dermatologic disorders
Ingrown Toenail
Treatment
Usually nail excision and destruction of adjacent nail matrix In mild cases, inserting cotton between the ingrown nail plate and painful fold (using a thin toothpick) may provide immediate relief and, if continued, correct the problem. If the shoes are too tight, a larger toe box is indicated. is applied to permanently destroy the nearby lateral nail matrix. (See also How To Treat an Ingrown Toenail .) 