Nail Surgery

Achieve permanent relief from persistent, painful ingrown toenails with expert nail surgery in Ballymena at Fitter Feet Clinic. When conservative treatments, correct cutting, or topical solutions fail to prevent recurring nail spikes or chronic infections, a minor surgical procedure provides a safe, highly effective, and lasting solution to restore your mobility and comfort.

What to Expect During the Procedure Nail surgery is a straightforward, routine minor surgical procedure performed in our modern clinic under full local anaesthesia:

• • Local Anaesthetic: The affected toe is completely numbed using a local anaesthetic injection, ensuring the entire procedure is entirely pain-free.

• • Precision Surgical Removal: Depending on your specific condition, your podiatrist will perform either a Partial Nail Avulsion (PNA)—removing only the narrow offending sliver of nail—or a Total Nail Avulsion (TNA) if the entire nail plate is damaged or diseased.

• • Chemical Phenolisation: To prevent the troubling section of nail from ever growing back, the nail matrix is treated with a chemical agent (phenol) to deliver a permanent result.

• • Sterile Dressing & Ongoing Aftercare: Your toe is dressed with a bulky, sterile protective bandage. We provide a complete aftercare package, including follow-up dressing change appointments and tailored homecare instructions.

Common Conditions Requiring Nail Surgery Nail surgery is recommended for painful or persistent nail problems that interfere with daily activity, including:

• • Recurrent or chronic ingrown toenails that frequently become inflamed, infected, or painful.

• • Severe nail involution (curved nails) causing intense pressure along the nail borders.

• • Thickened, distorted, or damaged nails resulting from trauma or long-term fungal infection.

• • Nails resistant to routine podiatry management where permanent correction is desired.

Why Choose HCPC-Registered Care at Fitter Feet Clinic? At Fitter Feet Clinic in Ballymena, our HCPC-registered podiatrists have extensive experience performing minor surgical procedures. We adhere to rigorous clinical hygiene and infection control standards, guiding you through every step with clarity, reassurance, and gentle care. We ensure your procedure is stress-free and that your recovery is closely monitored through structured follow-up visits.

Say Goodbye to Ingrown Toenail Pain – Book Today Do not let painful ingrown toenails hold you back. Contact Fitter Feet Clinic in Ballymena today to schedule an initial consultation and discuss your suitability for nail surgery.