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DO I HAVE AN INGROWN TOENAIL?

If you have:

A swollen toe

Redness

Nail discoloration

Toe drainage

You may have an ingrown toenail.

Don’t worry the chances are that you or someone you know has, will have, or has had an ingrown toenail. But there is relief! Our permanent removal procedures have a less than 1% recurrence rate and will quickly get you back to adventures without pain.

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What is an ingrown toenail?

An ingrown toenail is a condition caused by pressure from the toenail edge impeding with the skin of your toe. This condition is typically found in the big toe, however, any of the toenails can be affected on either border or side. Ingrowns can cause pain and discomfort that can affect daily functions and activities, like wearing shoes, and walking.

What causes ingrown toenails?

Ingrown Toenails are most commonly caused by improper trimming of the toenail and improper shoe fittings. They can also be caused by genetic or inherited conditions, toe injuries, and a number of foot diseases or deformities.

Common foot diseases that lead to ingrowns

Onychomycosis (fungal infections)
Psoriasis (excess skin build-up)
Xerosis (excessive dryness)
Hyperhydrosis (excessive moisture or sweating)

Common foot deformities that lead to ingrowns

Athletic activities
Abnormal gait
Abnormally long toes
Bunions and hammertoes
Obesity
Arthritis
Bony or soft-tissue tumors of the toes

Prevention and care tips for ingrown toenails.

There are a number of things you can do to prevent ingrown toenails like keeping a healthy toe care routine.
Trim your toenails straight across.
Wear properly fitting shoes with ample space around the big toe.
See a podiatrist if ingrowns run in your family.

There are a number of things you can do to prevent ingrown toenails like keeping a healthy toe care routine.

Click here to access tips you can add to your home after-care or prevention routine.

Ingrown Toenail Pain Is Not Normal (symptoms).

I Have Toe Pain.

Ingrown toenails can cause a variety of toe problems. Pain typically starts at the edges of the toe and can expand all the way up to the base of the toe. This pain can be very irritating and uncomfortable until the ingrown is treated.

My Toe Is Red or Infected

Ingrowns can lead to infection in your toenails. Once the nail begins to break through the skin, it is prone to contamination. Infection usually occurs in the big toe, but it can quickly transfer to other toes surrounding it, if left untreated, increasing the severity and pain of your ingrown.

My Toe Is Inflamed

Ingrown toenails cause pain when the nail begins to grow into the surrounding skin. Swelling, inflammation, and redness in the affected toes may occur as a reaction to the nail impeding the skin.

INGROWN TOENAIL TREATMENTS

Partial Toenail Removal

Removing a portion of your toenail can help redirect your nail to the right path for healthy growth. We cut your toenail from the edge growing into your skin to a healthy point in the nail that is growing properly. Partial toenail surgery promotes recovery in the infancy of an ingrown and provides relief of symptoms.

Full Toenail Removal

Sometimes, we have to remove the entire toenail to restore the nail. In this case, your doctor will cut off the toenail from the root of the cuticle to the base to give the nail a fresh start. Full toenail removal promotes healthy new growth, addresses fungal infections and toe injuries, and ultimately reduces pain quicker than waiting for a damaged nail to grow out.

Toenail Care

Proper toenail care is essential to treat ingrowns and prevent them from forming again. We maintain several elements of toenail growth, such as proper nail cutting and pain reduction and prevention methods. SUMMIT’s toenail care aid your ingrown to heal properly, as quickly as possible.

Antibiotics + Antifungal Medication

Antibioticsheal infections that may develop when an ingrown occurs. We prescribe medication to help treat infections that might hinder the overall healing of the nail.

Antifungal medicationshelp heal infections related to athlete’s foot, ringworms, and other infections that may develop from having an ingrown. Our providers prescribe medication to address the needs of your specific fungal infection.

Padding + Insoles

Padding and shoe insoles can enhance the healing process of your ingrown. We suggest shoe modifications and supply shoe padding to help decrease the trauma of your toes. Padding reduces pain associated with the ingrown recovery process and aids optimal healing.

Nail Cream + Lacquers

Applying creams and nail lacquers to your toenail can help soften your ingrown, promoting healthier nails. We apply creams to the nails and an application plan for you to follow outside our care. This treatment helps thin, thickened nails and contributes to the healing of your ingrown.

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