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    Ingrown Toenail Surgery

    Safe, effective removal of ingrown toenails with fast pain relief and long-lasting results

    Ingrown toenails occur when the edge of the nail grows into the surrounding skin, causing pain, swelling, and sometimes infection. If left untreated, they can become recurrent and increasingly uncomfortable.

    Our minor surgical procedure provides a permanent, clinically proven solution with minimal downtime.Ā 

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    Why Consider Ingrown Toenail Surgery

    Ingrown toenails often worsen over time and may not respond to home care or medication:Ā 

    • Persistent pain when walking or wearing shoesĀ 
    • Redness, swelling, or signs of infectionĀ 
    • Repeated flare-ups in the same toeĀ 
    • DifficultyĀ maintainingĀ daily activities or exerciseĀ 
    • Ineffective relief from antibiotics or conservative treatment

    Surgery offers a definitive solution when other treatments fail.Ā 

    Key BenefitsĀ 

    • Fast pain relief, often immediately after treatment
    • Quick in-clinic procedure (15ā€“20 minutes)
    • Performed under local anaesthetic
    • Low recurrence rate with phenol treatment option
    • Minimal downtime and fast recovery
    • Long-term or permanent results
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    What to ExpectĀ 

    Before the procedureĀ 

    The toe is assessed, cleaned, and prepared for treatment

    During the procedureĀ 

    • LocalĀ anaestheticĀ is injected to fully numb the toeĀ 
    • The affected part of the nail is carefully removed (partial or full nail avulsion)Ā 
    • Phenol may be applied to prevent regrowth in recurrent casesĀ 
    • A sterile dressing is applied to protect the areaĀ 

    After the procedureĀ 

    • Mild soreness for a few days is normalĀ 
    • You can walkĀ immediatelyĀ after treatmentĀ 
    • Dressings are changed over 2ā€“3 weeksĀ 
    • Most patients return to normal activities within a few daysĀ 
    • Full healing typically takes 4ā€“6 weeksĀ 

    Ingrown Toenail Surgery FAQs

    Yes. When phenol is used, the treated part of the nail is prevented from regrowing, significantly reducing recurrence.
    No. The toe is completely numbed with local anaesthetic. You may feel pressure but not pain.
    Often yes, depending on which foot is treated and your comfort level. Most patients resume driving within 24ā€“48 hours.
    Only if there is an active infection. Most cases resolve without antibiotics after surgery.
    Light activity is possible within a few days. High-impact exercise should be avoided for 2ā€“3 weeks.
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    I went in for ingrown toenail surgery and was pleasantly surprised by how straightforward the whole process was. It really helped being able to speak to someone who understood how uncomfortable Iā€™d been. After such a long wait for treatment, it felt good to be taken seriously.

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