Is Onyfix Permanent?

If you’ve been struggling with painful, ingrown toenails that keep coming back, Onyfix offers a gentle, non-surgical way to change how your nail grows. One of the most common questions patients ask is whether Onyfix is a permanent fix.

The short answer: for many people, yes — Onyfix can be permanent. But let’s break down what that really means.

How Onyfix Creates Long-Term Change

Onyfix works by guiding the nail as it grows, gradually retraining it to grow in a flatter, healthier shape.

The flexible composite strip applied by your podiatrist stays on the nail for several months, to upwards of a year, usually through an entire nail-growth cycle.

During that time, the Onyfix band holds the nail in its corrected position while new nail cells form underneath. As the nail grows out, it “learns” this new way to grow.

How Long Do the Results from Onyfix Last

Once the Onyfix strip is removed, most patients notice that their nail continues to grow straight on its own. In those cases, the correction is permanent — no more cutting, numbing, or constant ingrowns coming back.

However, certain things can change how long the results last:

• Severity of the original ingrown toenail – More curved nails may need a longer application.

• Footwear and daily habits – Tight shoes or not trimming your nails properly can cause the nail to curve again.

• Other nail issues– Problems like nail fungus or a history of nail trauma can affect the long-term success of Onyfix

With proper nail care and the right shoes, many patients experience years — and often a lifetime — of relief after Onyfix treatment.

If the Ingrown Returns After Onyfix?

In some cases, your podiatrist may recommend another Onyfix application months or years later if the nail begins to curve again. The process is quick, pain-free, and does not damage the nail, so repeating it as needed is simple and safe.

The Bottom Line

Onyfix isn’t a temporary band-aid; it’s a gentle way to retrain the way your toenail grows. While every patient is different, most enjoy long-term — often permanent — results without surgery, injections, or downtime.