Ingrown toenails

WHAT ARE INGROWN TOENAILS?
Ingrown toenails occur when the corner or side of the nail grows into the flesh of the toe. Most of the time it is the big toe, but they can occur in other nails. The end result of this common condition is pain, redness, swelling. If left untreated an infection can develop.
WHAT CAUSES INGROWN NAILS?
When nails are cut too short or not cut straight across. Or if the shoes are too short can cause ingrown nails.
SYMPTOMS OF INGROWN:
If you have an ingrown nail you will notice redness, swelling and pain. Some people may notice drainage or pus from the nail. In this case there is an infection.
HOW CAN THEY BE TREATED:
The best way is to have it permanently removed with an acid to kill the root so the nail will not grow back. At Advanced Foot Care Clinic we use NAOH to kill the root of the nail that was removed.
SO HOW CAN I PREVENT INGROWN TOENAILS?
Wear shoes that are long enough.
Keep your toenails at a moderate length and trim straight across.