Results from wart removal in Fort Lauderdale vary from patient-to-patient depending on the type of warts and the treatment we use. Medications can take several months, whereas surgical results are more immediate. Although with surgery, you can expect some downtime.
Wart Removal in Fort Lauderdale
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Warts are typically harmless, but they can be bothersome.
Over time, warts resolve themselves, but it can take up to 2 years for this to happen. In the meantime, they can spread through contact, and you don’t want to risk that.
At Galt, we offer wart removal in Fort Lauderdale to help you find relief from this skin condition and prevent further outbreaks. Our team of experts utilizes advanced techniques to ensure a swift and effective treatment process, leaving you with clear, healthy skin.
What are warts?
Warts are small growths that can develop on your skin and inside your mouth. Through direct or indirect contact, specific strains of the human papillomavirus (HPV) can cause them. The good news is that they do not pose a serious risk to your health. However, in some cases, they can cause pain or increase your risk of infection.
Galt offers a variety of options for wart removal in Fort Lauderdale to help you achieve clear, healthy skin.
What To Expect
Consultation
During this initial appointment, patients meet with Dr. Miguel Villacorta to discuss their concerns. He examines the wart, identifies the type, and develops a personalized treatment plan for wart removal in Fort Lauderdale.
Treatment
Depending on the type of wart, Dr. Miguel may recommend topical treatments, freezing methods, surgical removal, or immunotherapy. Most of these options are minimally to non-invasive.
Ongoing Care
Wart removal in Fort Lauderdale is effective, but that doesn’t mean warts can’t reappear in the same place or another part of the body. We can monitor treatment and provide tips for lowering the risk of catching this virus again.
Wart Removal options
At Galt, we have the following options for wart removal in Fort Lauderdale:
- Topical Treatments – A liquid mixture that contains cantharidin (also known as beetle juice) to form a blister under the wart and cut off its blood supply.
- Medications – Liquids, gels, and patches containing salicylic acid. These require daily application until the warts are gone completely.
- Medical Freezing – Also known as cryotherapy; this involves applying liquid nitrogen to the wart and freezing it until it peels off.
- Curettage – We use a sharp surgical knife to precisely cut the wart out.
- Electrosurgery – Using a specialized heating needle, we can burn the wart tissue away.
- Laser treatment – We apply laser and light energy to target and destroy blood vessels inside the warts to kill them.
Start Planning Your Treatment
Streamline the process of wart removal with our treatment planning tool. Once we receive your submission, a member of our team will reach out with appointment times and potential treatment options.
About Galt Dermatology & Concierge Medicine
We have a unique approach to healthcare, one that focuses on providing each patient with ample time and personalized solutions. With our doctor’s combination of exceptional care and transparency, we offer you a simple, more enjoyable dermatology experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Some options for wart removal cause scarring, but not all of them do. Non-invasive treatments, like laser therapy, topical medications, or medical freezing, do not leave behind scars.
For more invasive techniques, like surgical excision, you can expect scarring. At Galt, we can help reduce scarring through the following treatments:
- Microneedling – Using a handheld device equipped with dozens of tiny needles, we create microinjuries in the skin. This stimulates the body’s natural healing process and boosts skin cell regeneration. We offer SkinPen microneedling or Morpheus8 for the face and body.
- Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) – IPL emits wavelengths of light deep into the skin. Then, the damaged tissue absorbs this light therapy, causing it to dissolve into tiny particles that the body flushes out. This device only targets damaged skin cells, leaving healthy ones untouched.
Our dermatologist can determine the type of warts you have and the strain of HPV that caused them based on where they are located on your body and how they appear.
- Common Warts – Most often appearing on your hands, these warts feel like rough bumps and resemble black seeds. Common warts are caused by HPV types 2 and 4.
- Plantar Warts – Most often forming on the soles of your feet, these flat and inward-facing black dots can grow and become large and painful, especially when you walk or stand. Plantar warts are caused by HPV types 1, 2, 4, 27, and 57.
- Mosaic Warts – These white warts appear on the balls of your feet or under your toes and can spread and cover large areas of your foot. Mosaic warts are caused by HPV type 2.
