Tailors-bunion-surgery-bunionette
Over 40 years of expert care
Best UK Group & 5 star reviews
Established Clinics
Award winning plans
Over 40 years of expert care
Best UK Group & 5 star reviews
Clinics
Award winning plans
Tailor’s Bunion Surgery
Minimally invasive tailor’s bunionette deformity correction surgery with no metal fixtures is exclusive to The Private Clinic.
What is a tailor’s bunion?
A tailor’s bunion is a bunion that forms on the side of little toe. Also to as a bunionette – they occur when the bone at the bottom of the little toe, the fifth metatarsal, enlarges or moves outwards.
What causes a tailor’s bunion?
Tailor’s bunions get their name from the link to how use to sit in the 1950’s while working, in a cross legged position causing . Although this may be a valid cause, you would have to sit leg for quite some time to have a tailor’s bunion form this way.
or tight, shoes have also been noted as a cause for tailor’s bunions, but many patients find that their tailor’s bunion is caused by an inherited structural defect within their foot.
Tailor’s Bunion Symptoms
Tailor’s bunions are very similar to , but they are just in a different location on the foot, both being caused by a defect in the small bones in the toes.
If you have a tailor’s bunion you will most likely be able to it upon viewing a visible lump on the side of the little toe. Other symptoms include:
The Private Clinic have collaborated with Chrysalis Finance to offer 0% finance for our patients.*
* is subject to status. Terms and conditions apply.
Tailor’s Bunion Treatment
Consultations with Mr Andrea Bianchi are available at our clinic in and .
Consultations with our patient are available in and . This is a great way to find out more about the and what is involved before meeting with our Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon in London.
What are the advantages of the tailor’s bunion surgery technique?
The Tailor’s Bunion Procedure
Our Tailor’s bunion procedure is a minimally keyhole procedure performed at our in London.
You will have a local anaesthetic injected into the area being so that you will remain throughout the procedure.
The keyhole is performed under precision using continuous X-ray imaging known as a fluoroscopy. Mr makes a very small 2-3mm incision to enable him to modify the bones in the little toe and correct the deformity using surgical dental burrs.
When the bones have been realigned, the fractures are left free to heal without the use of any screws, pins or other fixative . This allows the foot to heal in a position in alignment with the patient’s load-bearing needs and not to a pre-set standard. This method of healing reduces discomfort and increases foot functionality .
You will be to wear a specialised orthopaedic shoe for the first 20 days and the foot will be and taped using a specialised technique which promotes a healing process to the foot and reduce stress which is usually caused by arbitrary immobilisation. Before you leave the hospital, you will be encouraged to walk on your foot the use of .
Tailor’s Bunion Surgery Downtime
The following tailor’s bunion procedure is minimal in comparison to other more extensive procedures that a long period of rest and time off work.
Patients will be able to walk without the use of crutches almost post-surgery and many return to work and their everyday activities after 1-2 days. We do suggest that you rest the foot where and avoid for long periods but equally too long spent can also cause so best to keep mobile.
An boot must be worn until you return for your appointment days post-treatment and during this time your must not get wet.
Tailor’s Bunion Surgery Recovery
Your appointment will happen around 25 days following your . During this appointment, your will be reduced, and you will most likely be able to go back to wearing comfortable shoes and a surgical sock for another days to the rest of your recovery.
At 45 days post procedure a follow-up x-ray will be arranged for your surgeon to assess the results of your in more detail.
Tailor’s Bunion FAQs
Yes, we offer a minimally invasive surgical that can correct tailor’s .
The procedure is performed via small 2-3mm incisions and no fixative devices are used meaning your recovery should be quick and pain free. All are able to walk on their foot before the .
There are many non-surgical methods that claim to treat a Tailor’s bunion however these are not effective in all cases and if you are looking for guaranteed results then surgery is the only option.
How do you shrink Tailor’s bunions naturally?
methods to help reduce a tailor’s bunion include:
Avoid narrow or pointed shoes and high heels. Regular cold compress to the foot throughout the day a bunion pad to avoid shoes rubbing. Regular calf throughout the day. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory such as Ibuprofen Steroid injections
Non-surgical and natural are unlikely to resolve a tailor’s bunion, but they can help with any and pain associated with the bunion and help to prevent it from getting worse.
How do you fix a ?
The best method of treatment to fix a bunionette or tailor’s bunion is . Our minimally invasive procedure is a great option for those who do not want the and recovery period associated with traditional bunion .
Our exclusive procedure is performed using a technique. The will make a 2-3mm and use a dental burr to make small, precise fractures into the toe bone. This allows the to realign the bones and correct the positioning of the toe. This will remove the of the tailor’s bunion and any pain that may have been felt previously.
