A mini-abdominoplasty is a procedure that treats abdominal contour issues mainly of the lower abdomen. This is best suited for a patient who does not necessarily need muscle plication above the umbilicus and has a slight protuberance below the umbilicus along with some loose skin of the lower abdomen. Because of the limited undermining of soft tissue, liposuction can be combined with the procedure. Sometimes surgeons will \\u201cfloat\\u201d or detach the umbilical stalk to move it lower to remove more skin. The incision is often shorter than what one would have with a full tummy tuck. This is often best for thinner patients. A disadvantage of this procedure is that it does not adequately treat the upper abdomen and skin laxity above the or around the umbilicus.