At Podiatry & Wellness Clinic, ingrown toenails are one of the most common, and potentially painful, foot issues we see. Ingrown toenails typically affect the big toe, and occur when the nail grows around the side of the toe. They can cause pain, inflammation and even serious infection if left untreated. There are quite a few causes for ingrown toenails, which is why they are such a common issue. Here are just a few ways you could get an ingrown toenail: Not cutting your toen