Nail surgery is a common procedure carried out by a podiatrist to remove part (Partial Nail Avulsion), or all (Total Nail Avulsion) of a problem toenail.  

Problem nails include infected, in growing or damaged toenails and distorted thick nails that are causing pain and which have not responded to conservative treatment.

In both cases Phenol can be applied to the underlying nail matrix to help stop regrowth of the nail. This procedure is known as a Phenol Matricectomy and has a success rate of around 95% in preventing re-growth.

As with all surgical procedures, the podiatrist will be happy to explain in depth all the risks and benefits of such a procedure with you at your assessment appointment.