nail surgery
Nail surgery is a quick and effective procedure used to treat painful or recurring nail problems that do not respond to routine care. It’s most commonly carried out for ingrown toenails, but can also be used to treat thickened, damaged, or deformed nails that cause discomfort or repeated infection.
The Procedure
During the procedure, a small section or the entire nail is carefully removed under local anaesthetic, ensuring the area is completely numb and pain-free. In most cases, a chemical is applied to the nail matrix (cells that produce the nail) to prevent the problematic part of the nail from growing back, offering a permanent solution.
Nail surgery is highly successful, with most patients experiencing immediate relief and a permanent end to repeated infections or nail pain. It’s a simple, walk-in, walk-out treatment carried out by trained podiatrists in a sterile clinical setting.