If you need bunion, hammertoe, or other minimally invasive foot surgery, you should seek help from a skilled podiatrist. At PREMIER PODIATRY, INC, Dr. Dozier offers minimally invasive foot surgery in-office and post-care treatment, with no need to head to a separate surgery center. Minimally invasive surgery means faster recovery, easier healing, and less risk of complications. To schedule an appointment for minimally invasive foot surgery with PREMIER PODIATRY, INC, call the office in Bethlehem, Georgia, or book online today.

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What is minimally invasive foot surgery?

Minimally invasive surgery is a preferred surgical technique in many cases because it involves small incisions and tiny instruments, and there is far less tissue damage. You heal faster and experience less scarring and blood loss.

Minimally invasive surgery also lowers your chance of developing an infection after surgery and increases your chances of returning to your previous levels of function.

Dr. Dozier encourages you to walk soon after most procedures. You may need the help of a walker, scooter, or crutches, but moving as normally as possible helps you return to normal activities more quickly.

You’re usually placed under local anesthesia for minimally invasive foot surgery, making the procedure less impactful to your overall system.

Why would I need minimally invasive foot surgery?

When certain foot problems fail to respond to conservative treatments like medications, bracing, orthotics, and physical therapy, surgery may be the next step. Conditions that Dr. Dozier can resolve with minimally invasive foot surgery include:

  • Bunions
  • Bone spurs
  • Heel Spurs
  • Hammertoes

Dr. Dozier offers expert minimally invasive surgery that helps you get back on your feet so you can enjoy daily life.

What is minimally invasive bunion surgery?

Bunions are a bone deformity that causes the base of your big toe to bulge out. This causes irritation, pain, and inflammation. You may have trouble wearing shoes and experience difficulty walking as a result.

Bunion surgery involves removing the bulge to realign your toe and make you more comfortable.

During your minimally invasive bunion surgery, Dr. Dozier may cut the bone just behind the big toe joint and bring it back into the proper position. It’s then fixed into place with a screw or pin.

Some bunion surgeries focus on the bone behind the big toe joint. This may involve cutting the bone or fusing the joint, depending on the type of deformity you have.

What is minimally invasive hammertoe surgery?

Hammertoes are toes that have an abnormal bend in the middle joint. Improper shoes, an injury, or an irregular foot structure can cause hammertoes to develop.

Surgery for hammertoes involves making several small incisions through which Dr. Dozier rebalances the tendons and eliminates the irregular curl.

To schedule an appointment for minimally invasive foot surgery with PREMIER PODIATRY, INC, call the office in Bethlehem, Georgia, or book online today.