Timely trimming and : Wearing wider shoes help, as well as seeing a podiatrist for a specific customized approach to your particular problem.
Answered 1/6/2015
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Ingrown: Outside of periodically trimming the offending nail edge back , there is no painless treatment. Even with the surgical treatment my patients rarely take more than tylenol (acetaminophen) . See your podiatrist and discuss your concerns so they can be accommodated in the best manner possible.
Answered 12/16/2013
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Nail care: Ingrown toenails can be remedied through soaking your foot in warm water, removal of embedded debris from the nail borders, and applying an antibiotic ointment to temporarily soften the corners. One should always try to cut the nails strait across to avoid leaving an embedded nail spicule. If pain or redness continues get it looked at by a professional.
Answered 3/18/2014
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Yes: In office procedures using local anesthetics with sodium bicarbonate combined with Ethyl Chloride to numb the skin yields a practically painless procedure. We perform these procedures every day in our offices and patients do very well. Your other option is to have it done in a surgery center, but you will also need to get an IV if you choose that route. Find a great podiatrist in your area.
Answered 6/25/2014
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