Cadogan Clinic is a leading specialist cosmetic surgery clinic based in the heart of London. We’re home to the leading specialists in breast augmentation, liposuction, and a comprehensive range of face, breast and body treatments.
View all Cosmetic SurgeryCadogan Clinic is a leading specialist cosmetic surgery clinic based in the heart of London. We’re home to the leading specialists in breast augmentation, liposuction, and a comprehensive range of face, breast and body treatments.
Cadogan Clinic offers a full range of cosmetic breast surgery to help make the changes you want to your breasts under the guidance of the best surgeons in the UK.
Breast enlargement and augmentation aims to cosmetically enhance the size and shape of your breasts.
Breast implants should be replaced every 10-15 years, or sooner if you start to notice changes.
A breast lift helps to lift sagging or low-hanging breasts for a more youthful appearance.
Breast reconstruction helps those after a mastectomy safely regain natural-looking breasts.
Breast reduction removes tissue to improve the size, weight, and appearance of large breasts.
Natural breast enlargement uses your own body's fat tissues to add volume to your breasts.
Nipple reduction address the size, shape, and overall appearance of enlarged nipples.
Cadogan Clinic offers a range of cosmetic surgery to help make the changes you want to your body under the guidance of the very best surgeons in the UK.
An arm reduction, or arm lift, lifts and removes sagging skin or 'bingo wings' under the arm.
A buttock lift helps to lift, tighten, and reduce loose skin on the buttocks and upper thighs.
A Brazilian butt lift contours and enhances the shape of your buttocks for an hourglass silhouette.
Liposuction is a surgical procedure to remove unwanted pockets of fat on the body and face.
Laser liposuction surgically removes fat for instant results and tightens the skin post-procedure.
The Mummy Makeover uses bespoke cosmetic surgeries for tummy, breasts, and thighs after childbirth.
A thigh lift is a surgical procedure to lift and tighten loose, sagging skin on the upper legs.
An abdominoplasty, or tummy tuck, tightens excessive or loose skin on your tummy and torso.
An umbilicoplasty aims to surgically improve the cosmetic appearance of your belly button.
Cosmetic and corrective hand surgery treats concerns such as trigger finger.
Cosmetic foot surgery can aim to improve both health and cosmetic concerns with your feet.
Cellulaze is a procedure that uses laser treatments to treat the appearance of cellulite.
Hernia surgery is a corrective surgery to remove the uncomfortable protrusion of a hernia lump.
A mons lift is a surgery that lifts the skin on a woman's pelvic region (the mons pubis).
Scar revision and reduction can surgically or non-surgically improve the appearance of a scar.
Fat transfer, also referred to as fat grafting and lipofilling, has become widely accepted as the optimal means of soft-tissue filling in all areas of the body, including the face, breasts, hands and buttocks
Fat transfer uses natural fat deposits from your body to add volume to other areas.
Fat transfer for breasts allows for natural breast enlargement by using your own fat stores.
Fat transfer for the face uses natural fat reserves to enhance your cheeks and facial features.
Cadogan Clinic offers a wide range of facial cosmetic surgery procedures to help you make the changes you want, under the guidance of the very best surgeons.
An eyebrow lift surgically lifts a drooping eyebrow to reduce a 'tired eyes' appearance.
Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery)
Eyelid reduction, or blepharoplasty, removes loose skin and fat pockets around the eyes.
Chin liposuction surgically removes stubborn reserves of excess fat on the chin and jawline.
Chin Augmentation (Chin Implants)
Chin augmentation uses implants to add structure and definition to the lower face.
Earlobe repair and reduction reshapes scarred, stretched, or enlarged earlobes.
A facelift surgically lifts loose, sagging, and ageing skin for a more youthful appearance.
A lip lift surgically creates loft and structure for your lips, creating a feminine lip border.
A mini facelift targets the lower face, jawline, and neck for slightly less invasive rejuvenation.
A neck lift targets loose and sagging skin on the neck and jawline for a youthful appearance.
A nose tip lift aims to improve your profile by lifting the tip of a downturned nose.
Ear reshaping surgery can include ear pinning, scar reduction, earlobe correction, and more.
Gender dysphoria is a term used to describe how an individual feels a strong sense of disassociation between their gender identity and biological sex.
