If you’ve ever had a wart that just won’t go away — or one that keeps returning — you’re not alone. Warts are one of the most common skin conditions treated at Skin MD and Beyond in Plano, TX. Although they’re harmless, they can be stubborn, unsightly, and contagious. Understanding why they form and how to treat them properly can help you finally achieve clear, healthy skin.
What Causes Warts?
Warts develop when the human papillomavirus (HPV) infects the top layer of your skin. This virus enters through small cuts, abrasions, or weakened areas of the skin, often on the hands, feet, knees, or face. Once inside, the virus causes skin cells to multiply rapidly, forming the characteristic raised bump known as a wart. Different strains of HPV cause different types of warts, such as common warts, plantar warts, or flat warts.
Why Warts Keep Coming Back
The reason warts are so persistent is because HPV can remain hidden in your skin long after the visible wart has been removed. Even if the outer growth disappears, the virus can still be present underneath the surface. This is why new warts sometimes appear in the same area weeks or months later. Recurrence is also more likely if your immune system is weakened, you pick at the wart, or you use home treatments that only target the surface rather than the viral cells deeper in the skin.
Professional Wart Treatment That Works
At Skin MD and Beyond, Dr. Fiona Wright offers advanced treatments that target both the wart and the underlying viral infection. Depending on the type, size, and location of your wart, she may recommend cryotherapy (freezing the wart with liquid nitrogen), electrocautery (using controlled heat to remove the growth), or topical medications to disrupt the virus at a cellular level. These treatments are performed in-office and are designed to minimize discomfort and reduce the risk of recurrence.
Trust Your Skin to an Expert
Dr. Wright has over 25 years of experience in dermatology and aesthetic medicine, helping patients across Plano, Frisco, and the Dallas-Fort Worth area treat stubborn skin conditions with precision and care. Her expertise in both medical and cosmetic dermatology ensures that wart removal is not only effective but also gentle on your skin. If you’re tired of dealing with recurring warts, contact 972-608-0808 to schedule a consultation at Skin MD and Beyond today.