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Even without removing the toenail
the pain goes away

Is your toenail digging into the skin and causing discomfort when you walk?
Removing the toenail may provide temporary relief, but
as it grows back, it may become even more curved, and if fundamental treatment is not carried out
the same problem may recur.

Obliv offers corrective treatment that straightens the nail without pulling it out.

Obliv Clinic Seoul Origin Branch

Key benefits of ingrown toenail treatment

(01)

Treatment calculated based on the curvature stage of an ingrown toenail

When viewing the nail from the front, we checked the degree of 'curling' of the curve connecting both ends.
Depending on this curvature, we take a different treatment approach.

(02)

Class I medical device for clinics and hospitals

Podologe is a proven medical device designed and developed based on advice from Oblive's chief director,
and used by many clinics and hospitals.

(03)

Transparent progress tracking

You do not need to ask, "Is it getting better?".

At every visit, we show you visible improvement by comparing high-resolution photographs.

Treatment time

About 30 minutes

Anaesthesia method

Unnecessary

Hospitalisation status

Unnecessary

Return to normal life

Immediately

Treatment period

Treatment every 3 to 14 days
depending on nail condition

Depending on the condition of the toenail
Treatment at intervals of 3 to 14 days

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If you have these symptoms,
medical attention is needed.

※ Even simple tenderness can progress to an ingrown toenail,
so if the discomfort persists, we recommend early medical consultation.

The toenail is pressing into the flesh, causing pain in the surrounding skin.

Inflammatory reactions such as swelling, redness and oozing occur.

I feel pain when walking or putting on shoes.

The pain is recurring, and the symptoms are getting worse.

Toenail correction treatment with an ingrown toenail correction wire applied
Toenail correction treatment with an ingrown toenail correction wire applied
Toenail correction treatment with an ingrown toenail correction wire applied

For relief of ingrown toenail symptoms
Class 1 medical device for hospitals and clinics
Podologe

Podologe product image

PODOLOGE is for alleviating ingrown toenail symptoms
and is a medical device exclusively for clinics and hospitals, characterised by considering both the structural recovery of ingrown toenails and
hygienic safety.

It is intended to quickly straighten and ease toenails curved on both sides,
and to keep them stable so that they do not curl in again.

PODOLOGE is a clinic-only medical device for relieving ingrown toenail symptoms, and is characterised by considering both the structural recovery of the ingrown toenail and hygienic safety at the same time.

It is intended to quickly straighten and relieve nails curved on both sides,
and to keep the nail stably maintained so that it does not curl again.

Straightening curved toenails
quickly
for improvement and relief

Podolge
Purpose of treatment

To prevent the straightened toenail
from curling back again
for stable maintenance

Straightening curved toenails
quickly
for improvement and relief

To prevent the straightened toenail
from curling back again
for stable maintenance

Podolge
Purpose of treatment

Podologe vs OnicoXlip vs 3XO Comparison

Item

Podiatrist (Podologe)

Podologe

Oniko X Lip

Onico x Lip

3XO

3xo

Material

Stainless steel & nickel-titanium

Stainless steel
& nickel titanium

Stainless steel (SUS304)

Special alloy wire + clip

Structure

Curved spring wire + bracket

Curved spring wire
+ bracket

Hook-shaped S-wire clip
+ O-shaped rubber ring

Straight spring wire + fixing clip

Thickness

0.3, 0.35, 0.4mm (3 types)
Adjustable depending on the angle

0.2 mm

1.2 ~ 1.5mm

Principle of operation

With the elasticity and tension of the central wire
Pull the nail to both sides to improve symptoms

With the elasticity and tension of the central wire
pull the nail to both sides
to improve symptoms

Onico x Lip

Hang the O-ring on the S-wire
Using the elasticity of the O-ring
Gradually lift both ends of the claw

3xo

Hook the wire onto both sides of the nail
Lift from both sides

Procedure difficulty

High (fine-tuning required)

Low (simple attachment method)

Medium to high (proficiency required)

Procedure time

More than 30 minutes

10 to 15 minutes

20 to 30 minutes

Indications

Moderate to severe ingrown toenail

Early to mild ingrown toenail

Moderate to severe ingrown toenail

Reattachment / replacement cycle

Approximately 1–2 weeks

about 2–3 weeks

Approximately 4 to 6 weeks

Pain level

No pain
(There is a possibility of pain when the inflamed area is touched)

Severe pain

There may be a slight foreign-body sensation initially.

Advantages

Strong corrective power, almost no foreign body sensation, low risk of infection

Strong corrective force,
almost no foreign-body sensation, low risk of infection

Simple and quick treatment, with a low risk of infection thanks to sterilisation

Strong corrective force, reusable

Disadvantage

The procedure is technically difficult, so the practitioner’s skill is important.

The procedure is difficult
the practitioner’s skill is important

The correction force is weak, and the claws hardly open, so re-adjustments are frequent.

Difficult procedure, expensive

Main use

Clinics and hospitals

Clinics and hospitals

Hair salon, nail salon, clinics and hospitals

3XO

3xo
3xo

Special alloy wire + clip

Straight spring
Wire + fixing clip

3 to 6 cm or more
(tendons, ligaments,
mainly periosteum)

3xo
3xo

On both sides of the toenail
hook the wire
to lift from both directions

Medium ~ High
(Requires proficiency)

20 to 30 minutes

Moderate to severe
ingrown toenail

Approximately 4 to 6 weeks

There may be a slight foreign-body sensation initially
There may be a slight foreign-body sensation initially

Strong corrective force, reusable

Procedure is difficult,
expensive

Hair salons, nail salons,
clinics and hospitals

Oniko X Lip

Onico x Lip
Onico x Lip

Stainless steel (SUS304)

Hook-shaped
S-shaped wire clip
+ O-shaped rubber ring

0.5 ~ 3cm
(fascia, muscle focus)

Hook the O-ring onto the S wire

By the elasticity of the O-ring
gradually lift both ends of the claw

Onico x Lip
Onico x Lip

Low
(simple attachment method)

10 to 15 minutes

Early to mild
ingrown toenail

About 2 to 3 weeks

Severe pain

Easy and quick procedure,
sterilised processing
low risk of infection

The correction force is weak, and the claws hardly open, so re-adjustments are frequent.

