Ingrown Toe-Nails
Ingrown Toenail Nail Surgery: Lasting Relief with Expert Care
Ingrown toenails are more common and more complex than many people realise. What starts as a mild discomfort can quickly turn into swelling, infection, and daily pain that interferes with walking, working, or even sleeping. At Total Foot & Ankle Clinic, we offer a permanent medical solution specific to your needs. Our ingrown toenail surgery will help you get back on your feet faster. Be assured of safe, effective treatment from trusted foot specialists near you.
What is an Ingrown Toenail?
An ingrown toenail is a common and often painful condition where the corner or side of a toenail grows into the soft flesh of the toe instead of over it. This can lead to pain and tenderness, Inflamed skin, swelling, and infection.
Know the Causes & Symptoms That Matter
Causes that Need to Be Addressed:
- Improper Nail Trimming
- Poorly-Fitting Footwear
- Nail Injuries
- Genetics/Nail Shape
- Repeated Pressure/Activities
- Poor Foot Hygiene
- Fungal Nail Infections
Symptoms that Need to Be Addressed:
- Mild discomfort might be manageable at home. But increasing or severe pain along the edge of the toenail needs immediate attention.
- Redness, swelling, and warmth around the toenail indicate irritation and a potential infection.
- Spreading inflammation is a serious sign.
- Any discharge of pus or fluid (especially if cloudy, yellow, or foul-smelling) is a clear sign of infection that needs medical treatment.
- While minor bleeding can occur, persistent or significant bleeding should be checked.
- The formation of new tissue around the ingrown nail can indicate a chronic inflammatory response or infection.
What You Can Expect From Our Expert Foot Doctors
- Comprehensive Assessment - We don’t just treat the symptom; we find the cause.
- Conservative And Surgical Options - From gentle nail trimming to permanent solutions
- Local Anaesthetic Available - For complete comfort during treatment
- Hygienic, Modern Facilities - Clean, professional, and fully-equipped
- Expert Advice - On how to prevent ingrown nails in the future
Pain with every move? Go for Ingrown Toenail Surgery
Taking care of your feet and trimming nails properly helps prevent ingrown toenails. Surgery is needed if simple treatments don’t work or if the problem is severe, keeps coming back, or gets infected.
- Surgery becomes necessary for ongoing pain, repeated ingrown nails, infections, constant swelling with extra tissue, or thick, deformed nails causing trouble.
- People with health issues like diabetes may also need surgery to avoid complications.
- If you’re near North Parramatta, Bankstown, Westmead, or Merrylands, our podiatry clinics are ready to help.
- If you’re experiencing any of these, call 02 9635 8739 - we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Call Total Foot & Ankle Clinic today for expert care and effective treatment.
