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How do you get rid of deformed toenails?
If your nail deformity is becoming too much to bear and you must cut it, follow these tips:
- Follow the natural curvature of the toenail when cutting it.
- Do not cut down the side of the nail.
- Use surgical-quality nail clippers.
- Don’t use the same trimmer or nail file on healthy nails and infected nails.
Can fungal toenails be fixed?
Toenail fungus laser treatment can temporarily improve the nail but has a lower cure rate than oral medication. In severe cases that do not respond to treatment, the infected nail may be surgically removed in order to treat the nail bed; a healthy nail can then grow back.
Is there a permanent cure for toenail fungus?
Surgery. Your doctor might suggest temporary removal of the nail so that he or she can apply the antifungal drug directly to the infection under the nail. Some fungal nail infections don’t respond to medicines. Your doctor might suggest permanent nail removal if the infection is severe or extremely painful.
Can deformed toenails be fixed?
A thick, deformed toenail often needs to be permanently removed. This is a simple office procedure that can be done on your initial visit. Once healed, there may be a thin layer of skin that looks quite normal with just an outline of the toenail. This can then be covered with toenail polish if desired.
What is the best fungal nail treatment?
Antifungal tablets Terbinafine and itraconazole are the two medicines most commonly prescribed for fungal nail infections. These usually need to be taken once or twice a day for several months to ensure the infection has completely cleared up. If you stop taking the medication too early, the infection may return.
How do Podiatrists treat toenail fungus?
Podiatrists will treat toenail fungus by using topical creams, removing part of the nail, and or using more modern methods like laser therapy to eliminate the infection.
How do you fix a curved toenail?
The most important thing you can do is trim your toenails using a strong, sharp nail clipper. Cut each toenail to the point where it begins to curve upward. Cut the nail straight across without cutting the edges inward. It’s also important to leave the nail a little long to prevent it from growing inward.