Clinics and hospitals

Item

Material

Structure

Thickness

Principle of operation

Procedure
difficulty

Procedure time

Indications

Reattachment /
Replacement cycle

Pain level

Advantages

Disadvantage

Main use

Podiatrist (Podologe)

Podologe
Podologe

Stainless
steel
& nickel titanium

Curved spring wire + bracket

0.5 ~ 3cm
(mainly fascia, muscles)

With the elasticity of the central wire
and
tension
Improves symptoms by pulling the nail to both sides

High
(Fine adjustment required)

More than 30 minutes

Moderate to severe
ingrown toenail

Approximately 1–2 weeks

No pain
(Inflamed area may cause pain
when touched)

Strong corrective power, almost no foreign body sensation, low risk of infection

The procedure is difficult,
so the operator's
skill is important

Clinics and hospitals

The orthodontic appliance we developed ourselves

Orthodontic appliance
developed by us

Rapid correction quickly relieves pain, and maintenance correction prevents recurrence.
We correct it from the root so that once straightened, the nail does not curl back in again.

Rapid correction quickly relieves pain,
and maintenance correction prevents recurrence.
So that a nail that has been straightened once does not curl back in again,
we correct it from the root.

Oblive Clinic’s chief director participates in development
Participation by the chief director

In many orthopaedic clinics in Korea
currently used verified medical device

In many orthopaedic clinics in Korea
currently used verified medical device

Excellent fit and
comfortable wear

Customised application according to individual nail size and
shape

Obliv nail treatment can
be claimed under private health insurance.

It usually takes about 6 months to a year for a toenail to grow back completely.
Fortunately, treatment for toenail fungus can be claimed under health insurance.
When you register, I’ll guide you through the insurance paperwork.

Obliv's nail treatment can be claimed under private health insurance through consultation with a resident doctor.
Ease the burden of treatment costs
and receive care with peace of mind.

※ Eligibility for private health insurance coverage requires a prior assessment by medical staff, and it must be confirmed with the relevant insurer. Out-of-pocket costs may apply.

※ Whether medical expense insurance applies requires a prior diagnosis by medical staff

and must be confirmed with the relevant insurer, and

there may be an excess to pay.

※ Whether insurance coverage applies under your private health insurance requires prior assessment by medical staff, and
it may need to be confirmed with the relevant insurer, with possible out-of-pocket charges.

Ingrown Toenail FAQ

We discuss your
worries and concerns before the procedure.

What should I do if the Podologe falls off after treatment?

If it falls off within 3 days of application, it can be reapplied, so please contact the hospital before coming in.

What is the difference compared with treatment at a nail salon?

Obliv Clinic treats problematic nails at the root with a systematic programme based on a medical approach. Unlike general nail care, there are clear differences in areas such as hygiene management, treatment plan design, use of MFDS-approved medical devices, and personalised medication prescriptions.

Is it a treatment where the toenail is removed?

No. Obliv’s principle is non-surgical conservative treatment that does not involve removing the nail. We combine corrective devices, medication and lifestyle adjustments to help you recover naturally and safely.

Can I make a claim on my private medical insurance?

Yes, if a disease code is registered after the consultation, you can make a claim for that treatment under your private health insurance. (※ Eligibility may vary depending on the insurer and policy terms.)

Is the pain severe during treatment?

Most treatments are carried out without anaesthesia and are usually almost painless. Even when medical devices are attached, discomfort is usually not significant, and it can be adjusted according to your pain sensitivity, so there is no need to worry. However, if inflammation or granulation tissue is present in the ingrown toenail area, temporary pain may occur in the inflamed area.

How many sessions of treatment do I need?

Depending on the condition of the nail and the degree of deformity, treatment may take at least 3 weeks to more than a year to restore the curvature to the normal range. As the treatment period can vary greatly from person to person, we recommend confirming the exact details through a consultation.

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Business name

Obliv Clinic Seoul Origin Branch

Representative

Mun Ji-eun

Main number

02-6956-3438

Address

B1 to 5th Floor, Pagoda Tower, 93 Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul Metropolitan City

Business Registration Number

511-60-00988

Email

official@oblivseoul.kr

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Business name

Obliv Clinic Seoul Origin Branch

Representative

Mun Ji-eun

Main number

02-6956-3438

Address

B1 to 5th Floor, Pagoda Tower, 93 Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul Metropolitan City

Business Registration Number

511-60-00988

Email

official@oblivseoul.kr

Business name

Obliv Clinic Seoul Origin Branch

Representative

Mun Ji-eun

Main number

02-6956-3438

Address

B1 to 5th Floor, Pagoda Tower, 93 Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul Metropolitan City

Business Registration Number

511-60-00988

Email

official@oblivseoul.kr

All content of Obliv Clinic is protected for five years from the date of first creation in accordance with the [Content Industry Promotion Act].

The copyright of all works created by Obliv Clinic is protected under relevant laws, so unauthorised use without permission may result in civil liability for damages, as well as

We inform you that, under Article 40 of the Content Industry Promotion Act, you may be punished by up to one year’s imprisonment or a fine of up to KRW 20 million.