Toenail fungus with bleach is not recommended for treatment. Many people might think since bleach is a strong chemical it might kill the fungus, but it does not. Toenail fungus with bleach has the potential to cause severe damage to all parts of the toe and foot, and should be avoided at all costs. Our nail doctors do not recommend this treatment at all as it can be very dangerous.

Bleach Treatment at Home

Bleach treatment may seem like a simple thing to try because there are articles online that claim it is a valid treatment option. However, the people writing these articles are not licensed, medical professionals. There is a lack of proper medical, clinical research for bleach treatments at home. Bleach has very strong chemicals that can lead to chemical burns and severe irritation on the skin. Bleach is not meant to be used on the skin as it clearly states on labels on the bottle. People might think that because it has strong chemicals that it will kill the fungus on their nails. As a result, people might end up doing more harm to their nails and surrounding skin. Bleach is used for cleaning bathrooms and kitchens and areas that are very dirty.

The chemicals in bleach can help with very tough grime stains and remove dirt from many surfaces. Although bleach can be very helpful with cleaning, it should in no way be used to treat toenail fungus. Toenail fungus treatment with bleach can cause different levels of damage which depend on multiple factors, including how long the bleach was on the skin. Chemical burns develop into a more severe condition as the chemical and the skin touch for a longer period of time. More concentrated bleach will also increase the level of burn significantly as it becomes more and more concentrated. Bleach should only be used for cleaning materials, not infections developed on people.

Laser for Toenail Fungus

Our nail doctors recommend laser treatment. The PinPointe Laser is the most effective treatment option. It has a cure rate of 85 percent. This treatment is very safe and it is FDA approved. Also, there is no recovery period so you can go about your daily activities right after treatment. This is because our cure rate can be achieved with just one treatment. Our nail doctors will consult you and recommend the best treatment option. To schedule, a free consultation call us at (800) 672-0625 or visit our website for more information.

Laser Treatment for nail fungus