Nail surgery for ingrown toenails Crawley

The most common treatment for relieving the pain and complications caused by ingrown toenails is Partial Nail Avulsion (PNA) surgery. Known for its effectiveness and low recurrence rate, it’s a great option for recurrent ingrown toenails.

To address the ingrown toenail, the portion causing the pain is removed, and the procedure generally does not result in significant cosmetic damage. A local anaesthetic ensures your toe is numbed before the procedure.

At the initial consultation, your podiatrist will evaluate if nail surgery is appropriate for your condition. If surgery is deemed necessary, pre-surgical neurovascular assessments will be performed before booking the surgery.

On the surgery day, your podiatrist will apply a local anaesthetic to numb your toe. Once numb, a straight incision is made, and the problematic nail spicule is removed. Phenol will be applied to the base of the nail to prevent regrowth.

The procedure typically takes about 15 minutes, while your consultation will last around 60 minutes. The length of the procedure may vary depending on how many sides of the toenail need to be removed.

Following the surgery, your podiatrist will dress the toe with sterile bandages and give you post-operative care instructions. A follow-up will be scheduled within 24-72 hours to monitor for signs of infection. During the first few days, wear open shoes and rest your feet for the first two days.

You can begin walking and bearing weight immediately after the surgery. Within a few days, you can return to normal activities, and sporting activities can be resumed in 2 to 3 weeks.

We regularly treat patients across Perth in our clinic, including suburbs such as Mosman Park, Dalkeith, Nedlands, Peppermint Grove, Crawley, Fremantle, Swanbourne, Mount Claremont, Subiaco, Karrakatta, Shenton Park, Floreat, Wembley, and more areas. Get in touch or book an appointment today.