Ingrown toenail surgery
In-growing toenails are painful and troublesome. There are two surgical options for the permanent removal of an in-grown toenail.
What are the *options*?
Ingrown toenails are characterised by a spike of nail that becomes embedded in the skin at the side of the nail, causing redness, painful swelling, bleeding and sometimes infection.
Partial nail avulsion is recommended for painful ingrown toenails. The nail spike is removed from the skin and the side of the nail to leave a neat edge, and a chemical is applied to the nail bed to prevent re-growth in that area.
Total nail avulsion is often recommended for thick, painful, discoloured, damaged or fungal nails. The toenail is removed and the same chemical is applied so the nail cannot re-grow and become ingrown in future.
Who is it for?
- Painful ingrown toenails
- Recurring nail spikes
- Thick, damaged or fungal nails
- Discoloured or painful nails
What to expect
- 01
Consultation
Your podiatrist discusses the options and any additional toes.
- 02
Procedure
Under local anaesthetic, the nail spike or whole nail is removed and the nail bed treated.
- 03
Dressing
A large protective dressing stays on and dry for 2-3 days.
- 04
Healing
Salt water soaks and redressing follow for 4-6 weeks, with post-operative visits included.
After nail surgery
Rest the foot for the remainder of the day and avoid driving while your foot is still feeling the effects of the anaesthetic. All dressings and post-operative visits are included in the full price of the surgery.
Common questions
Partial or total nail avulsion is £400 for one toe, or £500 for two toes on the same person. The podiatrist will discuss the cost of any additional toes.
Related treatments
- 01 Podiatry Nail cutting, hard skin, corns, verrucas and routine foot care from HCPC registered podiatrists. £40
- 02 Podiatry home visits Professional foot care at home for people who find it difficult to travel. £45
- 03 Chiropractic Hands-on care for back, neck and joint pain, looking at how your whole body moves. £41
Book ingrown toenail surgery
Book online, or call the clinic on 01443 879396.
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- Thursday08:00-17:00
- Friday08:00-19:00
- Saturday08:00-13:00
Book an appointment
Choose a treatment and a time that suits you and the team will confirm. You can also call 01443 879396.