VERRUCA TREATMENT
Class 4 laser treatment for stubborn verrucas
Our main treatment for verrucas is Class 4 laser. It's a precise, in-clinic treatment that targets the wart directly, without harsh chemicals or freezing.
Does this sound like you?
- You've been hiding an embarrassing verruca for months, or even years
- You're worried about how contagious verrucas are, and about spreading it to others
- You've tried pharmacy treatments and harsh chemicals with no success
- You've tried freezing, or acids and caustics at home, and it's only made the verruca sore
- You're wasting time every day fiddling with dressings to cover it
- Outdated treatments have left you with pain or nasty blisters
Class 4 laser offers a better way.
ABOUT THE SERVICE
What is verruca treatment?
Verrucas (plantar warts) are caused by the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) and can become deeply painful when located on weight-bearing areas of the sole.
Over-the-counter paints often fail because the virus sits deep within the skin layer.
Our first-choice treatment is Class 4 laser. It targets the verruca directly with a concentrated beam of light while sparing the healthy skin around it. Where laser isn't suitable, your podiatrist may recommend other options, such as professionally applied caustic treatment. Used correctly in clinic, it can be very effective, unlike home treatments, which often leave the verruca sore.
OUR PREFERRED TREATMENT
Class 4 laser verruca treatment
Class 4 laser is our first-choice treatment for stubborn verrucas. The laser delivers a high-intensity beam of light through the surface of the skin to target the wart directly, destroying the infected tissue while keeping damage to the surrounding healthy skin to a minimum.
Why we recommend it
- Precise — It targets the wart tissue directly, improving the chances of clearance and reducing the risk of it coming back.
- Gentler than surgery — No cutting and no stitches.
- Comfortable — Most patients report minimal discomfort during and after treatment. A local anaesthetic can be used if needed.
- Ideal for stubborn verrucas — A strong option when freeze sprays, acid plasters or other treatments haven't worked.
WHEN IT MAY HELP
When should you seek clinical verruca treatment?
Consider clinical care if your verruca is:
- Painful when standing, stepping, or squeezing
- Spreading or forming cluster 'mosaic' warts
- Unresponsive to pharmacy treatments after several weeks
- Restricting sports, swimming, or everyday walking
Stubborn verrucas require targeted professional intervention.
Your podiatrist will tailor treatment to your lifestyle and pain threshold.
YOUR APPOINTMENT
What happens during treatment?
Each session is quick, precise and done in clinic
Assessment & skin prep
We confirm it's a verruca and gently pare back any hard skin.
Class 4 laser
The laser targets the verruca directly. Most patients feel only warmth.
Aftercare advice
Simple home care and steps to stop it spreading.
WHAT TO EXPECT
What does the treatment feel like?
Most patients feel warmth during treatment and minimal discomfort afterwards. A local anaesthetic can be used if needed. You can return to normal activities straight after.
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What happens after treatment?
Most verrucas need a short course of laser sessions, at intervals your podiatrist will advise.
Number of sessions depends on immune response and lesion depth.
- A short course of laser sessions
- Home hygiene guidance to prevent cross-spreading
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