Corn & Callus Removal

Understanding Corns and Calluses

Corns and calluses are common foot problems that form when your skin faces repeated pressure or rubbing. Your skin thickens to protect itself. This extra layer helps at first, but too much buildup quickly leads to painful, hardened tissue that requires professional care.

A callus is a patch of hard skin that forms to protect your feet from friction and uneven pressure points. Usually found on the soles or heels, these areas of thickened skin can become painful or lead to deep cracks if left untreated. We specialize in professional removal and use custom orthotics to redistribute your weight, providing a long-term solution rather than just a temporary fix.

A foot corn is a small, thickened area of hard skin that usually develops on the tops or sides of the toes. Unlike calluses, corns have a dense, painful "core" that points inward, often causing a sharp, stinging sensation when wearing shoes. These form due to constant friction or uneven pressure points from ill-fitting footwear or bone misalignments. We provide immediate relief through professional removal and advanced laser therapy.

A Warning on Home Remedies: Over-the-counter acid pads for corn removal often worsen the situation. They can easily burn healthy skin or severely irritate sensitive areas between toes. Always seek professional podiatry care instead of risky home remedies.

Common Risk Factors

The most effective long-term solution for corns and calluses eliminates the source of pressure and friction. Common triggers and factors that increase your risk include:

• Hammertoe: This toe deformity causes ongoing pressure and friction against your shoes.
• Bone Spurs: Small bony outgrowths that create internal rubbing.
• Bunions: A bony bump on the big toe joint that shifts pressure and increases friction.
• Diabetes: If you have diabetes or poor circulation, corns carry a much higher risk of leading to dangerous open ulcers or infections.

Advanced Laser Corn Removal Surgery

If home remedies and over-the-counter products no longer provide relief, it is time to visit an Irvine podiatrist. Corn removal surgery is a quick, in-office procedure designed for stubborn, deep-rooted corns. It typically takes less than 30 minutes under local anesthesia to ensure you feel no pain.

Many practices, including our advanced podiatry office in Irvine, offer laser corn removal as a precise, modern alternative. Laser treatments (such as Er:YAG or diode lasers) successfully ablate the tissue with minimal bleeding, significantly faster healing times, and far less discomfort.

Recovery & Aftercare

Recovery from corns and calluses removal is usually rapid, taking only 2 to 7 days. During this period, you will need to limit high-impact activities, avoid tight-fitting shoes, and reduce heavy weight-bearing on the foot. Dr. Soltani will provide you with detailed wound care instructions to ensure the area heals cleanly and safely.

Frequently Asked Questions