Treatment & Surgery
The fee structure for nail surgery is as follows:
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Initial assessment (PNA or TNA – 45 min): £55
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Surgical session (1 hour, phenol application): £420
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Additional toe (per extra toe treated during surgery): £50
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Two follow‑up redressing sessions (included)
Additional treatments are available please inquire for more information.
Nail Surgery (Ingrown Toenails)
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What: Minor surgery to remove part or all of an ingrown toenail under local anaesthetic.
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Who: For recurrent, painful, or infected ingrown toenails.
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Types:
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Partial Nail Avulsion (PNA) – Removes the affected part.
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Total Nail Avulsion (TNA) – Removes the entire nail.
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Phenolisation – Applies phenol to prevent regrowth.
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Recovery: 4-6 weeks, with regular dressing changes.
Laser Therapy (Verrucae & Fungal Nails)
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What: High-intensity light targets infected tissue.
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Who:
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Verrucae – Destroys infected skin tissue.
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Fungal Nails – Kills fungal infection beneath the nail.
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Procedure: Mild discomfort, multiple sessions may be needed.
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Effectiveness: Varies, may need more treatments.
Cryotherapy (Verrucae & Warts)
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What: Freezing treatment with liquid nitrogen or nitrous oxide to destroy tissue.
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Who: For persistent verrucae or warts.
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Procedure: Freezing agent causes tissue damage, treated skin sheds.
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Recovery: Multiple sessions may be needed.
Verruca Needling
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What: Puncturing verrucae with a sterile needle to stimulate immune response.
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Who: For stubborn or multiple verrucae.
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Procedure: Local anaesthetic used, virus is introduced to deeper skin.
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Effectiveness: Often successful after one session, less recurrence than cryotherapy.