Restore Healthier, Clearer-Looking Nails
What is Toenail Fungus?
Toenail fungus is an infection caused by several different kinds of fungi and sometimes yeast. It can change the color and thickness of the affected nail, and sometimes cause pain.
What Causes Toenail Fungus?
Dermatophytes are the fungi most commonly responsible for causing this condition. They are specialized organisms that live on keratin, the main component of nails and skin.
How do I know if I have it? How do I get rid of it?
Symptoms and Treatment of Toenail Fungus
Why Choose Toenail Fungus Laser Treatment?
The fungi responsible for toenail infections are hardy organisms and are extremely difficult to eradicate. Traditional treatments include topical creams and ointments, which are generally ineffective.
Prescription oral antifungal medications provide better results but have many adverse side effects. They must be taken for at least 6-12 weeks, and, are known to cause a rash, diarrhea, and, in some cases liver damage.
Laser treatments, on the other hand, are useful for eliminating nail infections and restoring clear nails without the adverse side effects of oral antifungal medications.
How Does It Work?
How Does Laser Treatment Work for Toenail Fungus?
The treatment involves running the laser over your toenails, the exposed nail bed, and the surrounding tissue. During treatment, the laser penetrates the infected tissue, treating the fungus and any mold and bacteria without damaging healthy tissue.
What to Expect?
Laser treatment for toenail fungus is not painful; you may feel a warming sensation or an occasional pinprick.
There is no downtime, so you can return to your normal activity immediately after the treatment.
The first treatment session will last 20-30 minutes. Subsequent sessions last 15-20 minutes and are spread out 1 month apart.
While laser treatment can effectively eliminate your toenail fungus infections, it will not prevent a new toenail fungus infection from occurring.
Ready to Find Out if Laser Toenail Fungus Treatment Is Right for You?
Schedule your personalized consultation at Revivify Medical Spa. Our physician-led team
will evaluate your condition and recommend the treatment plan that’s best suited to your needs.