Warts and verrucas are caused by infection of the surface layer of the skin with human papilloma virus (HPV). The virus is very contagious and can pass from one part of the body to another or be transferred onto someone else. Not all people are equally susceptible to the virus, the reason for this remains unknown.

Most warts and verrucas naturally resolve within one to two years but it is not necessary to wait this long.

Warts can be painted with keratolytics that eventually kill the virus. The treatment may take many months and has a relatively low rate of success.

Cryotherapy is often used if topical treatment fails. The treatment involves liquid nitrogen to kill the infected tissue. Often multiple treatments are required. The treated area usually blisters and the wound can take time to heal.

Vascular lasers such as the Pulsed dye laser or the Nd:YAG lasers are the most successful method. They work by destroying the blood supply to the wart without causing damage to the surrounding skin. The laser energy heats up the wart, sealing its blood supply so the wart can no longer survive.

Because we offer the entire range of treatment options we can truly recommend the procedure that is best suited to you. Whichever treatment we recommend, you can be assured we are not using it because it is all we have to offer, but because it is the best choice for you.

Our expert medical team has in excess of 15 years laser experience and have completed more than 40,000 successful treatments. Rest assured you are in safe hands. All procedures at Cambridge Skin & Laser Clinic are performed by fully qualified doctors and nurses. We do not employ therapists or technicians to operate our laser systems. To ensure the highest ethical standards are maintained at all times, staff at Cambridge Skin and Laser Clinic are never offered bonus incentives to sell treatments.

All consultations are free of charge so why not call our team of experts today?

Please Note: Prices quoted are per session and are an approximate guide only. If you require a more accurate pricing prior to consultation, please contact us directly. Although laser treatment may seem expensive, one must bear in mind the enormous acquisition and maintenance costs of the laser devices.