Avoiding toenail fungus infection is easier than you might think. It is important to stay alert during the summertime. This is typically when people get infected. Our nail doctors will give you the best treatment option. They first consult you. They determine if it is a toenail fungus infection. Furthermore, they will let you know the best treatment option.

Toenail Fungus in the Summer

Avoiding toenail fungus in the summer can be simple. As long as you follow these simple steps, you will stay fungus-free!

  • Never walk barefoot in public places like:
    • public swimming pools
    • gyms
    • locker rooms
    • parks
  • Always wear shoes with clean socks
  • Avoid wearing closed-toe shoes for a long period of time in hot weather
  • Never share nail clippers
    • you can infect your nails if someone with fungus uses them
    • Always clean and disinfect your nail clipper
  • Avoid going to unsanitary nail salons
    • this is a common place to get infected
  • Do not share shoes with someone else

Public Pools and Nail Fungus

Laser Treatment for a Toenail Fungus

Toenail fungus treatments in Arizona 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 Glendale, AZ 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 Glendale, AZ location, or visit our website for more information on our doctors at one of our over 150 locations.