Nail Surgery for Ingrown Toenails

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Our solution

 

We recommend nail surgery as the treatment of choice for ingrown toenails. Nail surgery provides a permanent solution to the problem by stopping the ingrown nail from growing back. 

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The procedure

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The procedure is minimally invasive and is performed under local anaesthetic to numb the toe. Once the toe is numb we place a rubber ring around the toe which acts as a mini tourniquet. Following removal of the ingrown section of the nail, we use a chemical which stop that section of the nail growing back.  

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After the procedure

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As the procedure is minimally invasive, recovery is relatively fast. Following the procedure a light dressing is applied. You can return to weightbearing in regular footwear such as a trainer. It is advised to minimise your activity levels for the first 48 hours after the procedure and to take a short course of basic pain medication to minimise post-op discomfort such as paracetamol and ibuprofen.

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Why we like this option

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Nail surgery is an excellent treatment option for ingrown toenails as it is proven to be effective, minimally invasive, the recovery is fast, involves minimal risks and offers a permanent solution to the problem. 

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If you’re suffering from an ingrown toenail and wonder whether this treatment might be suitable for you then give us a call to discuss on 01225 983528 or schedule a call via the button below. 

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Additional information

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What is an ingrown toenail?

 

 

An ingrown toenail is a very common condition where a portion of the nail grows in to the toe and sometimes penetrates the surrounding skin around the nail causing pain. This often leads to localised swelling, redness and infection.  

 

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What causes an ingrown toenail?

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Ingrown toenails are often caused by the following reasons:

 

• Cutting the nails too short

• Picking the nails

• Stubbing your toe

• Wearing tight fitted shoes

• Involuted (pincer shaped) nails

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How are ingrown toenails treated?

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Our preferred solution is nail surgery however for some individuals nail surgery isn't safe or suitable. In these scenarios, the nail can be managed with regular treatment from a podiatrist to relieve pain and prevent infection.