REMOVING INGROWN TOENAILS THROUGHOUT BUFFALO, NY

Are you suffering from an ingrown toenail? Seek solutions to your pain with Dr. Maurice M. Gelia DPM.

A toenail is considered ingrown when its corners grow into the skin on the sides of the nail. They are most common on the big toe. While this issue can be treated at home, certain complications may occur which make visiting a foot specialist the smarter move. For professional ingrown toenail removal in Buffalo, NY, make Maurice M. Gelia DPM your foot doctor of choice. Our podiatrist office is standing by to help diagnose and treat your condition. We will determine whether an infection has developed or if surgery is necessary and recommend the ideal course of action. Read on to learn more foot care tips about how to identify or, ideally, prevent ingrown nails.

Ingrown toenails have many causes like tight fitting shoes, improper toenail trimming, and even infections. In fact, the condition is quite common in people with diabetes, severe nerve damage, and poor blood circulation. Ingrown toenails are something that most people deal with at some point in their life. Common symptoms include pain, swelling, redness, a hot feeling in the toe, and in some cases a purulent (pus) discharge. You should consult a podiatrist like Dr. Gelia if you’re experiencing any or all of these symptoms.

Dr. Gelia performs ingrown toenail removal for patients throughout Buffalo, NY. The procedure effectively removes the damaged toenail and restores mobility in a few days. Dr. Gelia will give you full instructions after your treatment but you should limit your activity for the first day or two after the surgery. 

Don’t sit with your ingrown toenail pain. A solution is only a phone call away. Give our Podiatrist, Dr. Gelia, a call today.