# Ingrown toenail treatment in Shepperton

> A throbbing, red, weeping toe makes every step and every shoe a misery. At Thameside Podiatry in Shepperton we treat ingrown toenails properly — fast relief today, and, if it keeps coming back, a long-term fix with minor nail surgery under local anaesthetic. No GP referral needed.

**Price:** from £55

_Conservative treatment from £55. Nail surgery (per toe, includes local anaesthetic, dressings and aftercare) from £350. Exact fee confirmed at your assessment._

## About this treatment

### Relief first — then a long-term fix

Most ingrown toenails start the same way: a sharp edge of nail (a spicule) digs into the skin fold, the toe gets inflamed, and it often becomes infected. Your first appointment is about getting you comfortable — Aaron carefully removes the offending spike of nail and clears any debris or infection so the pressure and pain drop straight away. If it's a one-off caused by a bad cut or tight shoes, that's often all you need. If it keeps returning, we talk about a permanent solution rather than treating the same toe again and again.

### Nail surgery, done in the clinic under local anaesthetic

For recurring or severely ingrown toenails, the reliable long-term answer is a partial nail avulsion. Aaron numbs the toe with a local anaesthetic (so you shouldn't feel the procedure itself, though you may notice some pressure), removes the problem edge of the nail, and applies phenol to the nail matrix to help prevent that narrow strip regrowing. You walk out the same day with a dressing and clear aftercare instructions. It's a routine podiatry procedure — you don't need to be referred to hospital or wait on an NHS list. Patients travel to us from Shepperton, Sunbury-on-Thames, Walton-on-Thames, Weybridge and Chertsey for it.

### Why not just leave it — or dig it out yourself?

Bathroom surgery with nail clippers usually makes an ingrown toenail worse: you leave a spike behind, push the infection deeper, or start a cycle of re-injury. Left alone, an infected ingrown toenail can develop proud flesh (granulation tissue) and spread — and it's genuinely risky if you're diabetic or have poor circulation. Getting it seen by a podiatrist early is quicker, cleaner and far less painful than waiting.

## How it works

1. **Assess:** We examine the toe, check for infection, and explain your options — conservative treatment or nail surgery.
2. **Relieve:** The offending nail edge is removed and the area cleaned so the pain settles fast.
3. **Fix (if needed):** For recurring cases, a partial nail avulsion with phenolisation under local anaesthetic stops it coming back.
4. **Aftercare:** You leave with a dressing, written aftercare and a review if you've had surgery.

## Frequently asked questions

### Does ingrown toenail treatment hurt?

The first relief appointment is gentle and most people feel better immediately. For nail surgery the toe is fully numbed with a local anaesthetic first, so you won't feel the procedure itself — just a little pressure.

### How much does it cost?

Conservative treatment starts from £55. Nail surgery starts from £350 per toe and includes the local anaesthetic, dressings and aftercare. Your exact fee is confirmed at your assessment before anything goes ahead.

### Do I need a referral from my GP?

No. You can book directly with the clinic online — no GP referral or NHS waiting list needed.

### How long does nail surgery take to heal?

The toe is usually comfortable within a day or two. Full healing of the nail fold typically takes a few weeks, during which you keep it dressed and dry. We give you clear written aftercare and a review appointment.

### Can you treat an infected ingrown toenail?

Yes — we frequently treat infected toes. Aaron will assess whether it needs cleaning and dressing, and will advise if antibiotics from your GP are also needed. Don't wait for an infection to clear on its own.

### Where are you based?

We're at The Courtyard, Ferry Lane, Shepperton TW17 9LQ — the riverside clinic by Nauticalia, with parking on site. Easy to reach from Sunbury, Walton-on-Thames, Weybridge and Chertsey.

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