Ingrown Toenails

Ingrown nails occur when nail edge is abnormally pressing into or cutting into the flesh around the nail edge, resulting in a chronic wound, that is painful. In some cases it may become infected. As the condition becomes more persistent, there can be chronic infection and the formation of excess tissue/skin called hypergranulation tissue.

It is usually caused by an abnormally shaped nail which can be hereditary, due to an injury, caused by poor toe nail cutting technique or pressure from poorly fitting footwear. Occasionally it can develop due to fungal nail infections. 

Often, the only way to resolve the problem is to have nail surgery to remove the offending nail edge either temporarily or permanently. The whole toe nail does not need to be removed in almost all cases.

Both Mr Yates and Mr. Cichero have extensive experience managing this condition. It can be done safely under a local anaesthetic. Usually the wound heals within 10-14 days and patients are back to work within a few days to 2 weeks depending on the type of work you do.

Please see the information sheet for further explanation of the permanent procedure and make an appointment so our experts can provide you with the best advice.