Ingrown Toenail Treatment St. Catharines — Fast Relief & Permanent Care — Experienced Chiropodist
Ingrown Toenail Treatment St. Catharines — Fast relief with safe in‑office removal, permanent root treatment and prevention advice. Book now.
Fast relief for painful, red, or recurring ingrown toenails — professional registered Ontario chiropodist care offering safe in‑office removal, permanent root treatments, antibiotics when needed, and clear prevention advice including medical pedicures; book an appointment to stop pain and prevent recurrence.
What an ingrown toenail is and why it matters
An ingrown toenail occurs when the nail edge curves into the surrounding skin, causing pain, redness, swelling, warmth, and sometimes drainage or a foul odour if bacteria enter through a skin break. Left untreated, an infected toe can worsen and limit activity; people with diabetes or poor circulation face higher complication risk.
Common causes and who’s at risk
Inherited nail shape (curved nails) can predispose you to ingrown nails.
Trauma (stubbing, dropping objects, repetitive pressure from sports) and improper trimming are frequent triggers.
Tight or short shoes increase pressure on the toe and raise the chance of an ingrown nail.
Safe, effective treatment options
Office removal & trimming of the embedded nail using spray freezing can provide immediate relief without surgery. Often called a wedge resection or slant'-back.
Permanent root procedure: minimally invasive partial nail avulsion procedure with root treatment using a chemical; a quick, local‑anaesthetic procedure to remove the embedded nail edge and relieve pain; most patients resume normal activity the next day.
Antibiotics: prescribed when infection is present; antibiotics alone don’t fix the embedded nail — physical removal is required for lasting relief. Topical & oral antibiotics can be prescribed at our clinic.
Home care (only for mild, non‑infected cases): warm soaks and gentle massage can reduce inflammation, but avoid “bathroom surgery” and seek professional care if infection or high‑risk conditions exist.
Prevention — three simple rules
Trim straight across and don’t cut nails too short or down the sides
Wear roomy shoes with a generous toe box; avoid tight, short footwear.
See an Ontario registered foot specialist if you can’t reach or see your nails, or if you have diabetes, neuropathy, or circulation problems. We can perform regular foot care through medical pedicures using proper techniques and sterile instruments.
Avoid salons with questionable instrument sterility and techniques. We often see the aftermath when things go wrong.
Risks & What to Expect
Important: infected ingrown toenails require professional care by an Ontario registered chiropodist foot specialist; delaying treatment can lead to worsening infection and slower healing. Most in‑office procedures cause minimal post‑op pain and have quick recovery, but recurrence is possible without preventive measures.
Ready to stop the pain? Book an appointment at our St. Catharines clinic for a focused exam, in‑office treatments to stop your pain, topical & oral antibiotics if needed, and a personalized prevention plan.