FTM top surgery is a liberating and gender-affirming surgery for trans men.
MTF top surgery is a gender-affirming breast enlargement surgery for trans women.
Cadogan Clinic provides a wide range of cosmetic gynaecological surgery procedures performed by a multi-disciplinary team of the best surgeons in the UK.
Labiaplasty reduces the size and shape of the labia to aid confidence in the cosmetic appearance.
Vaginal reconstruction and rejuvenation are bespoke and intimate surgeries for women.
Vaginal Tightening (Vaginoplasty)
Vaginoplasty is a reconstructive surgery to strengthen the pelvic floor and vaginal muscles.
For many people, losing weight can be achieved by eating healthily and taking regular exercise. However, sometimes weight loss surgery, also known as bariatric surgery, may be necessary.
Gastric band surgery uses a sillicone band to compress the stomach, making you feel fuller quicker.
Gastric bypass surgery is a major surgery to aid in weight loss where exercise and diet have failed.
A gastric balloon of saline is placed in the stomach, filling a space otherwise taken by food.
Gastric sleeve surgery reduces the size of the stomach significantly so it stores less food.
Cadogan Clinic provides both female and male cosmetic surgery. Almost all of our procedures are suitable for men as well as women.
Tummy tuck for men, or abdominoplasty, targets loose and sagging skin on the lower abdomen.
Men's facelift surgery helps to surgically reduce the signs of ageing on a man's face and jaw.
Hair transplant surgery uses your own follicles to treat the appearance of hair loss and thinning.
Liposuction for men targets stubborn fat pockets on the male body resistant to lifestyle changes.
Remove excess fat and male breast tissue to improve the cosmetic appearance of your chest.
Rhinoplasty for men aids the cosmetic appearance of a man's nose, septum, and/or bridge.
The Cadogan Clinic Surgical Aftercare and Scar Management Programmes have been developed to optimise patient well-being, recovery and scar management.
Cadogan Clinic is a leading non surgical cosmetic clinic based in the heart of London. We’re home to some of the leading injectable, filler and laser specialists, and are experts in the anti-ageing and skin rejuvenation process.
View all Non-SurgicalCadogan Clinic is a leading non surgical cosmetic clinic based in the heart of London. We’re home to some of the leading injectable, filler and laser specialists, and are experts in the anti-ageing and skin rejuvenation process.
There are many factors which contribute to ageing skin and when deciding on a treatment solution, these are important to consider.
Anti-ageing injectables relax the muscles in the face to lessen the appearance of wrinkles.
Dermal fillers add volume, definition, and structure to the lips, cheeks, jaw, and more.
Lip filler is a non-surgical injectable treatment to plump, shape, and define the lips.
The non-surgical facelift, or liquid facelift, using dermal filler in the face to define and lift.
Non-surgical rhinoplasty uses dermal filler to non-surgically augment the shape of the nose.
Sculptra is an injectable treatment that stimulates collagen growth for naturally refreshed skin.
Tear trough filler uses dermal filler to reawaken tired or sunken looking under-eyes.
At the Cadogan Clinic, we offer a comprehensive range of non-surgical cosmetic treatments, to refresh and rejuvenate your appearance.
Microneedling lightly promotes the growth of fresh skin cells and collagen for a youthful glow.
Non-Surgical Eyelid Reduction (Plexr)
Non-surgical eyelid reduction uses targeted lasers to safely reduce and remove eyelid fat.
Cadogan Clinic is a leading dermatology clinic based in the heart of London. We’re home to some of the leading acne, eczema and rosacea specialists, and are experts in the mole and skin cancer diagnosis and removal process.
View all DermatologyCadogan Clinic is a leading dermatology clinic based in the heart of London. We’re home to some of the leading acne, eczema and rosacea specialists, and are experts in the mole and skin cancer diagnosis and removal process.
Skin is incredibly important to your health and your appearance. The Cadogan Clinic has one of the largest and experienced teams of consultant dermatologists.
Treat active acne and problematic skin to smooth blemishes, enlarged pores, and congestion.
Treat and soothe painful bacterial skin infections to regain comfort in your skin.
Combat dermatitis, skin irritation, and inflammation with clinical treatments.
