Fever<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nThese symptoms indicate a secondary infection is developing, likely from staphylococcus or streptococcus bacteria. However, serious infections can also be caused by antibiotic-resistant bacteria like MRSA.<\/p>\n
At this stage, oral antibiotics or anti-fungal medications will be necessary<\/b>, which a podiatrist can prescribe after properly cleaning and draining an abscess if present.<\/p>\nChronic ingrown nails<\/h3>\n
Ingrown nails that keep growing back despite home treatment or happen repeatedly are considered chronic. This causes nuisance symptoms and puts you at ongoing infection risk. A podiatrist has tools to permanently prevent recurrence through removal of the offending nail edge and chemical cauterization to stop regrowth.<\/p>\n
Here is a comparison of complications that can happen if chronic ingrown nails are left untreated versus reasons to see a podiatrist:<\/b>\n
\n\nComplications if Untreated<\/th>\n | Benefits of Podiatrist Treatment <\/th>\n<\/tr>\n |
\n\n\n- Permanent thickening and distortion of the nail<\/li>\n
- Bone infection (osteomyelitis)<\/li>\n
- Gangrene<\/li>\n
- amputation in severe neglected cases<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n
\n\n- Rapid pain relief<\/li>\n
- Lower chance of recurrence<\/li>\n
- Prevents future infections<\/li>\n
- Avoid need for nail removal surgery<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n
As demonstrated, visiting a podiatrist promptly when complications arise from an ingrown toenail can prevent small problems from becoming serious foot conditions<\/b>. Catching infections early and surgically widening the nail fold means less drastic treatments are required for clearance.<\/p>\nCaring for toenails between pedicures<\/h2>\nTrimming nails regularly<\/h3>\n Getting regular pedicures is important for having healthy, beautiful toenails. However, it’s also crucial to care for your nails in between appointments. One of the most important things is to trim your toenails regularly, about once a week.<\/p>\n This helps prevent them from becoming too long or thick, which can lead to ingrown nails or fungal infections.<\/p>\n Here are some tips for properly trimming your toenails:<\/p>\n \n- Soak your feet in warm water for 5-10 minutes to soften the nails before trimming.<\/li>\n
- Use sharp, sterilized nail clippers designed specifically for thicker toenails.<\/li>\n
- Trim nails straight across, avoiding rounding off the edges.<\/li>\n
- Never cut into the corners of the nails, as this can lead to ingrown toenails.<\/li>\n
- Smooth any rough edges with an emery board or nail file.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Trimming regularly helps you maintain that fresh from the salon look and feel. Just don’t trim too short! Leave a tiny bit of white nail at the tip.<\/p>\n Applying moisturizer<\/h3>\nDry, brittle toenails are more prone to cracking and breaking. That’s why it’s important to keep nails well-moisturized between pedicures. Apply a rich foot cream or thick moisturizer daily, massaging it into the nails and cuticles.<\/p>\n Look for products containing hydrating ingredients like shea butter, glycerin, and vitamin E.<\/p>\n You can also do a weekly deep conditioning treatment by applying petroleum jelly, olive oil, or coconut oil onto nails, and covering with cotton socks overnight. The moisturizing oils will penetrate the nails, leaving them strong and flexible.<\/p>\n Exfoliating once or twice a week also helps keep nails in top shape. Use a foot scrub containing alpha hydroxy acids or gentle scrubs like oatmeal, salt, or sugar. This removes dead skin cells and improves circulation, promoting healthy nail growth.<\/p>\n Wearing properly fitted shoes<\/h3>\nThe health of your toenails goes beyond just caring for them directly – the shoes you wear play a big role too.<\/p>\n Here’s how to choose footwear that supports healthy nails:<\/p>\n \n- Opt for shoes with a wide toe box, which prevents crowding and rubbing against the nails that can cause damage.<\/li>\n
- Avoid heels higher than 2 inches, which shifts weight unnaturally onto the toes and applies excess pressure.<\/li>\n
- Look for shoes with cushioned footbeds and those made of natural materials like leather to absorb moisture and keep feet ventilated.<\/li>\n
- Alternate between different pairs to allow them to fully air out and dry between wears.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Wearing properly fitted, breathable shoes keeps your feet happy and helps you put your best foot forward in between pedicures! Just remember to get those piggies polished again in 4-6 weeks.<\/p>\n Conclusion<\/h2>\nIngrown toenails can be quite troublesome, but regularly having your toenails professionally trimmed and edged at the salon can help prevent this painful condition. Understanding why nail techs cut your toenail sides helps you appreciate this standard pedicure practice.<\/p>\n Next time you get a pedicure, you can relax knowing that the toenail trimming is not just for looks – it’s an important part of keeping your feet healthy and free of ingrown nails.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" If you’ve ever gotten a pedicure, you may have noticed the nail technician trimming off the sides of your toenails. This isn’t just for aesthetics – there’s an important reason behind this standard salon practice. If you’re short on time, here’s the quick answer: Nail salons cut the sides of toenails to get rid of…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":286,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_blocks_custom_css":"","_kad_blocks_head_custom_js":"","_kad_blocks_body_custom_js":"","_kad_blocks_footer_custom_js":"","jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[],"taxonomy_info":{"category":[{"value":2,"label":"Nail Guide"}]},"featured_image_src_large":["https:\/\/www.vampy-varnish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/why-do-nail-salons-cut-sides-of-toenails-1024x614.webp",1024,614,true],"author_info":{"display_name":"Amanda Smith","author_link":"https:\/\/www.vampy-varnish.com\/author\/chris\/"},"comment_info":0,"category_info":[{"term_id":2,"name":"Nail Guide","slug":"nail-guide","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":2,"taxonomy":"category","description":"","parent":0,"count":1279,"filter":"raw","cat_ID":2,"category_count":1279,"category_description":"","cat_name":"Nail Guide","category_nicename":"nail-guide","category_parent":0}],"tag_info":false,"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/www.vampy-varnish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/why-do-nail-salons-cut-sides-of-toenails.webp","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vampy-varnish.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/127"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vampy-varnish.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vampy-varnish.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vampy-varnish.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vampy-varnish.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=127"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.vampy-varnish.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/127\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vampy-varnish.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/286"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vampy-varnish.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=127"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vampy-varnish.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=127"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vampy-varnish.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=127"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}} | |