What are the different types of corn removal procedures?

Depending on the type and severity of your corn, your podiatrist might recommend:

• Shaving: Removing the thickened layers of skin with a scalpel or blade.
• Paring: Gradually removing the hardened skin with a sharp instrument.
• Punch excision: Removing the entire corn, including its root, with a small circular punch tool.
• Bunionectomy/Hammertoe correction: If bone misalignment contributes to the corn, surgery to correct the underlying bone deformity might be necessary.