[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”3.0.106″ background_image=”https:\/\/kannfootsurgery.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ingrown-toenal-clean.jpg” parallax_method=”off” bottom_divider_style=”slant” bottom_divider_color=”#ffffff” next_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” bottom_divider_flip=”horizontal”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”Ingrowing Toenail” background_layout=”dark” text_orientation=”center” scroll_down_icon_color=”#ffffff” button_one_url=”https:\/\/kannfootsurgery.com\/treatments” _builder_version=”3.0.106″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” header_fullscreen=”off” header_scroll_down=”off” image_orientation=”center” content_orientation=”center” custom_button_two=”off” button_two_icon_placement=”right” custom_button_one=”off” button_one_icon_placement=”right” background_color=”rgba(255, 255, 255, 0)” \/][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” module_id=”first” _builder_version=”3.0.106″ custom_padding=”||0px|” prev_background_color=”#ffffff” next_background_color=”#000000″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″][et_pb_accordion _builder_version=”3.2.2″][et_pb_accordion_item _builder_version=”3.2.2″ title=”What is an Ingrowing Toenail?” use_background_color_gradient=”off” background_color_gradient_start=”#2b87da” background_color_gradient_end=”#29c4a9″ background_color_gradient_type=”linear” background_color_gradient_direction=”180deg” background_color_gradient_direction_radial=”center” background_color_gradient_start_position=”0%” background_color_gradient_end_position=”100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”off” parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on” background_size=”cover” background_position=”center” background_repeat=”no-repeat” background_blend=”normal” allow_player_pause=”off” background_video_pause_outside_viewport=”on” text_shadow_style=”none” box_shadow_style=”none” text_shadow_horizontal_length=”0em” text_shadow_vertical_length=”0em” text_shadow_blur_strength=”0em”]<\/p>\n
Ingrowing or thickened toenails<\/em> are a common problem typically caused by the nail edge cutting or burying itself into the soft flesh around the nail and the condition can be extremely painful. They are often infected and can easily develop into a chronic condition.<\/p>\n They cause pain, difficulty walking, wearing shoes and there is a risk of infection. Ingrown nails usually occur in young people where the nail cuts into the side of the toe. Thick and painful nails occur in older people usually as a result of damage to the nail. Thankfully they are easily treated.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item _builder_version=”3.2.2″ title=”What Causes Ingrowing Toenails?” use_background_color_gradient=”off” background_color_gradient_start=”#2b87da” background_color_gradient_end=”#29c4a9″ background_color_gradient_type=”linear” background_color_gradient_direction=”180deg” background_color_gradient_direction_radial=”center” background_color_gradient_start_position=”0%” background_color_gradient_end_position=”100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”off” parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on” background_size=”cover” background_position=”center” background_repeat=”no-repeat” background_blend=”normal” allow_player_pause=”off” background_video_pause_outside_viewport=”on” text_shadow_style=”none” box_shadow_style=”none” text_shadow_horizontal_length=”0em” text_shadow_vertical_length=”0em” text_shadow_blur_strength=”0em”]<\/p>\n A number of things can cause an ingrown toenail to develop, including:<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item _builder_version=”3.2.2″ title=”What are the Treatment Options for Ingrowing Toenails?” use_background_color_gradient=”off” background_color_gradient_start=”#2b87da” background_color_gradient_end=”#29c4a9″ background_color_gradient_type=”linear” background_color_gradient_direction=”180deg” background_color_gradient_direction_radial=”center” background_color_gradient_start_position=”0%” background_color_gradient_end_position=”100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”off” parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on” background_size=”cover” background_position=”center” background_repeat=”no-repeat” background_blend=”normal” allow_player_pause=”off” background_video_pause_outside_viewport=”on” text_shadow_style=”none” box_shadow_style=”none” text_shadow_horizontal_length=”0em” text_shadow_vertical_length=”0em” text_shadow_blur_strength=”0em”]<\/p>\n There are a number of treatment options available to help reduce pain and inflammation from ingrowing toenails.<\/p>\n Conservative care can help prevent pain or further infection but often won\u2019t cure the problem. In order to successfully treat the condition, you may require an operation, which Mr. Kannegieter may recommend if you have a significant problem or frequent episodes of toenail infection.<\/p>\n The operation involves removing the wedge (sliver) of nail that is pressing into the flesh causing your pain.<\/p>\n Once the nail portion is removed, the wound is cauterised with a chemical called Phenol, this prevents this part of the nail bed from regrowing nail. The rest of the nail is usually unaffected, although it may be stained by the Phenol as it heals.<\/p>\n The operation only takes about 10 minutes. You will have a bulky dressing on your toe(s) and you should be able to wear your flipflops or slippers for the first day or two.<\/p>\n As with any medical procedure there are risks which Mr. Kannegieter will always thoroughly explain to you prior to your treatment, so you can be informed every step of the way.<\/p>\n The main risks following surgery are:<\/p>\n Specific complications of phenolisation:<\/p>\n You should not drive after foot surgery and should be accompanied home by a responsible adult. You will be advised of your follow up appointment date, either on the day or by letter in the post.<\/p>\n Mr. Kannegieter has years of experience treating ingrowing toenails and can discuss the best treatment plan for you.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][\/et_pb_accordion][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″][et_pb_image _builder_version=”3.0.106″ src=”https:\/\/kannfootsurgery.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/ingrown-toenal-clean-400×284.jpg” show_in_lightbox=”off” url_new_window=”off” use_overlay=”off” always_center_on_mobile=”on” force_fullwidth=”off” show_bottom_space=”on” module_class=”no-shadow” \/][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.106″ background_layout=”light” module_class=”resources”]<\/p>\n Mr. Kannegieter has put together this useful PDF explaining what to expect from ingrown toenail surgery.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_blurb admin_label=”Download PDF here” _builder_version=”3.0.106″ title=”Download PDF here” url=”https:\/\/kannfootsurgery.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Kann-Foot-Surgery-Treating-Ingrowing-Toenails.pdf” url_new_window=”on” use_icon=”on” font_icon=”%%71%%” use_circle=”off” use_circle_border=”off” icon_placement=”left” use_icon_font_size=”off” background_layout=”light” module_class=”download-pdf” \/][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” module_class=”cta-shadow” next_background_color=”rgba(224,11,0,0)” _builder_version=”3.0.106″ bottom_divider_style=”slant” bottom_divider_height=”220px” prev_background_color=”#000000″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_cta title=”Make An Appointment To Treat Your Ingrowing Toenail” button_url=”\/contact” button_text=”Book Now” _builder_version=”3.0.106″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_start=”#0e71b8″ background_color_gradient_end=”#04385d” background_color_gradient_direction=”90deg” url_new_window=”off” use_background_color=”on” background_layout=”dark” custom_button=”off” button_icon_placement=”right” \/][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ background_color=”rgba(224,11,0,0)” _builder_version=”3.0.106″ bottom_divider_style=”slant” bottom_divider_color=”#0e71b8″ bottom_divider_height=”220px” prev_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)”][et_pb_row make_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”3.0.106″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.106″ text_orientation=”center” custom_padding=”||0px|”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_code admin_label=”instagram” _builder_version=”3.0.106″]\r\n\n
Non-Surgical Treatment Options<\/h3>\n
Surgical Treatment Options<\/h3>\n
What does the Operation Involve?<\/h3>\n
Are There Risks or Side-Effects Following Ingrowing Toenail Surgery?<\/h3>\n
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What Happens After Surgery?<\/h3>\n
Resources<\/h3>\n
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