Toenail fungus treatments in Gainesville can vary. People who suffer from a toenail fungus infection need to seek treatment. It is important to see a nail doctor. They will provide you with the best treatment. Our nail doctors will first consult you. they examine you and determine if what you have is a nail fungus. Afterward, they will explain possible treatment options. They will also recommend the best treatment option for you. It is important to receive all information on each treatment option. Especially now that summertime is coming up. You do not want to have your nails with nail fungus exposed when wearing sandals at the beach.
Topical Solutions
The most common treatment option is topical solutions. This is because they are sold over the counter. There is no prescription needed. Topical solutions have a cure rate of about five to ten percent. This is so low because the topical solution does not penetrate all the way through the nail bed. In order to be cured, all the fungus must die. Some people can go over a year with seeing little to no results. This is not the best treatment option for a toenail fungus infection.
Oral Medication
Another treatment option is an oral medication. This has a cure rate of about sixty percent. Although it is higher, it can lead to liver toxicity. This is why our nail doctors do not recommend this treatment option. You would need constant blood tests to ensure your liver isn’t being damaged. It can be tedious work. It can also cause other problems for people with underlying health issues.
Laser Treatment for a Toenail Fungus
Toenail fungus treatments in Gainesville can vary. If you have caught nail fungus, it can be easily treated using the FDA-approved PinPointe laser, which typically only takes on treatment. Other treatments like topical solutions and oral medication are not as effective. Topical solutions have a very low cure rate. This is because the solution does not penetrate all the way through the nail bed. This is because it can lead to liver toxicity. You would need to have consistent blood tests throughout the course of taking the medication.
Our nail doctor in Gainesville, FL recommends this treatment for toenail fungus. The PinPointe Laser treatment has the highest cure rate in the market. It has no side effects and no recovery period. As a result, you can go about your daily activities right after the treatment. Also, there’s no pain.
If you have any signs of nail fungus, call us at 800-672-0625 at our Gainesville, FL location, or visit our website for more information on our doctors at one of our over 150 locations.
