Remedies For Ingrown Nails

Wear Sensible Shoes

The biggest cause for ingrown nails is wearing uncomfortable and tight shoes that push on the toes. As a means of prevention, it is best to wear sensible shoes with enough space for the front part of the foot. When the symptoms of ingrown nails are still prevalent, it is more important than ever to wear comfortable shoes or sandals as much as possible. The shoes should even be a little larger in the toe area so there is no excess pressure on the nails. The socks and hosiery worn also have to be large enough to loosely cover the foot. During the summer, wearing sandals as much as possible is an easy way to make sure the toe has enough space for the time it takes to recover.

Antibiotic Cream

Antibiotic creams are used to treat and prevent the infection, including those associated with ingrown nails, caused by many different types of bacteria. Antibiotic cream can be used topically to heal the ingrown nail. An over-the-counter antibiotic ointment can be easily purchased at any pharmacy. This cream will help heal the infection and prevent infection, and should be applied on the symptomatic spot three times daily. After carefully applying the ointment on the toe or hand affected with the ingrown nail, carefully bandage the nail to isolate it from external contaminants, and allow it to begin the healing process as quickly and efficiently as possible.