Over-the-counter wart treatments don’t always work — particularly for stubborn, long-standing, or multiple warts. Canova Medical offers clinician-led wart removal in Wilmslow that gets results, with treatments tailored to the type and location of your wart.
What Is a Wart?
Warts are small, rough growths on the skin caused by the Human Papillomavirus (HPV). They are contagious (spread by direct contact or shared surfaces) and can appear almost anywhere on the body, though some types have preferred locations.
Common types we treat:
- Common warts — rough, raised growths usually on the hands and fingers
- Verrucas (plantar warts) — flat, hard warts on the soles of the feet, often with a black centre
- Plane warts — small, smooth, flat-topped warts on the face, hands, or legs
- Filiform warts — thin, thread-like warts often around the face and neck
Warts can be uncomfortable, embarrassing, and persistent — some lasting months or even years without treatment.
How Wart Removal Works at Canova Medical
Step 1 — Consultation Your clinician will assess the wart(s), confirm the type, and recommend the most effective removal method for your situation.
Step 2 — Treatment Options
- Cryotherapy (freezing) — liquid nitrogen is applied to freeze and destroy the wart. Often the most effective clinical option. May require more than one session.
- Treatments removal / curettage — the wart is scraped or cut away under local anaesthetic. Suitable for larger or resistant warts.
- Chemical treatments — clinician-applied topical treatments for appropriate cases.
Step 3 — Follow-up Some warts require multiple treatments. Your doctor will advise on the expected number of sessions and monitor your response.
Before & After Expectations
Before treatment: For verrucas, soaking the foot and gently filing the surface beforehand can improve treatment response. Your doctor will advise.
After cryotherapy: The area may blister, redden, and feel tender for several days. This is a normal part of the treatment process.
After Treatments removal: A small wound will need to be kept clean and dry. Healing typically takes 1–2 weeks.
Recovery & Aftercare
- Keep the treated area clean and protected
- Do not pick at blisters following cryotherapy — let them heal naturally
- Wear comfortable shoes and padding if treating a verruca
- Avoid walking barefoot in communal areas to prevent re-Disease
- Complete any full course of treatment recommended by your doctor
Pricing
Treatment from £297 (consultation + procedure)
Consultation only: £95
If you proceed with same-day treatment, the consultation is included in the treatment cost.
If you choose consultation only, the £95 fee will be deducted from your treatment cost at your next visit.
We allow sufficient time during your appointment should you wish to have the procedure done immediately after consultation.
Final pricing is confirmed after assessment — no surprises.
Why Choose Canova Medical, Wilmslow?
- Clinical-grade treatments that go beyond pharmacy options
- Multiple treatment modalities — matched to your wart type
- Experienced doctors, not beauty therapists
- Fast, straightforward appointments
- Clear advice on preventing recurrence and reDisease
- Wilmslow clinic — convenient for the whole of Cheshire and South Manchester
Meet Your Wilmslow Doctors
Dr. Konstantinos Gasteratos
GMC Number: 7360815
Dr. Konstantinos Gasteratos is a Specialist in Plastic and Reconstructive Procedure, holding an MSc in Reconstructive MicroProcedure from Queen Mary University.
Mr. Pratap Dutta
GMC Number: 7252978
Mr. Pratap Dutta is a Consultant Plastic and Reconstructive Doctor at Liverpool University NHS Foundation Trust, where he also serves as Skin Cancer Lead.
Dr. Akshat Wahal
GMC Number: 7795908
Dr. Akshat Wahal is a skilled Plastic and Reconstructive Doctor with over a decade of experience.Plastic & Reconstructive Doctor
Dr. Nancy Abdel-Rehman
GMC Number: 7679511
Dr. Nancy Abdel-Rehman is a highly experienced Dermatologist with expertise in diagnosing and treating a broad spectrum of skin conditions.
OUR WILMSLOW CLINIC
Serving Wilmslow & Cheshire
Located at 36A Alderley Rd, Wilmslow SK9 1JX — 5 minutes from Wilmslow Train Station. n. We are easily accessible from Handforth and Manchester via the A34, and from Knutsford via the A538.
Address
36A Alderley Rd, Wilmslow, SK9 1JX
Opening Hours
- Mon – Sat: 10AM to 8PM
- Sunday: Closed
Getting Here
By Train: 10-min walk or 5-min drive from Wilmslow Train Station.
By Car: 12-minute drive from Manchester Airport. Conveniently located for patients traveling from Alderley Edge and across Cheshire.
The team are excellent very knowledgeable, friendly and completely put you at ease. I cannot recommend this place enough.
Thank you to Anna, Charlotte and Jennie.
You do an amazing job,
My legs feel constantly smooth and I never think about shaving them. I’ve gone from shaving everyday to every few weeks and that was only after 4 sessions.
I am recommending all my friends to try it, you won’t regret it.
And a bonus is getting to have a chat with the lovely Charlotte who made the whole process even better!
Highly recommended 👌.
Thank you Canova team.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions — Wilmslow Clinic
Find answers to the most common questions from our patients. Can’t find what you’re looking for? Call us directly.
This varies. Some warts respond to a single cryotherapy session; others require 3–6 treatments. Your doctor will give you a realistic expectation at consultation.
Yes. HPV spreads through direct contact or shared surfaces (such as changing room floors). Avoid sharing towels and keep treated areas covered.
Please contact us to discuss — our team will advise based on age and the nature of the wart.
It’s possible, as HPV can remain in the body. However, successful removal significantly reduces the chance of recurrence at the same site.
It causes a brief, sharp stinging sensation during application, which subsides quickly. Most patients find it very tolerable.