LASER FOR TOENAIL FUNGUS
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Lunula Laser® - Healthy, Clear Nails Made Simple
Tired of looking at those unsightly toenails?
The LUNULA LASER® is an easy and convenient treatment that helps turn your discolored and disfigured nails into clearer, healthier-looking nails.
The only touchless, painless solution for Onychomycosis
No pain, no downtime, and no risk
No more embarrassment about unsightly feet
The Lunula Laser is a low-level laser in a box that effectively targets Onychomycosis.
Do thickened, crumbly nails have you hiding your feet?
Painless treatment for Onychomycosis. Laser therapy for toenail fungus is an easy and convenient treatment. It can help turn your discolored and disfigured nails into clearer, healthier-looking nails.
No more embarrassment about unsightly feet. This procedure uses a laser light to target the fungus under the nail and does not harm the surrounding skin. Typically, toenail fungus is cleared up in 1-3 treatments.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Laser devices produce pulses of energy that cause heat. Laser targets toenail fungus and penetrating nails to treat Onychomycosis effectively.
Most lasers used are CO2 lasers or yttrium-aluminum-garnet (YAG) lasers. Their wavelengths are ideal for increasing the localized temperature. For example, the tissue is gasified and decomposed under the nail, destroying any fungus in the surrounding tissue.
In addition, the laser sterilizes the area, preventing new fungal growth. Because the laser treatment can damage your tissue, low energies are used for safety. As a result, multiple treatments are typically needed to eliminate all the fungal growth.
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Yes. According to the US Department of Health and Human Services, several FDA-approved laser devices produce a "temporary increase in clear nails in patients with Onychomycosis".
In fact, the treatment was shown to be effective in multiple clinical trials.
Laser therapy is associated with a high rate of negative cultures — meaning fungus typically doesn't grow after laser treatment.
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Most cases of Onychomycosis are treated with topical or oral antifungals. Topical antifungals include creams, ointments, and even nail varnishes designed to prevent or treat fungal infections.
By comparison, laser treatments for toenail fungus are much stronger than topical antifungals and can yield systemic side effects. Topical antifungals, on the other hand, are generally very safe.
The side effects of antifungal medications include elevated liver enzymes, liver failure, headaches, stomach discomfort, loss of taste, and lupus-like symptoms, many patients aren't keen on the treatment.
Indeed, oral medication may need a four-month course, and topical antifungals can take a year to demonstrate results. In contrast, laser treatment works quickly and effectively.
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Laser for fungus toenails is a simple, pain-free procedure. During the session, your foot doctor will inspect your foot. A debridement, where your toenails are clipped and dead skin clean, may occur prior to the procedure.
The podiatrist will clean the foot with a sterile solution. The laser will be maneuvered over the affected nails, using pulses to minimize heat on the skin. In total, a session lasts 30 minutes or less, and 1-3 sessions are needed for lasting results.
Look for these signs of improvement after laser therapy for toenail fungus:
Reduce yellow, white, or brown toenail discoloration
No more flaky debris under or on the nail.
No more detachment of the nail from the nail bed.
Normal shape and texture of new nail growth (no thickness, bumps, or altered shape).
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No anesthesia
No toxic medication, thus no side effects
No recovery time
No surgery or pain
The Pinnacle Series Laser System (Maximum Energy Laser Treatment – MELT) features advanced technology and can deliver more energy than other therapy lasers.
This additional power, coupled with our optimal wavelength and treatment beam size, results in deeper penetration. It also significantly speeds up treatment times and delivers the proper therapeutic dosage.
These features provide our team of podiatrists with the superior ability to treat difficult conditions. Ultimately, they enable us to provide better clinical outcomes for patients.
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Our foot doctor is the best person to talk with if you have questions or concerns about the treatment.
Foot & Ankle Centers has extensive knowledge and specialized training on all aspects of its use, safety, and effectiveness. Schedule an appointment today with our podiatrist or contact us for more information.