No fixing devices like pins and plates are used in our unique surgical procedure and instead the bones are left to heal . This allows the foot to heal according to the patient’s load-bearing needs and not to a standard that may not be right for the patient which can cause discomfort and difficulty walking post-procedure.
Patients are able to walk without the need for crutches and many can return to work within 1-2 days. An orthopaedic support boot will need to be worn for around 20 days post to help support the foot whilst it heals but after this time frame you should be able to wear comfortable shoes such as wide fit .
Do I have a tailor’s bunion?
You will most likely be able to see if you have a bunionette or tailor’s bunion from looking at your foot. A bunionette will appear as a visible bump on the side of your foot at the base of your little toe. Your little toe may also appear to be turning and it may look red and . Some people pain, especially when wearing shoes or after wearing shoes all day but pain is not always a symptom.
If you are unsure if you have a bunionette or tailor’s bunion, book a consultation where our expert will be able to examine you and suggest the best .
Initially a tailor’s bunion may hardly be noticeable, but you may start to notice a change in the position of your little toe. Your toe will begin to lean towards the other toes and a small bump which will feel hard and lumpy will appear at the base of your toe on the edge of your foot.
The development of a tailor’s bunion is very slow and so it may take a number of years before you even notice it. As time goes on, the may begin to be more with pain, swelling and general discomfort being felt. Tailor’s bunion symptoms often feel worse after wearing tight shoes, high heels or after standing or walking for long periods of time.
A tailor’s bunion or is rare but it is a lot more common in people who have:
Our minimally invasive bunionette surgery is under local anaesthetic so should not feel any pain throughout the procedure and our expert medical team will ensure that you are feeling comfortable at all times.
You may feel some discomfort and pain following once the local anaesthetic has worn off, but this should be easily managed with .
A consultation with our expert Orthopaedic surgeon, Mr Andrea is £200 which includes a free x-ray of your OnabotulinumtoxinAAbobotulinumtoxinAIncobotulinumtoxinAPrabotulinumtoxinALetibotulinumtoxinARimabotulinumtoxinBHyaluronic Acid FillersCalcium Hydroxylapatite FillersPoly-L-lactic Acid FillersPolymethylmethacrylate FillersAutologous Fat GraftingForehead Lines TreatmentGlabellar Frown Lines TreatmentCrow's Feet TreatmentBunny Lines TreatmentChemical Brow LiftLip FlipGummy Smile CorrectionMasseter ReductionJaw SlimmingDimpled Chin SmoothingCobblestone Chin SmoothingNefertiti Neck LiftMicro-BotoxMesotoxHyperhidrosis TreatmentChronic Migraine ReliefBruxism TreatmentTMJ TreatmentCervical Dystonia TreatmentNeck Spasm TreatmentBlepharospasm TreatmentLip AugmentationLip ContouringCheekbone EnhancementTear Trough FillersNasolabial Fold SofteningMarionette Line FillersLiquid RhinoplastyNon-Surgical Nose JobJawline ContouringJawline DefinitionChin AugmentationTemple VolumisingHand RejuvenationAcne Scar Subcision Filling which is out .
Tailor’s bunion surgery starts is £5,780 for 1 foot which includes the cost of the shoe and x-ray. If you require on your other foot, this will be charged at £4,250.
to find out how our bunion surgery is performed and how it is different from other bunion operations.
Our prices include a full treatment solution and invasive procedure with no of screws, wires, or metal pins. are able to walk immediately after the procedure with no need for or physiotherapy. Recovery time is greatly reduced with many to work within 1-2 days and back within a month.
Begin your Tailor’s Bunion by booking a with our expert Orthopaedic Surgeon.
If you have any about the bunion treatment process, drop us a message using our online enquiry form.
Ready to begin your journey?
Come and see our expert to the best options available for you. Book a consultation and take that first step.
Talk to an expert
View our
The Private Clinic Group includes:
About The Private Clinic
The Clinic is a multi award winning medical group with clinics across the UK. We have over 40 years’ experience in offering the best in non and expert led surgical procedures in our clinics and . Our are all registered with and we are regulated by the . The CQC is an regulator for health and social care in England. Last review March 10th 2023.
Information
Useful Links
Sign Up for Latest News & Offers
View our
reg: The Clinic is a trading name of TPC Group (company number ) © 2026 The Clinic.
TPC Group Limited trading as The Private Clinic Harley Street London, which is an Appointed of Finance . TPC Group Limited is a credit broker, not a lender. Chrysalis Finance Limited is and regulated by the Financial Authority for credit broking and lending.