If you’ve noticed your toenails becoming thick, yellow, or crumbly, you’re not alone. One of the first questions patients ask us is: “How long will it take to get rid of this toenail fungus?” It’s a fair question, and the honest answer is that toenail fungus is stubborn. Treatment takes time, and understanding why can [...]
At our clinics, we often consult people who are noticing odd changes in their nails and are wondering if it’s nail fungus. Nail fungus (medical name: onychomycosis) is quite common: it causes nearly half of all nail problems. It’s a fungal infection of the nail, usually starting at the tip or edge. Common signs include [...]
There’s nothing like a fresh pedicure to help your feet feel pampered and ready for sandals, especially in sunny Orlando, where open-toe weather is year-round. But have you ever wondered, “Can a pedicure cause or make toenail fungus worse?" The reality is that improper salon practices or bad at-home pedicure habits can contribute to fungal [...]
Onychomycosis, more commonly known as toenail fungus, is one of the countless infections that people could suffer from. Some of the people who suffer from toenail fungus do so for years. Sometimes this is because they don’t think they can get rid of it. Other times it’s because they try a single toenail fungus treatment [...]