Eczema is a chronic skin disorder which can be soothed with a dermatological treatment plan.
Diagnose the cause of excess hair growth with your dermatologist and begin your treatment plan.
Identify the cause of hair loss before opting for a hair transplant or other options suited to you.
Hyperhidrosis (Excessive Sweating)
Treat the symptoms of hyperhidrosis, or excessive sweating, to feel liberated and comfortable.
Remove hard, harmless, yet unwanted white bumps in your skin with milia removal.
Find diagnoses and treatments for your children with our paediatric dermatologists.
Treat hyperpigmentation and sun damaged skin for clearer, more youthful, and even-toned skin.
Identify what stimulates your psoriasis and soothe it with a patient-centred treatment plan.
Manage painful rosacea flare-ups with effective dermatological treatments and lifestyle changes.
Identify skin allergens with a dermatological patch test and learn how to manage them.
Your skin health MOT provides an annual full-body health assessment to keep you safe and healthy.
Remove unsightly and uncomfortable verrucae on your feet with targeted treatments.
We are all becoming increasingly aware of the risks posed by sun damage to the skin, as well as the need to protect our skin in day-to-day life.
Safely and non-surgically remove unwanted skin lesions such as warts with cryotherapy.
Remove painful and unsightly cysts on your face and body with either cryotherapy or excision.
Identify and remove unwanted lipomas and fatty tumours with minor localised excisions.
Remove non-melanoma skin cancer and moles with precision Mohs surgery.
Professional mole mapping identifies all pigmented moles on your body for your peace of mind.
Remove moles and pigmented lesions for your skin's safety with targeted mole removal.
Learn the early signs of skin cancer and receive treatment with specialists at our mole clinic.
Skin Lumps (Warts, Moles, Skin Tags)
Safely remove minor skin lumps, moles, skin tags, and lumps with localised treatments.
Cadogan Clinic is a leading day case centre of excellence based in the heart of London. Alongside our international team of plastic surgeons and dermatologists, we’re home to some of the leading gynaecologists, ophthalmologists, podiatrists and urologists in the country.
View all DepartmentsCadogan Clinic is a leading day case centre of excellence based in the heart of London. Alongside our international team of plastic surgeons and dermatologists, we’re home to some of the leading gynaecologists, ophthalmologists, podiatrists and urologists in the country.
We are experts in a wide range of Andrology treatments, in both elective and medical conditions.
Frenuloplasty surgery is a simple surgical procedure to release an overly-tight foreskin.
Premature ejaculation is a common sexual problem in men where sexual climax occurs ‘too early’.
Cadogan Clinic provides a wide range of cosmetic gynaecological surgery procedures performed by a multi-disciplinary team of the best surgeons in the UK.
Place or remove your contraceptive coil (IUD), one of the most effective methods of contraception.
Prioritise your cervical health with a colposcopy after a smear test or to identify symptoms.
A hysterectomy removes the uterus to aid severe conditions of the female reproductive system.
A hysteroscopy examines the uterus to identify conditions such as polyps and fibroids.
A myomectomy allows your doctor to remove painful fibroids without removing the uterus.
An ovarian cystectomy removes ovarian cysts under general anaesthetic through a small incision.
Perineum and Pelvic Floor Repair
Perineum and pelvic floor repair aids continence, muscle laxity, and appearance after childbirth.
Polyp removal is a minor day-case operation that removes and tests polyp growths on the cervix.
Vaginal prolapse surgery restores and strengthens the vaginal walls to help prevent recurrence.
A vulvectomy removes tissue on the vulva to combat complex conditions such as vulval cancer.
Laparoscopy, or keyhole surgery, allows us to diagnose conditions of the female reproductive organs.
We are experts in a wide range of hand problems, in both elective and traumatic conditions.
Treat carpal tunnel syndrome and relieve tension on the affected nerves in your hand.
Dupuytren's Contracture Surgery
Straighten fingers that are bent by Dupuytren's Contracture with different treatment options.
Soothe painful, sore, and stiff joints with hydrocortisone injections for more comfortable movement.
Remove ganglion cysts on your hands and wrists with a minor, localised surgery.
Straighten a stuck or trapped finger to 'release' the tension with trigger finger surgery.
