Plantar Warts

[ramon_jones]

I have been diagnised with plantar warts on my toe, and have been suggested Carbon di oxide Laser ablation of the warts. Has anybody undergone this procedure and Can give details about operative and post-operative costs of this surgery? Thanks in advance!

[footankledoc]

Using a laser is one of many current treatments for recurrent warts. The laser pretty much burns the wart off just like liquid nitrogen. It can be done in the office or done in the operating room if there are multiple warts to treat. Unfortunately, the cost of the procedure needs to be discussed with your surgeon. I would recommend talking to the doctor's office manager or billing person to find out more about your out-of-pocket cost. Most times insurance covers this procedure. Post-procedure, you may have to do change the dressings once a day because of the burn from the laser but do ask questions to your surgeon for more information. Hope this helps!