Ingrown Nails

Onychocryptosis

OVERVIEW

Did you know that ingrown nails are the most common problem requiring a procedure in the foot and ankle in Australia?

If you have had recurring ingrown toenails you should consider having them procedurally corrected.

Assessment is important prior to considering a procedure. For instance, ingrown toenails are sometimes associated with bony lumps(osteochondroma) or soft tissue deformity which can be removed at the same time by a FASA surgeon. 

Symptoms can include: 

• Pain around the edges of your toes. 
• Infection (red and hot around the skin).
• Deformed nail and or skin around the toe.

Treatment

• At FASA we can address your ingrown toenail and any associated bone or soft tissue problem procedurally.
• These procedures can be performed under local anesthetic in the office.
• We also offer the option of procedures performed under general anesthetic in a hospital or day surgery centre.