No, you should not cut your toenails round.
Cutting your toenails round, or too short and into a curved shape, can increase your risk of developing ingrown toenails. Ingrown toenails occur when the corners or sides of the toenail grow into the surrounding skin, causing pain, redness, swelling, and sometimes infection.
Recommended Toenail Cutting Technique:
Instead of cutting your toenails round, it's best to:
- Cut straight across: Trim your toenails straight across.
- Leave adequate length: Ensure the length is enough so that the corners of the nail lie loosely against the skin at the sides. This helps prevent the nail from digging into the skin.
- Avoid cutting too short: Do not trim your toenails too short.
- File if needed: Use a nail file to smooth any sharp edges after cutting.
By following these guidelines, you can minimize the risk of developing painful ingrown toenails and maintain healthy feet.
