Laser toenail fungus treatment in Austin can vary. People easily get infected. They try out home remedies to get rid of the infection. When infected with a toenail fungus, it’s important to speak with a nail doctor. They recommend the best treatment option after evaluating you.
How Does Laser Toenail Fungus Removal in Austin, TX work?
Laser Nail Therapy uses the PinPointe Nd: YAG laser. It effectively kills the fungus that lives inside and under the toenails. The laser light targets the fungus and penetrates the nails to attack the fungus. But it doesn’t damage any surrounding tissues. In fact, our doctors perform laser treatment on the nails that don’t look to be infected. This is to ensure that any fungal spores are killed and will not reinfect the patient again.
PinPointe laser treatment is usually painless and doesn’t have any side effects.
Treatment Options
One of the most common treatment options is topical solutions. They are sold over the counter. Most of these topical solutions have a cure rate of less than five to ten percent. This is because the solution does not penetrate all the way through the nail bed. All the fungus must die in order to be cured. It is the lease recommended by nail doctors
Another treatment option is oral medication. This has a cure rate of about sixty percent. Although it is much higher, it can lead to liver toxicity. Our nail doctors do not recommend this treatment option. Also, you would need to have constant blood tests to ensure your liver isn’t damaged. If you have underlying health conditions, oral medication can be dangerous to take.
How Many Treatments Will I Need?
Most of our patients with toenail fungus are happy with the results after just one laser session. If reinfection occurs, you may receive retreatment at a discounted rate.
How Much is the Consultation?
We offer a free consultation for all of our patients. Call us today at 800-672-0625 or fill out your information on our website to schedule.
Tips on Avoiding a Toenail Fungus
Here are a few tips on how to take care of your nails. First, never share any nail clippers or other nail tools with anyone. The fungus can stay on the nail clippers. Furthermore, it can infect others. Second, always wear slippers or shoes in public places. This includes pools, gyms, hot tubs, hot springs, saunas, and locker rooms. Next, always wear a new pair of socks when putting on new shoes. The fungus can live in shoes where your feet sweat.
Also, make sure nail salons are clean. When removing acrylic nails, do not pull them off. This leads to a traumatic injury. As a result, it makes it vulnerable to getting infected.
Laser Treatment for a Toenail Fungus in Austin
If you have caught nail fungus, it can be easily treated using the FDA-approved PinPointe laser, which typically only takes one 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.
