Flat warts - is laser best to remove with no scar? (Photo)

February 17, 2018
Asked By:TexasMissKate in Houston, TX

PI noticed that underneath my right eye, pretty much sitting on the skin above the periorbital bone, I think I have a flat wart. I have been using some homeopathic remedies and it has reduced the size about 35%. But I'd really like to go to an oculofacial plastic surgeon or dermatology specialist to get this removed. And naturally, since it's in such a visible area, I don't want the treatment to leave a scar. What is the best method to remove this cleanly? Is laser best? Or shaving it off? Help!

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June 18, 2018

Answer: Flat Warts -- Co2 Laser, Dessiccation/Cautery, Aldara/5FU

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Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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June 18, 2018

Answer: Flat Warts -- Co2 Laser, Dessiccation/Cautery, Aldara/5FU

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Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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January 9, 2024

Answer: Resurfx laser can help reduce appearance of the scar by evening out texture and tone

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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January 9, 2024

Answer: Resurfx laser can help reduce appearance of the scar by evening out texture and tone

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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