Cosmetic foot surgery can help by firstly eliminating the sources of chronic pain or deformity and secondly, reshaping the feet for aesthetic appeal, often resulting in smaller, slimmer feet with a reduced shoe size.
Correct painful and unsightly bunions on your feet with surgery at Cadogan Clinic.
Achieve slender, feminine feet and improve their aesthetic appearance with Cinderella foot surgery.
If you're persistently developing corns on your feet, it's time to consider corn removal surgery.
Smooth and correct foot lumps, bumps, and corns with foot surgery and put your best foot forwards.
Toe Shortening & Straightening
Toe shortening and straightening helps to improve the cosmetic appearance of your toes.
Vascular surgery is a surgical subspecialty in which diseases of the vascular system, or arteries, veins and lymphatic circulation, are managed by medical therapy, minimally-invasive catheter procedures, and surgical reconstruction.
Deep vein thrombosis can be treated to remove a blood clot and reduce pain and swelling in the area.
Reduce visible thread veins with medical treatments such as sclerotherapy and laser treatment.
Smooth 'lumpy' and unsightly varicose veins that can also be painful with safe medical treatments.
We offer a range of Women’s Health and Wellness services, from fertility, family planning and pregnancy care to a comprehensive range of gynaecology health services
A cervical smear test is a simple yet essential test to check the health of your cervix and uterus.
Explore your contraception options if you feel that you are not using the right method for you.
Treat the more severe and painful symptoms of endometriosis to regain your quality of life.
Diagnose and learn how to manage heavy menstrual bleeding to take better control of your cycle.
Identify and manage HPV, STDs, and other intimate viruses to maintain your sexual health.
Find answers to treat irregular menstrual bleeding, including medicinal and lifestyle changes.
Low Libido / Sexual Difficulties
Reclaim your libido by indentifying the psychological or medical reasons behind it's loss.
Learn how to manage the symptoms of the menopause in all of their severity and variations.
Identify why you are experiencing painful or uncomfortable intercourse and take steps to treat this.
Consistently painful periods can cause distress, but there are ways to treat and control them.
Diagnose and treat pelvic pain regardless of whether it is a dull ache or a constant chronic pain.
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects 1 in 10 women, but for some it is particularly painful.
Identify and treat premature ovarian failure (POF) to maintain a more comfortable hormonal balance.
Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) is natural for most women, but sometimes it can be severe.
Recurrent miscarriages are incredibly distressing, but they can be a symptom of underlying concerns.
Vaginal atrophy and dryness is common during the menopause, but no less uncomfortable or upsetting.
Diagnose intimate and sensitive genital skin conditions and complaints to soothe your skin.
Dermatology
Verrucas are extremely common, with many adults and children experiencing these small, rough growths on their feet at some point in their lives.
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Verrucas are extremely common, with many adults and children experiencing these small, rough growths on their feet at some point in their lives.
Verrucas are a type of wart, known as plantar warts, and are only ever found on the sole of the foot. They are characterised by a white round bit of hard skin with one or more black dots in the middle. These black dots are caused by tiny blood vessells. A typical verruca measures approximately 1 to 10mm in diameter and grow deep into the skin. Usually, this growth occurs slowly with the verruca starting small and becoming larger over time.
There are two different types of verrucas. A solitary wart is a single plantar wart. It often increases in size and may eventually multiply, forming additional satellite plantar warts.
Mosaic warts are a cluster of several small verrucas that are growing closely together in one area, creating a mosaic pattern. Mosaic verrucas are more difficult to treat than solitary ones. A person can develop more than one verruca at a time.
Sometimes verrucas can be quite painful, depending on where on the foot they develop.
Verrucas are caused by the human papilloma virus (HPV) with broken or wet skin more susceptible to infection. With the feet more prone to minor injury during childhood activities, this means that verrucas are a common complaint among young people, although they can develop at any age.
Half of verrucas in children disappear on their own within a year and two-thirds resolve within two years. However it can take many years to resolve in adults. As a result, many people decide to seek treatment for their verrucas.
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"The treatment was for my daughter and the aesthetic practitioner couldn't have been more helpful and informative all through the course of treatment, it was a great treatment with a brilliant outcome. The whole experience was very professional and any worries we went in with were soon taken away after the team greeted us and treated us."Jessica Yates
There are a number of benefits to verruca removal treatment at the Cadogan Clinic.
