PreventionTo help prevent an ingrown toenail:
Trim your toenails straight across. Don't curve your nails to match the shape of the front of your toe. If you have your toenails done at a nail salon, be sure
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Prevention
Trim toenails straight across, and leave slightly longer then the end of the toe
Discontinue wearing tight fitting shoes and/or socks
Wear shoes and socks made of natural materials (ie. l
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