Ingrown Toenails

Ingrown toenails are a very common, painful condition where the corners or edges of a nail dig into the soft skin of your toe.  Infection occurs frequently due to feet providing an optimum growth environment for microscopic bugs.

If you have, or think you have, an ingrown toenail, apply an antiseptic to the nail edge and make an appointment with your podiatrist as soon as possible.  Your podiatrist will remove the offending nail edge with minimal discomfort (honestly) and advise on further antiseptic application required.

One or two follow-up appointments are often required to prevent a recurrence.

If your child’s toenail continues to grow in such a way that ingrown nails are likely to be a frequent occurrence, as often occurs in childhood, your podiatrist can permanently remove the offending portion of nail with a minor surgical procedure under local anaesthetic.