What is Wart Removal?
Wart removal surgery is a safe and effective way to remove unwanted warts from any part of the body. There are different removal techniques available today depending on the type of wart being treated.
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Who is a Good Candidate?
Patients of all ages are good candidates for wart removal. Patients may want to consider wart removal if the wart is:
- Painful
- Embarrassing
- Easily irritated
- Spreading to other parts of your body
Generally, warts can be treated at home or simply left alone, but if you’re bothered by them, they can easily be removed by Dr. Baird at our office.
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How to Prevent Warts
Warts are caused by the human papillomavirus, which is an incredibly common class of virus that can have a variety of effects on the body, from mundane to severe. The wart virus is spread through tiny nicks or cuts in the skin, which causes skin growths within a few months. Common warts occur in just about everyone at some point, although they may be more common in people with a compromised immune system, such as children.
Warts can be difficult to prevent, but there are ways to protect yourself. Since they spread by skin-to-skin contact, avoid touching warts on yourself or other people and wash your hands afterward. Also, avoid sharing towels and washcloths and wear shoes while in public showers or locker rooms. If you have cuts or scrapes, especially on your hands or feet, keep them clean and covered. Finally, biting or picking your nails and cuticles can put you at risk of warts, so consider breaking the habit.
Treatments for Wart Removal
There are many techniques that can be used to treat warts, including liquid nitrogen, chemical ablation, and lasers. The type of removal will depend on the type of wart, and the wart’s location and size. The goal of wart removal surgery is to destroy or remove the wart without creating scar tissue. A consultation with Dr. Baird can allow you to discuss the process that will work for your individual case.
Salicylic Acid
Salicylic acid is a potent exfoliating solution that can get rid of warts under the guidance of your dermatologist. This peeling medicine is applied to the skin where it loosens the skin cells and causes the dead skin to fall off. Although you can find salicylic acid preparations over-the-counter, it’s best to consult Dr. Baird to ensure you don’t damage your skin.
Liquid Nitrogen (Cryotherapy)
Cryotherapy is a treatment that involves carefully applying liquid nitrogen to the wart. This destroys the skin cells and causes the dead wart to fall off within a few days. This can be dangerous, so it’s best to only receive it from a board-certified dermatologist. This is one of the most reliable ways to remove warts.
Laser Treatment for Warts
Lasers are a new treatment for warts that can be more comfortable and effective than other treatments. Dr. Baird will direct a laser beam at the wart which will heat and destroy the tissue. After a few days, the wart falls off and leaves behind smooth, healthy skin.
Before Your Wart Removal Treatment
Dr. Baird will look at your warts and determine what treatment is best. No preparation is needed for wart removal – it’s performed right in our office and you can go home right away. Dr. Baird will help you learn how to prevent warts and whether repeat treatments will be needed for best results.
Recovery After Wart Removal Treatment
Recovery time is variable depending on the type of treatment. Common side effects include redness and swelling, which usually resolve within a few weeks. Although it is rare that a wart will return in the same area, it is possible that warts may develop in other locations in the future. This is because warts are caused by viruses that cannot be treated by wart removal.
Wart Removal in Farmington Hills, MI
If you are ready to say goodbye to stubborn warts with wart removal in Farmington Hills, contact our office today to schedule an appointment. We would be happy to answer any questions you may have.
