Melissa O'Keefe April 25, 2022 bunions, Cosmetic Surgery, Long Toes, Surgery, Toe Shortening, Travel, Hammertoes What are Corns? Melissa O'Keefe April 25, 2022 bunions, Cosmetic Surgery, Long Toes, Surgery, Toe Shortening, Travel, Hammertoes Corns are more than just thickened skin, they're often a sign of an underlying toe deformity. Learn why corns develop, why they keep coming back, and how treating the cause provides lasting relief.