Treat Your Toenail Fungus Using Laser Therapy

According to the American Academy of Dermatology

, fungal infection of the nails affects about 12 percent of Americans. The development of fungus underneath your toenails will start off as an unsightly annoyance. Over time, this annoyance can develop into a painful condition that requires treatment. Treatments in the past have consisted of oral medication to eradicate the infection or surgery to remove part of the nail in extreme cases. Technological increases have led to the development of laser technology that can get rid of your toenail fungus without medication or invasive surgery. If you are experiencing a fungal toenail, talk to your Wilmette podiatrist today to learn more about how laser treatment can help you.

How Does Laser Treatment Work?

When you notice a fungus developing on your nails, it is important to see your podiatrist as soon as you can. The longer you wait, the worse the fungal infection will get and the lengthier your treatment will have to be to get rid of the infection. He or she will also be able to discuss cost and insurance information with you. Once you see your podiatrist, he or she will tell you if laser treatment is the right option for you. After this, he or she will begin by shining the laser directly onto your infected toenail. The laser is used with a specific wavelength to only target the fungal cells and leave your normal skin cells under your toe unharmed. During the process, you will experience little to no discomfort at all. Usually within a half hour, your treatment will be finished. As your toenail grows in after your laser treatment, your nail will slowly clear up and the discoloration of your fungal infection will fall away. After about 6 months, most people report that their fungal infection has totally been removed.

Care For Your Toes

Unfortunately, fungal toe laser treatment cannot guarantee that a fungal infection will not return. If you do not change your lifestyle habits that led to the development of your fungus, it is possible and likely that it will return. Your podiatrist can help you by giving you advice on how to maintain healthy feet and can prescribe topical cream to help fight future infections. In addition, here are a few more pieces of advice:

*Wear dry cotton socks and change them when they become wet.

*Don't share nail files or clippers with other people.

*Wear shoes that allow your feet to breathe. Moist and tight shoes can contribute to the formation of toenail fungus.

*Wear sandals or shower shoes when you are at a public pool or shower.

*Throw out your old shoes. If they are excessively dirty and sweaty, it is possible that they contributed to the formation of your fungal nails.

To get more information on fungal nails or to schedule an appointment, contact your Wilmette podiatrist today.

by: Gen Wright

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