Toenail fungus in San Diego treatments can vary. Our nail doctors are specialists in toenail fungus. They will consult you first. Our nail doctors will determine if what you have is a toenail fungus. They will then advise and give the best treatment options. Afterward, they will explain their recommended treatment option and explain the process. It is important to have all the information about each treatment before you decide.

Treatment Options for Toenail Fungus

The most common treatment option is topical solutions. Here are a few reasons why topical solutions are not the best treatment option for toenail fungus

  • They have a cure rate of about five to ten percent
  • Can take up to a year to see any results
  • Over-the-counter medication
    • This means that it is most likely not strong enough to kill all the fungus
  • The topical solution typically only stays on your nail
    • As a result, it does not penetrate through the nail bed

Another treatment option is an oral medication. Here are a few reasons why our nail doctors do not recommend this treatment for toenail fungus.

  • This can lead to liver toxicity
  • Most medications require constant blood tests
  • Can cause other health problems in people who have underlying health issues

Toenail Fungus Anti-fungal Oral Medication

Laser Treatment for a Toenail Fungus

Toenail fungus treatments in San Diego 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 San Diego, CA 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 San Diego, CA location, or visit our website for more information on our doctors at one of our over 150 locations.