Bunion Specialists Frisco, Texas
Achieve Feet Freedom with Lapiplasty Bunion Correction
Lapiplasty bunion correction with Foot & Ankle Centers is a revolutionary procedure designed to correct bunions quickly and effectively. Traditional bunion surgery only corrects the bunion in 2D, leaving the bunion not fully realigned and with higher rates of bunion recurrence in the future. The Lapiplasty procedure realigns the bones of the foot in 3D, allowing the surgeon to correct the bunion before applying the fixation, ensuring the best correction possible. Once properly positioned, the surgeon can fixate the bunion in the corrected position with little risk of future recurrence.
The Lapiplasty procedure is much less painful than traditional bunion surgery, allowing patients to return to regular activities much quicker. It also helps reduce the risk of recurrence of the bunion, which is a major concern with traditional surgery. With Lapiplasty bunion correction, our patients can enjoy a better quality of life with less pain and greater mobility. The procedure is a great option for those who suffer from bunions and want to get back to the activities they enjoy.
The ultimate goal of bunion surgery is a pain-free foot that can fit in shoes and allows the performance of all desired activities. Our Surgeons have tremendous experience having performed over 650 Lapiplasty procedures, making them the most experienced Lapiplasty Center in Texas. Book your Lapiplasty bunion correction consult today at one of our offices.
Lapiplasty Bunion Correction
Foot & Ankle Centers offer the revolutionary Lapiplasty bunion correction procedure, which has been shown to correct bunions quickly and effectively. Unlike traditional bunion surgery, which only addresses the bunion in 2D, the Lapiplasty procedure realigns the bones of the foot in 3D, providing a more thorough and long-lasting correction. With over 650 bunion corrections performed, our surgeons have the expertise to deliver exceptional results.
Patients who opt for Lapiplasty bunion correction experience less pain and a faster recovery time compared to traditional surgery. This procedure also lowers the chances of bunion recurrence, allowing individuals to enjoy a better quality of life with improved mobility. Our surgeons understand the importance of a pain-free foot that enables patients to comfortably wear shoes and engage in various activities, which is why they are committed to delivering exceptional results through Lapiplasty bunion correction. Contact us today to schedule your consultation at one of our Texas offices.
With her expertise and detailed approach, Dr. Tavakoli & Dr. Knapp equip patients with the knowledge and confidence they need to take the first step towards pain-free feet.
What Is A Bunion?
A bunion, or hallux abducto valgus, is a bony deformity that occurs when the metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint, located at the base of the big toe, becomes enlarged and misaligned. Bone often grows over this MTP joint, which restricts movement and worsens the bump. Your big toe moves toward the second toe and in severe cases, move on top of or underneath it. These bony bumps on the big toe's joint can be severe enough to make the big toe push against the other toes and cause the joint to become swollen and painful.
Bunions can cause significant discomfort and pain, often making it difficult to wear shoes that fit closely around the forefoot. Even if your bunion doesn’t cause any symptoms, it's a foot deformity that can be unsightly and embarrassing. The good news is that bunions can be treated.
Symptoms of Bunions
- Enlarged, localized area of inflamed, swollen, tender skin on the side of the big toe
- Big toe pointing inwards towards the other toes
- Thickened skin and/or a bony bump at the base of the big toe
- Redness, pain, and irritation at the joint
- Corns and/or calluses on the side of the big toe and/or on the bottom of the foot
- Difficulty wearing shoes due to pressure from the bunion
- Discomfort when walking or standing
- The smaller toes become bent and painful.
Revolutionary Lapiplasty for Bunion Correction
For early to mild stages of development, your bunion can be treated with conservative measures, such as bunion pads and functional foot orthotics. It is also important to replace your tight shoes with wide supportive shoes that provide cushioning and arch support. This treatment plan can help reduce the stress placed on your first metatarsal bone and MTP joint.
If conservative care doesn’t relieve your bunion pain or your bunion deformity is severe, surgery is usually the best solution. Only surgery can correct structural issues and relieve symptoms long term. At Foot & Ankle Centers of Frisco, Little Elm & McKinney, our surgeons perform the popular surgical option called Lapiplasty® 3D Bunion Correction™. This procedure allows our podiatric surgeon to correct all three aspects of the bunion deformity, including bone misalignment, elevation, and rotation. This advanced procedure offers a number of benefits, including shorter recovery time, less pain and swelling, and improved mobility.
Lapiplasty® Bunion Correction
The innovative Lapiplasty® Three-Dimensional Bunion Correction procedure is performed through three small incisions in the foot, allowing the surgeon to remove the bony prominence and reposition the toe to its normal alignment. This technique uses a 3D guide system to accurately show the deformity so the surgeon's movements are at maximum precision. This results in a more natural-looking foot, with a less painful recovery, and allows the surgeon to obtain reproducible, consistent results.
This modern procedure is much less painful than traditional bunion surgery and is a popular option for patients to correct their bunions. There are many benefits, such as:
- Reproducible results with less chance of recurrence: Traditional bunion procedures are associated with poor long-term results with drifting of the great toe and recurrence of the deformity over 5-7 years post-op.
- The Lapiplasty system allows the surgeon to see the correction obtained by the procedure prior to making the bone cuts, for a reliable consistent correction and very little chance of recurrence.
- Preserves Natural Joints: Lapiplasty 3D surgery is designed to preserve the natural joints of the great toe.
- Faster Recovery Time: Because Lapiplasty 3D surgery utilizes a strong, secure, double plating system, patients are able to bear weight soon after surgery. You can expect to be back to lightweight-bearing activities in just a few weeks.
- Improved Stability: After Lapiplasty 3D surgery, patients often report improved stability and reduced pain. The procedure helps to realign the bones and restore balance to the lower extremity, which improves stability and reduces pain.
We are proud to announce our passage from a Center of Excellence to an Elite Center for Bunion surgery.
Dr. Tavakoli and Dr. Knapp have performed hundreds of Lapiplasty surgeries to gain this distinction.
Foot and Ankle Centers of Frisco, Little Elm, & McKinney offer world-class solutions for bunion deformity correction. Our surgeons perform the Lapiplasty technique, a new system that corrects the entire problem with reliable, reproducible results that reduce the problem of recurrence years afterward.
Dr. Tavakoli has performed more than any female surgeon in the state of Texas, having safely performed hundreds of these cases. If you are a patient who is considering bunion correction, please contact us for a bunion consultation. We will take X-rays, perform a comprehensive examination and provide an analysis of this complex deformity. Your doctor will draw the procedure on your x-rays showing you how the procedure is done, what results you may expect, what risks you may encounter, and details about the recovery process.
There is no obligation to have surgery, only an informative visit with a caring highly experienced surgeon to explain your options. Please contact us today for your personalized consultation.
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PATIENT TESTIMONIALS
Lapiplasty® Procedure Patient Story: Laura
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Dr. Tavakoli, had an article of hers published on patch.com
For more than 40 years combined, we have been dedicated to treating patients in need of foot and ankle care. Throughout this time, we have treated hundreds of patients, many of whom have had bunions. In the US alone, the condition affects almost 25%...