Ingrown Toenail Treatment

Fast relief from painful ingrown toenails

Board-certified podiatrists
Same-day appointments
Most insurance accepted

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About Ingrown Toenail Treatment

An ingrown toenail occurs when the corner or side of a toenail grows into the soft flesh of the toe. The result is pain, redness, swelling, and sometimes infection. Ingrown toenails most commonly affect the big toe and can make walking and wearing shoes very uncomfortable.

Common Symptoms

Pain and tenderness along one or both sides of the nail

Redness around the toenail

Swelling around the toenail

Infection of the tissue around the toenail

Drainage of pus if infected

Overgrowth of skin around the nail

Common Causes

Cutting toenails too short or not straight across
Wearing shoes that crowd the toenails
Injuring the toenail
Having unusually curved toenails
Genetic predisposition
Poor foot hygiene

Treatment Options

1Conservative Treatment

Soaking: Warm water soaks several times a day to reduce swelling
Proper Nail Trimming: Learning correct technique to prevent recurrence
Comfortable Footwear: Wearing shoes with adequate room for toes
Cotton Wedge: Placing cotton under the nail edge to encourage proper growth
Antibiotics: If infection is present

2Surgical Treatment

When conservative treatments don’t provide adequate relief, surgical correction may be recommended. Modern surgical techniques are minimally invasive with faster recovery times.

Partial Nail Removal: Removing the ingrown portion of the nail
Complete Nail Removal: For severe or recurring cases
Matrixectomy: Removing or destroying the nail root to prevent regrowth

When to See a Podiatrist

See a podiatrist immediately if you have severe pain or spreading redness, if you have diabetes or poor circulation, if you notice pus or signs of infection, or if the problem keeps recurring despite home treatment.