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Ingrown toenails can cause you a great deal of discomfort, and they don't do your feet any cosmetic favors, either. Turn to us at Body & Feet for expert care in remedying them and to avoid getting them in the future.
Your toenails are supposed to grow over the skin, but due to issues such as having overly thick or curved nails, not trimming them effectively, or having footwear that is too tight around the toes, they may instead grow into the skin, thus causing you problems that should be addressed in a timely manner. If you have an underlying condition, such as diabetes, vascular disease, or neuropathy, it is even more urgent that you get attention from our foot doctor in Gravesend. Complications include bleeding and infections. When you come in, your toenail will be evaluated to determine what the best course of action is. Our foot doctor in Gravesend will discuss possible treatments, which can range from topical and oral medication to complete removal of the nail. Fortunately, your nail will grow back. If you would like to prevent future ingrown toenails, make sure that your shoes are roomy around the toes, and be sure to square the edges of the nails when you trim them. Rounding puts you at risk for the nails to grow into the skin.
When you suffer with an ingrown toenail, you may be tempted to wait it out, but there is no good reason to not take action. Waiting only prolongs the discomfort that can become more painful and make it hard to even put on shoes, let alone walk. We urge you to reach out to our office right away to schedule an appointment with our foot doctor in Gravesend. Don't take any unnecessary chances with the well-being of your feet.
By Body & Feet
March 11, 2019
