Should I try the marble or earplug method after Tummy Tuck? (Photo)

I have used hemi-marbles in the post op belly buttons for years. Convex side in, flat side out. They work. They do not cause necrosis. They are used to settle down the thickness of the scar around the belly button. They should sit ON the scar, NOT WITHIN the scar. However, they have very limited ability to enhance the depth of an "inny". That must be performed surgically. 

Hello,Contrary to your belief, surfing the net is not research. 99% of the websites on the net serve up a healthy dose of misinformation. Since you trusted your surgeon to do your surgery, trust him to take care of you. You've got a lot of swelling and have no idea how your belly button will look. Inserting hard objects into your belly button can cause pressure necrosis and wounding. Best of luck!

Dear Ms Perez,Thank you for your picture. 7 weeks after surgery your belly button looks good,  It has some depth to it.  It acquire more depth as it heals.  That has been my experience with my patients.  Under no circumstances would I recommend placing a foreign object like a marble or an ear plug into your belly button.  It will not increase the depth and may hinder the healing.  Best wishesEarl Stephenson, Jr, MD, DDS, FACS

Swelling of the umbilicus is common after surgery and will be present for several weeks yet. I encourage you to discuss your concerns with your surgeon and follow his/her advice. Your surgeon is most familiar with the details of your surgery and how you've been progressing through recovery.

are usually used to help with constricting belly buttons where the opening is scarring down in a bad way.  With resolution of swelling, your belly button may improve in aesthetics.  And if it doesn't you should be able to discuss your concerns with your surgeon.  If the opening is large enough, don't put stuff in your belly button as it could only lead to problems with healing.  Or you can ask your surgeon for his/her advice.