In-Grown Toe Nails

I have been getting more and more questions recently on the proper treatment of in-grown nails and where they come from. Well, in-grown nails stem from one or both of the nail borders growing down into the skin. This will often cause pain, redness, swelling and can lead to infection of the toe. Antibiotics will often make the redness go down but will not be the long-term solution to the problem. The only way to cure an in-grown nail is to cut it out. This can be done in the office using a sterile procedure with minimal discomfort to the patient. After the offending nail border is removed a small dressing is applied to the toe and instructions for home are given. This will not affect your walking and you will be able to play sports or walk normally.