plastic surgeon and has significant/demonstrable experience achieving the types of outcomes you will be pleased with. Then communicate your goals/concerns carefully as well. You may find the attached link/video helpful to you as you learn more. Best wishes.