Nail surgery for ingrown toenails Swanbourne

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 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.

Once the surgery is complete, your podiatrist will cover the toe with sterile dressings and give you post-operative instructions. A follow-up appointment will be scheduled within 24-72 hours to monitor for infection. In the first few days, wear open shoes and rest your feet as much as possible.

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.