Our quick, effective treatment will leave you with blemish-free, painless skin, with minimal or no scarring. Following successful treatment, a patient will no longer have to worry about shoes and socks rubbing and aggravating the affected area.
Verruca removal helps to improve self-esteem and restore self-confidence, allowing you to bare your feet at the swimming pool, beach or gym without fear of judgement.
Book a consultation with one of our expert dermatologists at our Chelsea clinic and let us help to restore your self-confidence and help you to reach your body goals.
Verruca treatment is safe, effective and suitable for adults and children. If a patient is particularly prone to scarring, or at risk of hyperpigmentation or hypopigmentation, the Cadogan Clinic’s team of plastic surgeons works closely with our expert dermatologists.
Some treatments may not be suitable for pregnant women who are experiencing verrucas. However cryotherapy is considered to be safe for pregnant women. Our specialist dermatologists here at the Cadogan Clinic can advise on the most appropriate verruca removal treatment option for you and talk through any concerns you may have.
Dermatologist-led: Our verruca removal service is dermatologist-led, meaning that every verruca removal patient is seen and treated by a trained dermatologist.
Plastic surgeon-supported: We have a team of fifteen plastic surgeons who provide support to our dermatology team for more complex removal cases or reconstructions, or in cases where the patient is particularly sensitive to scarring.
Rapid, same-day removal: We able to offer rapid, same-day removal of verrucas due to our three fully staffed on-site theatres here at our Chelsea-based clinic.
Salicylic acid is the active ingredient in over-the-counter verruca removal treatments. This works by breaking down and softening the hard skin growth. This makes it easier to eventually remove the verruca with a pumice stone or emery board. However this method is time-consuming and does not always work.
Cryotherapy is by far the most effective way of dealing with a verruca. Liquid nitrogen is applied directly to the verruca, freezing it and killing it. The growth later falls off of the foot. A verruca can also be removed from the foot using a surgical scalpel. This procedure is carried out under a local anesthetic in a clinical setting.
If you choose to undergo verruca removal treatment here at the Cadogan Clinic, the process is very straightforward. First, you visit our state-of-the-art clinic on Sloane Street, Chelsea, for your in-person consultation with one of our expert dermatologists before starting your treatment plan.
A return visit to the clinic will allow our dermatologist to monitor the progress of your treatment. However this repeat visit is not always necessary.
It is important that patients follow all aftercare instructions issued by their dermatologist, post-removal.
We have invited a selection of the country's very best consultants to join us at the Cadogan Clinic so that you can be sure that whatever the nature of your treatment, you will be seeing one of the top practitioners in the country.
Dr. Andreea Anton
Dr. Meena Arunachalam
Dr Aveen Connolly
Dr. Mia Jing Gao
Dr. Wisam Alwan
Dr Maham Khan
Dr. Hayley Leeman
Dr. Sophie Momen
Dr Kristina Semkova
Dr Thomas Tull
There are a number of reasons why the Cadogan Clinic is the go-to place for verruca removal.
Cadogan Clinic. A strong tradition of innovation
Founded in 2004 by world renown dermatologist Dr Susan Mayou, we now work with over 100 leading consultants and successfully treat over 20,000 patients each year. We have been winning industry awards since inception.
Get in touchWhat causes a verruca?
Verrucas are caused by the human papilloma virus (HPV) and can be easily spread via contact with a contaminated surface or skin-to-skin contact. Verrucas are more likely to spread if the skin is damaged or wet, meaning swimming pools and communal showers and changing areas provide the perfect conditions to spread the virus.
People who have a weakened immune system, either through a medical condition or from taking immunosuppressant drugs, are more likely to develop verrucas.
How do I remove my verruca?
There are plenty of verruca removal treatments available which can be done at home. These include creams, gels, paints and medicated plasters. Some of these products are more effective than others and often the treatment process can be slow. The cost of buying these over-the-counter remedies can also add up and some people find they end up spending a lot of money without achieving the desired result. Never try and remove a verruca by picking it off as this can cause the infection to spread, meaning new verrucas could form. Picking or scratching a verruca can also cause the foot to bleed.
