Toenail Disorders
Podiatrists in Woodbury Heights, Haddon Heights, Voorhees & Pine Hill, NJ
Fungal Toenails
Do crumbly, thickened toenails have you hiding your feet? You may have nail fungus.
Fungal toenails are caused by an organism that grows in and under the nail. The fungus likes to grow in warm, moist places like your shoes. As a result, many patients may require ingrown toenail treatment after picking up fungal infections in environments like the gym locker room, nail salons, or due to wearing wet shoes or experiencing trauma.
The fungus can stay in the nails for many years and be passed from one person to another.
Treatment for fungal toenails includes topical and oral medications, which, used together, are very effective. If you're tired of looking at those unsightly toenails, contact Prime Foot and Ankle Specialists and learn all your treatment options.
Ingrown Toenails
Quick, Virtually Painless Correction Of Ingrown Toenails
An ingrown toenail infection can occur when a corner of the nail grows into the flesh of the toe, causing redness and swelling, followed by pain and infection. Ingrown nails can be caused by improper toenail trimming, trauma, or genetic predisposition.
At Prime Foot and Ankle Specialists the treatment for ingrown nails will be gentle and virtually painless, and we'll get you back to your normal activities immediately. Treatment for ingrown toenails is performed by gently numbing the toe and then removing the offending corner of the nail.
If you are experiencing chronic ingrown toenail, our podiatrist can provide ingrown toenail treatment by removing the root in the office, which can permanently prevent the re-growth of the ingrown portion.