That rough, raised bump on your hand. The one on your finger that catches when you type. The one on your foot that you can feel with every step.
You’ve tried the drugstore freeze kits. You’ve tried the salicylic acid patches for weeks. It’s still there, and it might even be spreading.
That’s exactly what we help with.
We are trained in cosmetic electrocautery and we remove warts cleanly and precisely so you can stop fighting them at home.
Want to know if we can help? Call us at (365) 336-9757 for a free 15-minute consultation. We’ll talk through what you’re seeing, whether our cosmetic service is appropriate for it, and what it would cost. No obligation. Prefer to type first? Message us on WhatsApp.
Electrocautery for Wart Removal: How It Works
We use electrocautery, a proven, precise technique that removes warts cleanly and effectively.
We apply a small electrical current to the wart, which removes the tissue and seals the area instantly. That means no bleeding, minimal discomfort, and clean results in a single visit.
✓ Immediate results: The wart is removed on the spot
✓ No bleeding: Cauterization seals the area instantly
✓ Precise and controlled: We treat only the wart, not surrounding skin
✓ Minimal scarring: When done properly, healing is clean and discreet
Plantar Warts, Hand Warts and Facial Warts
Clients most often ask about warts on:
- Hands and fingers (the most common location)
- Feet (including plantar warts on the soles)
- Face and neck (carefully, with precision)
- Knees and elbows
If you’re not sure whether what you have is a wart, we’ll take a look. Sometimes what looks like a wart is actually a skin tag (a soft hanging flap), a seborrheic keratosis (a waxy brown growth), or a callus. A cosmetic consultation cannot diagnose a lesion, so anything uncertain goes to a licensed physician first.
What to Expect
During Your Appointment:
- We examine the wart and confirm what it is
- We clean and prepare the area
- We remove the wart using electrocautery
- We provide aftercare instructions
- You’re done in 15-30 minutes depending on how many we treat
After Removal:
- Minor redness or scabbing that heals within a week or two
- Minimal scarring (usually none)
- Clear instructions on keeping the area clean
- No downtime needed
Ready to get rid of that wart? Call (365) 336-9757 to book your free 15-minute phone consultation. We’ll answer your questions and, if you’re ready, get you in fast. WhatsApp or video optional.
Why Hamilton Clients Choose Vicaria for Wart Removal
We’re trained for cosmetic lesion work, and clear about where that ends. That matters when you’re removing something from your skin.
- Trained in cosmetic electrocautery: we work inside the cosmetic scope of that training and say so when a case falls outside it
- Sterile technique: it lowers the infection and scarring risk that comes with drugstore kits and home removal
- A clear referral boundary: we do not diagnose skin conditions, so anything that does not look like a straightforward cosmetic case goes to a physician instead of being treated here
- Safe for all skin types: We adjust technique for darker skin tones to prevent pigmentation issues
- Located in downtown Hamilton: Easy to reach from anywhere in the city
How Much Does Wart Removal Cost in Hamilton?
Our pricing is transparent and straightforward. Cosmetic wart removal isn’t covered by OHIP or most insurance plans, which is why we keep our costs clear and affordable:
Consultation:
- Free 15-Minute Phone Consultation: call us to discuss your concerns and get expert advice (WhatsApp or video also available)
- In-Person Consultation: $60 CAD + taxes for examination, identification, and treatment planning
Treatment:
- Wart Removal: $20-$25 per lesion (based on size and location) + taxes
- Multiple warts can be removed in one session
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Call (365) 336-9757 for your free consultation, or view full pricing details.
Note: All skin treatments at Vicaria Health are non-invasive cosmetic procedures performed by practitioners with clinical training. For medical skin concerns, please consult a dermatologist or your family doctor.
What Are Warts?
Warts are small, rough growths caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) infecting the top layer of skin. They’re extremely common and harmless, but they can be stubborn, unsightly, and uncomfortable, especially on the hands and feet.
Common types we see:
- Common warts (usually on hands and fingers, rough and raised)
- Plantar warts (on the soles of the feet, often painful to walk on)
- Flat warts (smaller and smoother, often on the face or legs)
Warts can spread through contact and can multiply over time, which is why getting them handled properly matters.
Why Drugstore Kits Often Fail
You’ve probably tried:
- Freeze-off kits
- Salicylic acid patches and liquids
- “Natural” remedies like duct tape or apple cider vinegar
The problem is that these treatments are slow, inconsistent, and frequently don’t reach deep enough to clear a stubborn wart. Weeks later you’re often right back where you started. And none of them can confirm that what you’re treating is actually a wart.
Ready to deal with that wart for good? Book a free 15-minute consultation to discuss your concern and get expert advice. Video optional.
Related Reading
If a drugstore kit already failed you, why drugstore plantar wart kits fail explains what those treatments actually do to the tissue. For pricing across Ontario, see the skin lesion removal cost guide.
Ready to Get Rid of That Wart?
We’ll take a look, answer your questions, and remove the wart so you can stop dealing with it.
Vicaria Health is located in downtown Hamilton and serves clients throughout the city including Westdale, Hamilton Mountain, Dundas, Ancaster, Waterdown, Stoney Creek, and Burlington.
Start with a free 15-minute consultation via WhatsApp and get expert advice before booking (video optional).
About the Author
Maurin Casella
Certified Health Coach (IIN)
Health coach with over 20 years of clinical training in General Medicine and Pathology. Certified Health Coach from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition (IIN) in New York.
