Warts and verrucas that have not responded to freezing kits or acid treatments usually respond to laser. We target the blood supply feeding the wart, which clears it in a small number of short appointments.
- Works where chemist treatments have not
- Regenlite laser, targeting the blood supply
- Short fifteen minute appointments
- Usually two to five sessions
- Suitable for children from age seven
- From £80 per session
How laser treatment works
Warts and verrucas are caused by the human papilloma virus, and they survive on the blood supply feeding them. The Regenlite laser closes the vessels feeding the wart without affecting surrounding skin, cutting off the nutrients it needs. It also breaks down the viral DNA and disperses it, allowing your immune system to recognise and clear the virus. Over the following days the lesion darkens and falls away.
What to expect
Appointments are quick, with most taking around fifteen minutes unless several lesions are being treated. It is uncomfortable but brief, and we can use ice to numb the area beforehand. Two to five sessions is typical, and older or particularly stubborn lesions may need more. Afterwards the area may look purple or black for a few days with some crusting, which is the lesion breaking down and clearing.
Preventing them spreading
The virus spreads through direct contact and damp surfaces, which is why swimming pools and changing rooms are common sources. Covering a verruca in communal areas, keeping feet dry and not sharing towels all reduce the chance of passing it on while it is being treated. We do not treat genital warts, which are best dealt with through sexual health services.
Cost
Wart and verruca treatment starts from £80 per session. Consultations with Dr Patel are £25, paid when you book. NHS staff receive 20% off a first treatment and 10% off treatments thereafter.
Treatments carried out
Years established in Bolton
Years combined experience
Frequently asked questions
It is uncomfortable but brief. We can use ice to numb the area beforehand and the treatment itself is over quickly.
Two to five is typical. Older or particularly stubborn lesions may need more.
Around fifteen minutes unless several lesions are being treated.
The area may look purple or black for a few days with some crusting, which is the lesion breaking down.
Yes, from around age seven. Anyone aged 18 or under has their consultation with Dr Patel, and treatment afterwards can be booked with one of our nurses.