Nail Surgery - Treatment for Ingrown Nails

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Persistent Ingrown Toenail? Permanent Relief with Ingrown Toenail Surgery

If you’re suffering from a persistent, infected ingrown toenail and conservative treatments haven’t provided lasting relief, Ingrown Toenail Surgery might be the solution you’ve been searching for. The Partial Nail Avulsion (PNA) is a permanent procedure that removes only the problematic portion of the nail, leaving the rest of the nail plate intact.

What Does the Procedure Involve?

1. Local Anesthetic: To ensure you’re comfortable and pain-free during the procedure, your podiatrist will apply a local anesthetic to numb the area.
2. Nail Removal: Once the area is numb, the offending portion of the nail will be carefully cut and removed.
3. Phenol Treatment: To prevent regrowth of the nail in the treated area, a special solution called Phenol is applied to the nail bed, destroying the nail-producing cells.
4. Cleaning and Dressing: After the Phenol treatment, the area is thoroughly cleaned and a sterile dressing is applied.
5. Aftercare: The dressing must stay in place and kept dry until your follow-up appointment, which typically occurs 2-4 days after the procedure.
    

Common Questions About Ingrown Toenail Surgery

Q: How successful is the procedure?
A: This procedure is highly effective, with a success rate of around 95-98%. There’s a small chance (2-5%) of regrowth, but this is rare.
Q: How long is the recovery?
A: Recovery generally takes 2-4 weeks, depending on your individual health and healing rate.
Q: Can I drive home after the procedure?
A: No, we strongly recommend not driving after the procedure. The local anesthetic and the large dressing may impair your ability to feel sensations in your foot.
Q: When can I return to sports?
A: We advise no swimming or intense sports for at least 4 weeks post-surgery to ensure proper healing.
Q: Will I feel pain after the procedure?
A: You shouldn’t feel pain during the procedure due to the local anesthetic, which lasts 2-3 hours. Once it wears off, we recommend taking pain relief as advised by your podiatrist to minimize discomfort.
 

If you’re ready to say goodbye to your ingrown toenail pain for good, book a consultation today to discuss your treatment options with our experienced podiatrist.