What are some ways to prevent toenail fungus? Toenail fungus affects more people than you might think. It can be embarrassing to have it. A lot of people enjoy wearing sandals. They also like to show a nice pedicure with nice painted nails. There are some simple things to do to prevent from getting infected. A toenail fungus infection can be cured but it is easy to get reinfected. Once you get it, it is likely you will be more prone to get it again.

Toenail Fungus Prevention

Prevention of nail fungus is important. One way of getting a nail fungus is skin-to-skin contact with people who already have it or other fungal infections on their skin such as Athlete’s foot. Another way of getting fungi in your nails is through objects. You can get nail fungus by walking barefoot in a warm and moist area such as a public pool, or by sharing an infected nail clipper or shoes.

In addition to those conditions above, simply age can be a factor too – older adults are more prone to get fungal nail infections. If you have these conditions above, be extra careful with the fungal nail infection. If you notice any changes in your nails, ask your doctor immediately.

What to do to prevent it

  • Keep your toenails trimmed short, and remember when trimmer to cut straight across to avoid creating ingrown toenails.
  • Wear shoes that are the correct size for your feet, and give your shoes time to air out between wearings.
  • Use anti-fungal sprays, creams, and powders in your shoes and socks.  Some of these you can purchase from our website here (link to products)
  • Avoid using other people’s shoes, and nail trimmers
  • Be aware of nail salons you may go to
    • Never go to a salon that does not line their foot baths with a plastic bag
    • Inquire about how the salon cleans its instruments or if they use new ones for each client.
  • Pay attention to changes in your skin or nail areas. Try to catch foot fungus as early as possible

Laser Treatment for Toenail Fungus

As you can see, tips for healthy feet without nail fungus can be easy to find. Furthermore, if you have caught nail fungus, it can be easily treated using the FDA-approved PinPointe laser. It 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 Antonio, TX 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 Antonio, TX location. Visit our website for more information on our doctors at one of our over 150 locations.