Some options Podiatrists use to treat ingrown toenails are as follows:

1: Regular management:

Regular management can involve shaving the side of the offending nail on a periodic basis to prevent pain, inflammation and infections from occurring. This is generally painless, if there is mild pain topical local anaesthetic can be applied.

2: Partial Nail Avulsion (PNA):

A partial nail avulsion (PNA), also known as a partial nail plate excision or partial nail plate removal, is a surgical procedure performed in clinic by Podiatrists to treat certain nail conditions, primarily ingrown toenails. It involves the removal or partial removal of a portion of the affected nail to provide relief and prevent recurrence of the problem.

During the procedure, the Podiatrist may administer a local anaesthetic to numb the area around the ingrown toenail. They then carefully remove the offending section of the nail that is causing pain, inflammation, and potential infection.

3: Total Nail Avulsion (TNA):

A total Nail Avulsion (TNA) procedure, is similar to a PNA, except the entire nail plate is removed.

A TNA is generally performed when both sides of the nail are ingrown; the nail is damaged due to trauma, or there is a diffuse fungal nail infection present.

Post-surgical care:

Post-surgical instructions are given by the Podiatrist during the consultation. A follow-up and dressing change is arranged for 2-3 days post procedure.