Flat Wart Removal Methods Compared: Laser, Cryo, and Medication: What's the Difference?

When there were only one or two flat warts, I just ignored them.
One day, I saw a photo taken It was spread out like a mole on my face.

Even though they are not big, they are quite annoying because there are several of them gathered together.
I also ended up looking into flat wart removal treatment.

 

 

I also heard that "this is a viral wart, so if left untreated it could grow further."
So, let's take a look at the methods for removing flat warts one by one.

 

 

A simple explanation of what flat warts are

 

Flat warts, as their name suggests, are flat, thin warts.
It often appears on exposed areas such as the face, neck, back, and arms.
Because they are small, they may look like blemishes at first.

 

 

Because it's viral

• After shaving
• Skin irritation
• Hand touching habits

It's easy to increase the number through this.

So, it is better to consider complete removal + recurrence prevention management together.

 

 

How are flat wart removal methods different?

1) Laser removal

In most hospitals This is the first method I recommend.

Flat warts often spread over a wide surface area.
It's great for organizing a lot of things neatly in a short amount of time.

 

It is a method of touching one by one while adjusting the output intensity.
Even sensitive areas such as the face and neck can be treated relatively safely.
You can return to your daily life on the same day, The swelling doesn't go away for more than a few days.

 

 

 

2) Cryotherapy

It's a method of freezing with liquid nitrogen and then letting it fall.

It is also used for small or deep warts.
There is a possibility of redness and blisters,
There are many reviews saying that the recovery period is longer than laser.

 

 

 

3) Ointment/Peeling

There are also people who manage it at home.
When several have already been uploaded
The effects are often slow or not noticeable.

Looking at the reviews, it seems that many cases end up requiring hospital treatment.

 

 

 

The changes I felt after removing flat warts

 

I had about 10 on my face
I had it removed with a laser.

 

The procedure time is really short.
The feeling of a hard 'tok tok'?
The pain was almost a stinging sensation.

 

The day after the procedure

• red dot
• Slightly raised, minor swelling

There was something like this
After 3 to 5 days, it was almost stable.

 

After 1-2 weeks,
Many of the spots that looked like blemishes have disappeared
The makeup went on cleanly too. Haha

 

 

Many people are worried about side effects and swelling.

 

After flat wart removal, swelling usually goes down within a few days.

 

but,

• ultraviolet rays
• Friction
• Scrub

This type of stimulation can cause pigmentation.

So for a while after the procedure
Focus on sunscreen + moisturizer + non-irritating products It's better to write it as .

 

 

Also, warts are viral.
Depending on your lifestyle, there is a possibility of relapse.

Skin barrier management and reducing hand touching habits

It would be better if you could do this part as well.

 

 

How much does flat wart removal cost?

 

There are significant differences depending on the number, location, and size of flat warts.
If you look at the events these days

• 30,000-70,000 won for 10 pieces
• 100,000 won for 20 or more
There are many places structured like this.

 

Depending on the type of laser and whether additional management (ointment/regenerative laser) is included
There are differences, so it's best to check during consultation.

 

 

Summary of criteria for selecting a flat wart removal treatment

 

✅ If it is spread out over several areas, such as the face and neck, laser is the cleanest option.

✅ If your skin tone is dark, be sure to take care of pigmentation as well.

✅ Cryotherapy can have a long recovery period.

✅ The more quantity you have, the more you need to check the price for each part.

✅ Aftercare (moisturizing + self-care) is necessary for more stable results.

 

 

FAQ

Q. How long does the redness last after removing flat warts?

It usually subsides within 3 to 7 days.
If you have sensitive skin, you may experience mild redness for 1–2 weeks.

 

Q. Can it recur?

It's possible. Since it's a viral infection, it can reoccur depending on lifestyle and immune status.

 

Q. Is the pain very severe?

The laser is a bit tingly.
There are reviews saying that freezing is a little more painful.

 

Q. Won't it leave scars?

It is possible if you burn or stimulate it strongly.
With proper output, recovery is more likely to be without scarring.