Is it common to have bunions surgically corrected?

Yes: Bunion correction is a very common procedure.

Yes if painful: Bunions are structural deformities. They are a misalignment of the bones mainly due to genetics and foot function. Conservative care consists of good shoes that do not irritate the bunion and support. This can treat the symptoms but won't correct the deformity. Surgery is usually necessary to address the structural misalignment. See your podiatrist. Acfas.Org. Dr l.

Yes: Depending on the severity of the bunion and on a variety of other factors including a patient’s age, general health, and location of pain, there are various types of bunionectomy procedures that can be performed.