Kare Plastic Surgery · Dermatology · Santa Monica & Los Angeles
Wart Removal Options with a Dermatologist Los Angeles
804 7th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90403 · Serving Los Angeles · (310) 998-5533
Cryotherapy, Vbeam laser, photocoagulation, and surgical wart removal — expert, minimally scarring options from board-certified dermatologist Dr. Tiffany Sierro at Kare Plastic Surgery
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Laser Wart RemovalVbeam laser
Dermatologist Wart Removalsurgery or cryotherapy
Wart Removal Los Angeles
Four Effective Options. One Expert Dermatologist.
Dr. Tiffany Sierro, MD Board-Certified Dermatologist Wart Removal · Cryotherapy · Vbeam Laser · Photocoagulation · Surgical Excision · Kare Plastic Surgery, Santa Monica
Warts are benign skin growths caused by human papillomavirus (HPV) infection of the skin's outer layer. While most warts are not medically dangerous, they can be painful — particularly plantar warts on the bottom of the foot — contagious, cosmetically bothersome, and persistently resistant to over-the-counter treatments. A board-certified dermatologist offers a significantly more effective range of wart removal options than anything available without a prescription, with treatments targeting both the wart tissue and the underlying viral infection.
At Kare Plastic Surgery, Dr. Tiffany Sierro, MD evaluates each patient's wart type, location, size, and prior treatment history before recommending the most appropriate removal approach. Her less-invasive-first philosophy — starting with the most effective, lowest-downtime option and escalating as needed — means most patients achieve clearance without surgery or significant recovery time.
Wart Removal Options at Kare Plastic Surgery
Cryotherapy
Liquid nitrogen at -196°C freezes and destroys HPV-infected tissue. 2–4 sessions spaced 2–4 weeks apart. Highly effective for common, flat, and periungual warts. First-line treatment for most wart types.
laser
Pulsed dye laser targets oxyhemoglobin in the blood vessels feeding the wart — destroying the vascular supply. Ideal for flat warts, facial warts, and warts resistant to cryotherapy. Minimal scarring.
surgery
Curettage and electrodesiccation or sharp excision for large, isolated, or refractory warts. Definitive single-session removal with histopathological confirmation. Minimally scarring closure technique by Dr. Sierro.
Kare Plastic Surgery · Santa Monica · (310) 998-5533
Wart that won't go away? Schedule an evaluation with Dr. Sierro — same-week appointments available.
Wart Types Dr. Sierro Treats
Common Wart Types and Best Removal Options
Common Warts
Rough, flesh-colored growths most often on hands and fingers. First-line: cryotherapy 2–4 sessions. Resistant cases: Vbeam laser or curettage and electrodesiccation for faster single-session clearance.
Plantar Warts
HPV warts on the sole of the foot — often painful with walking. Require aggressive cryotherapy with paring, photocoagulation laser, or surgical curettage. Multiple sessions typically necessary for complete clearance.
Flat Warts
Smooth, slightly raised warts often appearing in multiples on the face, forehead, and legs. Vbeam pulsed dye laser is the preferred option — targets lesions with precision and minimal pigmentary side effects.
Periungual Warts
Warts around or under the fingernails and toenails — resistant to most topical treatments. Treated with cryotherapy, CO2 laser photocoagulation, or surgical excision depending on extent and prior response.
Filiform Warts
Thin, thread-like warts common on the face, eyelids, and neck. Easily treated with cryotherapy, snip excision, or electrodesiccation in a single session. Very low recurrence with proper treatment.
Mosaic / Resistant Warts
Large, coalescing wart clusters or warts previously treated elsewhere without success. Dr. Sierro evaluates the prior treatment history and designs a combination protocol — often cryotherapy plus laser plus topical immunotherapy for comprehensive clearance.
Why see a dermatologist instead of using over-the-counter wart treatments? OTC salicylic acid products can reduce wart size gradually but rarely achieve complete clearance — particularly for plantar warts, periungual warts, or warts present for more than 6 months. Dermatologist-performed cryotherapy, Vbeam laser, and photocoagulation target the HPV-infected tissue directly and produce significantly higher clearance rates in fewer treatment sessions. Dr. Sierro at Kare Plastic Surgery in Santa Monica provides same-week wart removal appointments. Call (310) 998-5533.
"Our office employs state-of-the-art treatments for warts in a professional and scientific manner."
Kare Plastic Surgery, Santa Monica
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best wart removal options with a dermatologist in Los Angeles?
Dr. Sierro offers cryotherapy (liquid nitrogen), Vbeam pulsed dye laser, photocoagulation, and surgical excision at Kare Plastic Surgery in Santa Monica. The best option depends on the wart type, location, and prior treatment history. Call (310) 998-5533 for a same-week evaluation.
How does cryotherapy wart removal work?
Liquid nitrogen is applied to the wart at -196°C, freezing and destroying the HPV-infected cells. The freeze-thaw cycle also stimulates an immune response that helps clear the virus. Most warts require 2–4 sessions spaced 2–4 weeks apart. Call (310) 998-5533.
Can laser treatment remove warts?
Yes. Vbeam pulsed dye laser destroys the blood supply feeding the wart — particularly effective for flat warts, facial warts, and cryotherapy-resistant warts. CO2 or Nd:YAG photocoagulation is used for plantar and periungual warts. Dr. Sierro offers both laser options at Kare Plastic Surgery. Call (310) 998-5533.
How many treatments are needed to remove a wart?
Common and flat warts typically clear in 2–4 sessions. Plantar and periungual warts may require 4–6 sessions or a combination approach. Dr. Sierro designs an individualized treatment protocol at the initial evaluation. Call (310) 998-5533.
Schedule Your Wart Removal Evaluation
Kare Plastic Surgery · Santa Monica · 804 7th Street
Expert Wart Removal with Dr. Sierro
Dr. Tiffany Sierro, board-certified dermatologist at Kare Plastic Surgery, provides comprehensive wart removal throughout the Los Angeles area — cryotherapy, Vbeam laser, photocoagulation, and surgical excision with minimal scarring. Same-week appointments available.