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Ingrowing Nails

"Great professional service. Chepstow is lucky to have this service. Booked in for a few more sessions"

What are they?

Is the side of your nail digging into your toe causing pain and infection? Has a nail thickened or deformed making closed-in shoes uncomfortable to wear? These are all signs of ingrowing nails.

A part of the nail or the whole nail can easily be removed to resolve these problems.

What’s involved in nail surgery?

Parts of a nail or even a whole nail can easily be removed to resolve these problems.   

What’s involved in nail surgery?

Assessment

  • We’ll check whether the condition needs temporary or a permanent solution
  • We’ll want to check and confirm that you are able to be given a local anaesthetic
  • We will explain the procedure and aftercare plan, giving you an opportunity to get answers to your questions

Surgical appointment

  • We’ll perform the surgery under local anaesthetic and with clinical support
  • After surgery, we’ll dress the wound
  • Remember – bring a friend or family member as you will not be able to drive or walk home!

Aftercare

  • We’ll arrange another appointment for two days after your surgery to review and re-dress the wound
  • It may be necessary to book further weekly reviews to ensure the wound is healing properly.