Nail surgery for ingrown toenails Wembley

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.

In this procedure, only the problematic part of the ingrown nail is removed, ensuring minimal cosmetic impact. The area will be numbed with a local anaesthetic before performing the surgery.

Your podiatrist will determine if nail surgery is required during the initial consultation. If surgery is recommended, a neurovascular assessment will be performed before scheduling the procedure.

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.

Your consultation will take 60 minutes, while the procedure typically lasts 15 minutes. The duration of the surgery may vary depending on how many sides of the toenail are affected and 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.

You will be able to walk and bear weight immediately post-surgery. After a few days, you can resume your regular activities, with sports being possible 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.