Bunion Surgery Center at Artisan Foot and Ankle

Our board-certified podiatrists at Artisan Foot and Ankle Specialists can help fix your bunion! We are located in Orange County with offices in Aliso Viejo, Laguna Hills, Mission Viejo, and San Clemente, CA.

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Artisan Foot and Ankle Specialists is proud to offer a full range of treatment options for painful bunions.

What is a Bunion?​

A bunion (aka hallux valgus) is essentially a bump or protrusion that forms along the side of the big toe joint. Over time, the bump will progressively get larger, and the big toe will lean towards the second toe. This can cause pain in shoes or during activities.

Bunions are easily diagnosable as the bump is visible. To determine the severity of your condition and the best course of action, however, one of our doctors will likely request an x-ray.

Left untreated, bunions will continue to grow, as well as cause other issues – such as hammertoes, corns, arthritis of the toe joint, and calluses.

Who is a Candidate for a Bunionectomy?

Bunion surgery is recommended for those with severe bunions who have tried conservative treatment options first and are still experiencing discomfort that interferes with their daily activities.

At Artisan Foot and Ankle Specialists, we are experts in the diagnosis and treatment of painful bunions, and we can help. Our experienced bunion surgeons can perform the latest surgical techniques, such traditional, minimal incision surgery, and Lapiplasty bunionectomies.

If a bunionectomy is the right option for you, we will conduct a clinical examination and evaluate your x-rays to determine the best procedure based upon your deformity type. This attention to detail tailors the type of bunionectomy to the patient’s needs, as one procedure does not help every single patient. We respect that each patient is different and deserves a customize plan for their procedure.

Not all bunions are the same and not every bunion needs surgery. The start of proper treatment for a bunion is a well-balanced treatment plan weighing risks and benefits of treatments and procedures.

Dr. Devon Glazer, Artisan Foot and Ankle Specialists
Devon Glazer DPM

Bunion Surgery FAQs

Bunion surgery, also known as a bunionectomy, involves removing or realigning the bone and tissue around the big toe joint (or the 5th toe joint) to correct a bunion, relieve pain, restore the natural foot shape, and improve the patient’s activity level.
Osteotomy, scarfplasty, lapiplasty/lapifuse, joint fusion, and all-natural bunionectomy are among the choices. Balance Health providers are always learning (or developing) the newest, most innovative approaches to complete Bunion Surgery.
During the evaluation period, providers ask a lot of questions about lifestyle, limits to desired activity, pain level, and even insurance and the patient’s financial state to help determine what is right for the patient and their pocketbook
Candidates typically have significant pain or discomfort from a bunion that affects daily activities and has not responded to conservative treatments, like orthotics or medication.
The risks are similar to all surgery risks. They include infection, blood clots, nerve damage, stiffness, issues with wound healing, and recurrence of the bunion.
You should avoid driving until you are fully weight-bearing without pain, which usually takes a few weeks. Consult your doctor for your personalized recovery plan.
Pain can be managed with prescribed medications, over-the-counter pain relievers, ice, rest, physical therapy, and in some cases treatment with a pain laser.

Before and After Surgery

Our providers have ample experience and many success stories in bunion correction. Click and drag the arrows on the images below to view the before and after images below. Please note that they are graphic in nature. Captions include the starting diagnosis and the treatment applied by our team.
Before After

Left Foot Bunion, Bunion Correction by Devon Glazer, DPM

Before After

Left Foot Bunion, Bunion Correction by Devon Glazer, DPM

Before After
Left Foot Bunion, Bunion Correction by Devon Glazer, DPM
Before After

Right Foot Bunion, Bunion Correction and Toe Straightening by Robert Leaming, DPM

Why Choose Artisan Foot and Ankle Specialists for
Bunion Surgery?

Our specialists at Artisan Foot and Ankle are well-versed in bunions and can develop an effective treatment course to get you back in action as soon as possible. This involves a detailed conversation with each patient to figure out which option is best for them (if conservative care fails).

We offer multiple surgical options to address bunions: Traditional, Minimal Incision, or Simple Bunionectomies, as well as Lapiplasty® 3D Bunion Correction. This allows us the flexibility of determining which surgical procedure is the best match for your bunion. No matter the procedure, our number one goal of surgery is to reduce your pain and to correct the changes in your foot structure and the soft tissues in the area.

If you are ready to stop suffering because of your bunion, our experienced doctors are ready to meet with you! Call (949) 272-0007 or click the “Appointment” button below to schedule a consultation today!

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Our Bunion Surgery Experts

Devon Glazer, DPM

Devon N. Glazer, DPM, FACFAS, FABFAS

Devon Glazer, DPM, launched Artisan Foot and Ankle Specialists in 2009, and today, he serves Orange County patients at the Mission Viejo and Laguna Hills, California, offices.
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Michael L Goddard DPM

Michael L. Goddard, DPM

Dr. Goddard joined California Foot and Ankle Institute in 2012 after ten years of private practice. He was born in Orange, CA, and at the age of 4, moved to Solvang, CA, which he refers to as his home town.
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Kyle Hehe, DPM

Kyle Hehe, DPM

Kyle Hehe, DPM, offers superior foot and ankle care at the Mission Viejo and Laguna Hills, California, offices of Artisan Foot and Ankle Specialists.
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Robert H Leaming DPM

Robert H. Leaming, DPM

Dr. Robert H. Leaming is an exceptionally well-trained foot and ankle surgeon with extensive experience in both cosmetic and reconstructive foot and ankle procedures. He received his bachelor’s degree at The University of Maryland and his doctorate at Temple University.
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Sam Nosrati, DPM

Sam Nosrati, DPM

Sam Nosrati, DPM, delivers highly skilled and patient-focused podiatric medical care in the Mission Viejo and Laguna Hills, California, offices of Artisan Foot and Ankle Specialists.
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Monte Schmalhaus, DPM

Monte Schmalhaus, DPM, AACFAS

Monte Schmalhaus, DPM offers advanced patient-focused foot and ankle care at Artisan Foot and Ankle Specialists.
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Our Lapiplasty Experts

Michael L Goddard DPM

Michael L. Goddard, DPM

Dr. Goddard joined California Foot and Ankle Institute in 2012 after ten years of private practice. He was born in Orange, CA, and at the age of 4, moved to Solvang, CA, which he refers to as his home town.
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Kyle Hehe, DPM

Kyle Hehe, DPM

Kyle Hehe, DPM, offers superior foot and ankle care at the Mission Viejo and Laguna Hills, California, offices of Artisan Foot and Ankle Specialists.
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Robert H Leaming DPM

Robert H. Leaming, DPM

Dr. Robert H. Leaming is an exceptionally well-trained foot and ankle surgeon with extensive experience in both cosmetic and reconstructive foot and ankle procedures. He received his bachelor’s degree at The University of Maryland and his doctorate at Temple University.
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