Nail Surgery

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Nail Surgery

A safe, effective and quick solution to ingrown toenails

Nail surgery is considered a low risk procedure which involves partial or total nail removal. Following a complete assessment if you are suitable for this procedure you can be booked in for the surgery.

If you are in poor health, on certain medication, pregnant (in first trimester) or you have had a previous reaction to local anaesthetic, you will be referred back to your GP. A friend or relative is welcome to sit with you during the nail surgery.

How Are Ingrown Toenails Treated?

Podiatrists are best placed to treat your ingrowing toenail. Podiatrists routinely carry out conservative and surgical treatment of ingrown toenails. Our team of expert Podiatrists have carried out hundreds of successful nail surgeries.

Preventative Care

Keep your feet clean by washing them regularly with soap and water.

Change your socks regularly.

Cut your toenails straight across to stop them digging into the surrounding skin.

Wear comfortable shoes that fit properly.

Gently push the skin away from the nail using a cotton bud (this may be easier after using a small amount of olive oil to soften the skin).

Regular visits to your podiatrist for conservative treatment

Benefits of Nail Surgery

The benefits of nail surgery with the application of Phenol

It removes the deformed nail which is causing pain and / or infection.

If you have swelling with your nail problem it reduces swelling.

If phenol is applied it prevents nail regrowth in 80% or more of patients.

It’s a simple procedure requiring little specialist equipment.

If you have an infected toe and on antibiotics the procedure can still be carried out.

Post procedure there is minimal discomfort and pain as Phenol provides some pain relief.

Phenol has antibacterial and anti fungal qualities which may reduce the risk of infection.

Possible Risks with Nail Surgery

Although Phenol may reduce the risk of infection it can still happen at any time whilst healing.

Delayed healing due to Phenol application (6 to 12 weeks) longer if infection occurs.

Post procedure bleeding for 24 to 48 hours.

Post procedure discomfort / pain but is rare.

Possible nail growth some months after healing.

Reaction (anaphylaxis) to local anaesthetic. Although rare is a very serious clinical emergency requiring immediate hospital attendance.

Nail Surgery

SERVICES

Nail Surgery

How Are Ingrown Toenails Treated?

Preventative Care

Keep your feet clean by washing them regularly with soap and water.

Change your socks regularly.

Cut your toenails straight across to stop them digging into the surrounding skin.

Wear comfortable shoes that fit properly.

Gently push the skin away from the nail using a cotton bud (this may be easier after using a small amount of olive oil to soften the skin).

Regular visits to your podiatrist for conservative treatment

Benefits of Nail Surgery

The benefits of nail surgery with the application of Phenol

It removes the deformed nail which is causing pain and / or infection.

If you have swelling with your nail problem it reduces swelling.

If phenol is applied it prevents nail regrowth in 80% or more of patients.

It’s a simple procedure requiring little specialist equipment.

If you have an infected toe and on antibiotics the procedure can still be carried out.

Post procedure there is minimal discomfort and pain as Phenol provides some pain relief.

Phenol has antibacterial and anti fungal qualities which may reduce the risk of infection.

Possible Risks with Nail Surgery

Although Phenol may reduce the risk of infection it can still happen at any time whilst healing.

Delayed healing due to Phenol application (6 to 12 weeks) longer if infection occurs.

Post procedure bleeding for 24 to 48 hours.

Post procedure discomfort / pain but is rare.

Possible nail growth some months after healing.

Reaction (anaphylaxis) to local anaesthetic. Although rare is a very serious clinical emergency requiring immediate hospital attendance.

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