- Filiform Warts – Appearing on your face, these long, thread-like warts are caused by HPV types 1, 2, 4, 27, and 29.
- Genital Warts – Appearing around your genitals or rectum, these small, hard nodules spread through skin-to-skin contact. Genital warts are caused by HPV types 6 and 11.
- Butcher’s Warts – Most often appearing on your hands, these warts are spread from frequent exposure to cold, moist environments or raw meat. Butcher’s warts are caused by HPV type 7.
- Focal Epithelial Hyperplasia – Also referred to as Heck’s disease. These soft, white warts appear inside the mouth and are caused by HPV types 12 and 32.
During wart removal in Fort Lauderdale, Dr. Villacorta asks about your lifestyle and identifies the cause of your warts. From there, he offers personalized advice on how to protect yourself against HPV and warts.
A few of our suggestions include:
- Get the HPV vaccine.
- Don’t share personal items like towels, nail clippers, and razors.
- Don’t bite or pick at your nails and cuticles.
- Wear shoes when walking outside or in public areas, like pools, showers, or locker rooms.
- Keep your skin moisturized to prevent it from drying and cracking, as HPV can easily enter through broken skin.
- Wear condoms during intercourse.
At Galt Dermatology & Concierge Medicine, we removed the complexities of insurance to offer our patients a more streamlined approach to healthcare. With direct care dermatology, we offer upfront costs and the promise of no surprise bills.
Included in the price of treatment, patients receive:
- Expert advice from a board-certified dermatologist
- Transparent pricing
- Relaxed, extended visits
- Same-week appointments
To learn more about our direct care dermatology and our prices, you can visit our dermatology pricing page.
Yes, we offer services to children as well. It’s especially important to bring your child in for wart removal in Fort Lauderdale because warts are common among school-aged children.
What Makes Galt Dermatology & Concierge Medicine Different
We believe that all patients deserve their doctor's full attention—no exceptions. In an effort to connect with our patients on a deeper level, we opened our practice where we can approach healthcare the right way.
When a patient takes the time out of their day to visit a dermatologist, we want to respect and honor that. We make sure to never overbook and keep our patient panel small, that way you can experience a relaxed visit.
We are committed to your long-term health. At Galt, we build relationships with our patients and welcome them back for any concern—nothing is too big or too small. From routine skin checks to wart or mole removal, we are here to help you maintain clear, healthy skin.
We take the guesswork out of healthcare. When you come to Galt, we set clear expectations for everything—from pricing and lab results to mole and wart removal in Fort Lauderdale. We want you to feel knowledgable about our care and your condition in order to empower you to make the best decisions regarding your skin and overall health.
Why Concierge Medicine?
| CARE BENEFITS | Galt Dermatology & Concierge Medicine |
Traditional Medicine |
| Type of Care | Proactive care; focuses on preventing health issues before they arise. | Reactive care; typically addresses problems as they occur. |
| Patient Volume | Limited patients for personalized care | Manages 2500 to 4000 patients, less personalized |
| Appointment Access | Same-day/next-day appointments; unlimited access | Takes weeks to schedule; limited by office hours |
| 24/7 Availability | Direct 24/7 access to care via phone, text, and telehealth | Access mostly during business hours |
| Appointment Length | Longer, detailed sessions focused on comprehensive care | Short, often rushed visits focused on immediate issues |
| Insurance Handling | No insurance hassles; services covered by membership fee | Involves insurance claims and coverage |
| Preventive Care | Emphasizes early intervention and wellness | Limited scope for personalized preventive care |
| Personalization | Tailored health management based on in-depth patient knowledge | Less personalized due to patient volume and time limits |
| Health Monitoring | Continuous monitoring with advanced technology | Reactive, with limited monitoring |
| Health Outcomes | Better outcomes due to proactive care | Varies, dependent on patient proactivity |
| Mental Health Support | Integrated mental health support | Often requires external referrals |
| Healthcare Navigation | Assists with healthcare decisions and coordination | Patients manage their own specialist referrals |
| Cost Transparency | Clear cost structures, no unexpected bills | Unpredictable costs due to insurance |
