I have recurring ingrown toenails and I fix them myself by digging out the area with a sharp end of a necklace
How has this worked out for you?
No problems so far.
You are lucky, but you should probably see a doctor next time. You don't want to inflict a nasty infection on yourself.
It feels good to nip it in the bud by myself. I don't need any doctors.
A doctor can perform the procedure to fix ingrown nails in a safe way, but your home treatment is dangerous. Leave these things to the professionals.