SURGICAL TREATMENT OF AN INGROWN TOENAIL:
Often times the best way to remove an ingrown is with a minor surgery It is a simple procedure and very successful for long term relief that is permanent. This is performed under a local anesthetic in the physician's office. The most common procedure is the removal of a portion of the nail that is causing the problem. After the offending part of the nail is removd an acid is used to destroy the root to prevent regrowth. Some people experience some discomfort afterwards, but it is usually very minimal. At the Advanced Foot Care clinic we recommend using Amerigel afterwards for two weekis. This cream helps the area to heal faster and debrides any other infection that is in the area removed. An open toe shoe should be worn if possible so that there is no pressure on the area to help healing.