The Cadogan Clinic offers verruca removal treatment which is fast and highly effective. Our
expert dermatologists at the Cadogan Clinic can assess your condition and recommend the best type of treatment to suit your requirements at our state-of-the-art, purpose-built, central London facility in Chelsea.
How to remove a verruca root?
Contrary to popular belief, verrucas do not have roots. The black bits which can be seen in the centre of a verruca are in fact blood vessels. Picking or scratching a verruca can cause it to bleed. Trying to ‘dig out’ a verruca yourself may leave bits of it behind and risk spreading the infection to other parts of the foot.
Cryotherapy treatment kills the verruca by freezing it. The plantar wart then drops off on its own, leaving no trace. Excision, when carried out by a professional dermatologist in a clinical setting, sees the whole verruca removed cleanly and efficiently.
Topical treatments are available to purchase over-the-counter. However these treatments produce mixed results. To save time and increase the chances of a successful outcome, we recommend cryotherapy or excision at the Cadogan Clinic instead.
What is the best verruca removal treatment?
Cryotherapy, a treatment which kills off verrucas by freezing them, is considered one of the safest and most effective verruca removal treatment. Excision, or surgical removal, is another highly effective way of relieving the foot of a troublesome verruca.
Recovery time should be instant and a person will be able to immediately resume daily activities in most cases. Patients may be asked to wear a dressing for a few days and the treatment site may be a little tender.
Complications are rare with both cryotherapy and excision verruca removal.
Some NHS trusts fund verruca removal, but many don’t. In order to be treated quickly, and to relieve some of the burden on our over-stretched National Health Service, private treatment at the Cadogan Clinic is recommended.
What are the various verruca treatments available?
There are many over-the-counter verruca treatments currently on the market, in the form of creams, gels, paints and medicated plasters. Salicylic acid is the active ingredient in most of these treatments. However there is limited evidence available to show which type of salicylic acid treatment (cream, gel, paint or plasters) is most effective. The treatment process can be slow and salicylic acid can sometimes cause damage or irritation to healthy skin.
Cryotherapy is a far more effective treatment. In cryotherapy, liquid nitrogen is applied to the verruca for a few seconds to freeze and destroy the affected skin cells. After treatment, a sore blister will form, followed by a scab, which will fall off between seven and ten days later.
A session of cryotherapy is quick, usually taking just five to 15 minutes to complete. However some people can find it painful, although it is usually well-tolerated, and very occasionally more than one session may be required.
There are two different cryotherapy methods. Liquid nitrogen may be sprayed directly onto the verruca, or it may be applied to the affected site using a stick with cotton wool on the tip. Potential side effects include pain, blistering and the skin may become darker (hyperpigmentation) or lighter (hypopigmentation). This risk is higher for patients with black skin.
Cryotherapy is considered a safe verruca removal treatment for pregnant women.
Excision removal is also an option. This sees the verruca carefully removed from the body with a surgical scalpel following the administration of a local anesthetic. This process is quick, painless and no further treatment is needed.
Some people use a method involving duct tape to rid themselves of verrucas. However this is a lengthy process and there is conflicting research as to the effectiveness of this home remedy. One study suggested that treating a verruca or wart with duct tape is no better than a placebo treatment. The Cadogan Clinic does not recommend this method of verruca removal when there are quicker, more effective, treatments available.
There is no evidence that alternative home remedies involving fruit, vegetables or vinegar help to rid the body of a verruca. Indeed, some home remedies may cause more harm than good. Some people have even been known to turn to hypnotherapy in a bid to rid themselves of verrucas and warts. This approach has no scientific basis whatsoever and merely serves to delay seeking appropriate medical treatment.
What does a verruca look like on the foot?
Verrucas usually develop on the soles of the feet. The affected area of skin will be white, often with a black dot (blood vessel) in the centre, underneath the hard skin. A verruca is flat rather than raised because of the pressure put on them. Sometimes a verruca can be mistaken for a corn or callus, but these do not have the giveaway black dots in the centre.
A verruca can be painful or tender if it is located on a weight-bearing part of the foot. This can make walking difficult or intolerable.
