Wart Removal
Effective removal of common, plantar, and stubborn warts. Multiple treatment options including cryotherapy, excision, and prescription medications.
Wart treatment at Dr. Berens MD Concierge Healthcare & Wellness is personalized based on wart type, location, and patient preference. Dr. Berens offers multiple treatment modalities for optimal results.
Warts are benign skin growths caused by human papillomavirus (HPV). They can be painful, unsightly, or contagious. While some warts resolve on their own, treatment accelerates removal and prevents spreading.
Dr. Berens provides professional wart treatment ranging from cryotherapy (freezing) to surgical excision, depending on the size, location, and persistence of the wart.
Treatment Options
Wart Evaluation
Dr. Berens examines the wart to confirm diagnosis and determine the most effective treatment approach.
Treatment Application
Options include cryotherapy (liquid nitrogen), chemical treatment, prescription medications, or surgical removal. Treatment selected based on wart characteristics.
Follow-Up & Resolution
Some warts resolve after one treatment; others require multiple sessions. Dr. Berens monitors progress and adjusts treatment as needed.
Benefits of Professional Wart Treatment
Faster resolution than over-the-counter treatments
Multiple treatment modalities available
Physician-supervised care
Treatment customized to wart type
Prevents spreading to others or other body areas
Reduces pain (plantar warts)
Improves cosmetic appearance
Lower recurrence with proper treatment
Treatment Methods
Dr. Berens offers several evidence-based wart treatments:
Cryotherapy (Liquid Nitrogen)
Freezing destroys wart tissue. Most common treatment. May require 2-4 sessions spaced 2-3 weeks apart. Causes temporary stinging/blistering.
Cantharidin ("Beetle Juice")
Topical medication applied in office. Creates blister under wart, lifting it off. Painless application. Blister develops over 24-48 hours.
Prescription Topicals
Prescription-strength salicylic acid, imiquimod, or other medications. Used at home between office visits. Best for flat or numerous warts.
Surgical Excision or Electrosurgery
Reserved for large, resistant warts. Performed under local anesthesia. Immediate removal but requires healing time.
Ideal Candidates
Patients with common warts (hands, fingers)
Individuals with painful plantar warts (feet)
Those with facial or visible warts
Patients with warts that haven't responded to OTC treatments
Individuals with numerous warts
Those wanting fast, professional treatment
Frequently Asked Questions
Are warts contagious?
Yes. Warts are caused by HPV and can spread through direct contact or contaminated surfaces. Avoid picking at warts, sharing towels, or walking barefoot in public areas. Treatment reduces contagion risk.
How many treatments will I need?
Most warts require 2-4 cryotherapy sessions spaced 2-3 weeks apart. Some resolve after one treatment; others require multiple modalities. Plantar warts are often most stubborn.
Is wart treatment painful?
Cryotherapy causes brief stinging during application and may ache afterward. Excision requires local anesthesia. Most patients tolerate treatments well with minimal discomfort.
Can warts come back after treatment?
Warts can recur if HPV remains in surrounding tissue. Recurrence rates are lower with professional treatment compared to OTC products. Dr. Berens will treat recurrences if they occur.
What is the difference between a wart and a corn/callus?
Warts have tiny black dots (blood vessels), disrupt skin lines, and are viral. Corns/calluses are thickened skin from pressure. Dr. Berens will correctly diagnose and treat your condition.
Before & After
