A fungal nail is an infection characterized by a change in the toenail s colour, thickness, and quality. It is also known as onychomycosis. It may cause pain and difficulty in walking. Fungal nails are unsightly and may be malodorous and a source of embarrassment.
Studies estimate that fungal nail infections affect three to five percent of the population. However, podiatrists believe that because so many cases go unreported, the incidence is much higher.
You may suffer from nail fungus if you have one or more of the following symptoms:
With summer quickly approaching, we can help clear toenail fungus and get your feet sandal-ready. Our new laser machine is proven to be a safe and effective solution for treating toenail fungus.
The laser kills the fungus that lives in and under the toenail. The laser light passes through the toenail without causing damage to the nail or the surrounding skin. At the time of the procedure, the toenail will not become instantly clear, it takes time to grow out.
Your podiatrist will repeat this several times until enough energy has reached the nail bed. Your nail will feel warm during the treatment.
Depending on how many toes are involved, a single treatment session will take under 30 minutes. Treatment times will vary, so please ask your podiatrist for more information.
Until recently, sufferers of onychomycosis had few options for successfully treating this embarrassing condition. Often, the treatments could take months or even longer with limited success.
Our laser treatment is very safe. No side effects or adverse reactions have been reported.
Most people feel no pain. Some people feel a warming sensation and very few feel a pinprick.
Immediately following the procedure your nail may feel warm for a few minutes. Over the coming weeks and months, your nail should begin to grow out clear of any fungus and you will begin to see new healthy nail.
Onychomycosis may slow the growth of your nail, so result times will vary. On average, most patients will start to see results within eight to 10 weeks.
The number of laser treatments will vary depending on how severely each digit is infected. After the initial treatment, most podiatrist will follow up a few weeks later.
The majority of patients can resume normal activities immediately after their treatment. Your podiatrist will discuss this in more detail.
The infection improves following one treatment but you will need to continue with home care techniques to reduce recurrence of the infection. There is a chance of re-infection because the fungus is present everywhere in the environment.
You can apply polish immediately after the treatment. It is important to remove all nail polish and nail decorations the day before your treatment.
No. You walk in and walk out immediately after your treatment.