Start Laser Treatment Now and Banish Fungal Toenails Before Sandal Season

Toenail fungus (onychomycosis) affects about 6-7 million people in the United States. Pesky fungi sneak under your nails, causing them to thicken, crumble, discolor, and sometimes become smelly. While that might gross you out, you don’t have to tolerate unsightly toenail fungus — especially with summer approaching.

Laser treatments offer a painless, noninvasive solution. Dual board-certified podiatrist and foot and ankle surgeon Jason Armstrong, DPM, fights toenail fungus in Shenandoah and Humble, Texas, using laser therapy and other approaches.

Here’s what you need to know about laser treatment for nail fungus and what you can expect from the process.

How laser treatment eliminates toenail fungus

Studies tout the effectiveness of laser treatment for fungal toenails, often outperforming conventional methods with fewer adverse effects.

By heating up the toenail tissue layers, laser treatment banishes pesky fungi by destroying the genetic material they need to survive and grow. This painless procedure produces results without any downtime.

Laser therapy directly targets the root cause of fungal growth, eliminating it at its source. With each session, the fungus weakens, providing lasting relief.

Effectiveness of laser treatments

Laser treatments can eliminate nail fungus for good, with success rates as high as 90% (compared to a 50% success rate for traditional prescription therapies).

Benefits of laser treatment for toenail fungus

Choosing laser therapy to eliminate fungal nails means you get:

Safe, effective treatment
High success rates
No discomfort
No medication side effects
Fast treatment sessions

What to expect from your laser treatment session

Each laser treatment for toenail fungus lasts about 30 minutes, and you can return to your daily routine immediately.

By addressing the current fungal infection with laser treatment, you stop it from spreading or getting worse. Most people need at least two treatments, spaced 5-6 weeks apart, to fully eliminate the fungus. Aesthetically pleasing results often appear within two months of the initial session.

How to stop toenail fungus from coming back

To stop toenail fungus from recurring, keep your feet clean and dry, trim your toenails often, and wear breathable shoes and socks. Avoid walking barefoot in public areas (pool decks, locker rooms, community showers, saunas, etc.).

Start laser treatments now

Want to kick toenail fungus to the curb before summer sandal season? Now’s the time. With effective, lasting results, laser treatment provides a great option for anyone ready to enjoy healthy nails again.

Schedule laser treatment for toenail fungus with Dr. Armstrong today by contacting us by phone or requesting an appointment online.