Laser toenail fungus treatment in Gulfport can vary. Most people only know of topical solutions and oral medication. A newer treatment option is laser treatment. In our clinics, our nail doctors are specialists in toenail fungus. Our nail doctors first consult you. They will determine if what you have is a toenail fungus. Afterward, they will explain treatment options. Our nail doctors recommend laser treatment.
Symptoms of Toenail Fungus
Here are some symptoms people experience when they have a toenail fungus infection. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, you should visit our nail doctors who are specialists in one of our many locations.
- Discoloration of the nail
- The most common discoloration is the yellowing of the nail. Others experience cloudy or white streaks, brown-ish nails, or even black nails in severe cases
- Also, the entire nail does not need to be discolored. It could be on a portion of your nail or on half the nail
- Thickening of the nail
- This makes it difficult to cut your nails. It is important to maintain your nails
- You can soak your nails in warm water before cutting them. This makes them soft and easier to cut
- Brittleness
- Nails can become weak and brittle. This allows them to crack and grow incorrectly
- Odor
- Some cases of toenail fungus can cause an odor to come off your nails. This can indicate you have a toenail fungus infection
Laser Treatment for a Toenail Fungus in Gulfport
Toenail fungus treatments in Gulfport can vary. 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 Gulfport, MS 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 Gulfport, MS location, or visit our website for more information on our doctors at one of our over 150 locations.