Sometimes a person may have tightly-packed clusters of small verrucas on the foot. These are known as ‘mosaic warts’ as the pattern resembles a mosaic. Mosaic warts are treated in exactly the same way as a singular verruca. Cryotherapy and excision are both excellent ways to tackle the problem of mosaic warts.
If you have a new growth anywhere on your skin and you are unsure what it is, please seek medical advice. You should also see a doctor if you are worried about a wart or verruca, for example if it is particularly painful, bleeding or growing rapidly. Some types of skin cancer can look similar to warts. If in doubt, get it checked out.
How do I prevent a verruca?
Most people will be infected by the human papilloma virus (HPV) at some point in their life and as a result develop warts or verrucas. Sometimes it can take weeks or even months for a verruca to appear following contact with the virus.
However, verrucas are not inevitable and there are steps a person can take to lower their chances of getting verrucas and prevent spreading them to others.
To help prevent a verruca developing:
Verrucas should be covered up when taking part in communal activities, for example a waterproof plaster should be worn for swimming or for physical education at schools. Wearing flip flops or pool slippers in communal changing rooms and showers will also help to prevent the spread of the virus.
A rubber or plastic verruca sock is also an option to cover the verruca up when going swimming. However, British Swimming, the national governing body for swimming, diving, synchronised swimming, water polo and open water in Great Britain, advises against the use of verruca socks, saying they have ‘limited value’ and merely serve to draw attention to the affected foot.
Although a verruca can be successfully removed, treatment does not prevent further plantar warts.
As with many viral infections, people can develop immunity to the verruca-causing virus over time. Many children develop immunity without having knowingly developed a verruca. This may explain why this particular type of wart is more prevalent in young people than in adults. However people can still develop verrucas at any age.
Here at the Cadogan Clinic, we treat thousands of skin lumps and bumps cases each year, including plantar warts, or verrucas. Our team of nine highly experienced specialist dermatologists have been handpicked to form one of the best independent dermatology units in the country. Our purpose-built dermatology clinic is conveniently located off Sloane Square.
The Cadogan Clinic’s team of experts will be happy to talk you through the treatment options open to you. Get in touch today to book a consultation with one of our dermatologists for an in-person assessment of your skin.
Founded in 2004 by world renowned plastic surgeon Mr Bryan Mayou, we now work with over 100 leading consultants and successfully treat over 20,000 patients each year. We have been winning industry awards since inception.
About UsBest in class facilities
All of our treatments take place at our beautiful boutique premises in Chelsea. We have six consulting rooms and five operating rooms, as well as a dedicated aesthetics and laser suite, and a full team of specialist nursing staff.
Our ClinicWorld class consultants
We have handpicked over 100 of the leading consultants in our field to practice with us, and now help over 20,000 patients each year. We also welcome leading international consultants from the US & Europe regularly to the Clinic.
Our HistoryStrong tradition of innovation
We were founded in 2004 by world dermatologist Dr Susan Mayou, best known for founding the British Association of Cosmetic Dermatologists and introducing the first Mole Check service to be approved by the British Skin Foundation in the UK. We continue to collaborate with pioneers in our field.
Get in TouchAt home in Sloane Street, London
Our state of the art award-winning clinic is located in one of the most exclusive neighbourhoods in the country, in the heart of Chelsea and just a few minutes walk Knightsbridge and Belgravia.
Welcome to Sloane StreetThe Cadogan Clinic is based at 120 Sloane Street in Chelsea, just off Sloane Square and the Kings Road.
We are accessible by all major bus routes that pass through Sloane Square and Sloane Street, as well as Sloane Square tube station.
We are just a 5 minute walk northwards up Sloane Street once you have arrived at Sloane Square.
Local pay parking is available just around the corner from the Clinic on Cadogan Gate, Cadogan Square and Cadogan Gardens. Our local residential parking zone is the Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea.
Address: 120 Sloane Street, Chelsea, London, SW1X 9BW
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Highly Commended Best Clinic in London
2021
Aesthetics Awards
Highly Commended
2021
My Face My Body
Best Clinic Winner
2020
My Face My Body
Best Clinic Winner
2019
My Face My Body
Winner
2018
My Face My Body
Highly Commended
2018
Aesthetics Awards
Highly Commended
2017
Aesthetics Awards
Winner