Nail surgery for ingrown toenails Shenton Park

To address painful, recurring ingrown toenails, Partial Nail Avulsion (PNA) surgery is a highly effective solution with a low recurrence rate, providing significant relief from discomfort and complications.

The procedure involves removing the portion of the ingrown nail causing the issue, with minimal cosmetic damage. A local anaesthetic is applied to numb the toe before the procedure is performed.

During your first consultation, your podiatrist will assess whether nail surgery is the best option for you. If surgery is recommended, pre-surgical neurovascular assessments will be carried out before scheduling the procedure.

On the day of surgery, your podiatrist will begin by numbing the toe with a local anaesthetic. Once the toe is fully numb, a straight cut will be made through the nail to remove the offending spicule. A chemical agent, phenol, will be applied at the base of the nail to destroy the nail matrix and prevent regrowth.

The procedure usually takes 15 minutes, and the consultation will take about 60 minutes. The exact duration of the surgery may differ based on how many sides of the toenail need to be addressed.

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.

Walking and weightbearing are allowed right after the surgery. You can return to regular activities shortly after, with sporting activities typically resuming after 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.