Why do toenails get thick?
Toenails can thicken with age, after an injury, from a fungal infection, or from pressure in your shoes. Thick nails are hard to cut, can press against your shoes and become painful.
Reducing them makes them more comfortable and much easier to look after.
What happens at your appointment
- 1We check your nails and look for the cause.
- 2We safely file down the thickness using sterilised equipment.
- 3We give you advice on looking after your nails between visits.
Common questions
Does it hurt?
No. It's a gentle process and most people feel more comfortable straight away.
How often should I come?
Thick nails keep growing, so most people come back every 6 to 10 weeks.
Could it be a fungal infection?
It might be. We'll take a look and let you know, and give you advice if it is.
Do you do home visits?
Yes, for NG8, NG9 and NG10 postcodes, Monday to Friday. Please call us to arrange one.