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Comprehensive Ingrown Toenail Treatment
Got a throbbing toe that makes every step agony? You may have an ingrown toenail—when the nail edge grows into the surrounding skin, causing redness, swelling, and sharp pain. While the big toe is the usual culprit, any toe can be affected. Whether you’re a Marine in tight boots, an athlete, or simply trimmed a nail too short, our comprehensive care relieves pain quickly and fixes the root problem.
Why Do Ingrown Toenails Happen?
Common Causes
- Improper trimming: Cutting nails too short or rounding corners.
- Tight shoes/boots: Dress shoes and military boots that crowd toes.
- Genetics & structure: Some feet are simply prone to ingrowns.
- Trauma/repetitive pressure: Stubbing, running, soccer, or long marches.
When to Act
- Pain, redness, swelling, and tenderness along the nail edge.
- Drainage or “proud flesh” can signal infection.
- Urgent attention if you have diabetes or circulation issues.
Comprehensive Treatment Approach
Skip the “Bathroom Surgery”
Digging at your nail at home can worsen the problem. Dr. Patish specializes in gentle, effective care:
- Expert evaluation: Confirm diagnosis and address infection if present (antibiotics when appropriate).
- Comfortable nail correction: Local anesthetic for a painless procedure; the ingrown edge is precisely removed for immediate pressure relief.
- Permanent solution for repeat cases: Matrixectomy removes a tiny portion of the nail root to prevent that border from growing back.
- Quick & convenient: In-office procedure; most patients walk out and resume normal activities by the next day.
Aftercare & Healing
- Keep the area clean, covered, and follow your simple printed care instructions.
- Healing of the border typically takes ~2 weeks; mild soreness responds to OTC pain relievers (often not needed).
- We schedule follow-up as needed to ensure proper healing and infection clearance.
Tips to Prevent Future Ingrown Nails
- Trim straight across and avoid cutting too short; don’t round corners.
- Wear roomy footwear with a generous toe box; consider wider sizes.
- Protect active feet: Change socks, check toes after long runs/marches.
- No DIY digging: Warm salt-water soaks can soothe; let us handle the nail.
- Teach teens good habits: Don’t tear or bite toenails.
- See us promptly for signs of infection or if you have diabetes/PVD.
Why Choose Our Ingrown Toenail Care
We’ve treated countless ingrown nails—from simple to stubborn—with a gentle approach, clear aftercare, and a friendly touch. Patients often say the procedure was so quick and easy they wish they’d come in sooner. We also tackle underlying causes—shoe advice and trimming techniques—so the problem stays gone.
Bottom line: You don’t have to live with the pain or keep draining that infected corner at home. We’ll solve it and help keep it from coming back.
Take the Next Step – Get Relief Now
Don’t let an ingrown toenail sideline you. Call or text to book a convenient appointment. We welcome urgent cases and do our best to see you ASAP—so you can step out with confidence, pain-free.