- Treatment has been hailed as a breakthrough as it is fast and effective.
- Treatments target the source of the infection beneath the nail plate, clearing nail fungus within a few short treatment sessions.
Toenail fungus is unlikely to get better without treatment. Once established it will generally continue to get worse and risk infecting other nails too. Traditional treatments such as medications and topical paints and creams show only limited success in curing the condition and it will often recur.
Do I Have Fungal Nail Infection?
The signs and symptoms can be subtle at first, but once established, the nails can become very badly damaged:
- Discolored white, yellow, even turning brown
- Disfigured, thickened or twisted nails
- Crumbling, flaky or brittle nails
- Scaliness under the nail
- Distorted nail, lifting off the nail bed
- Loss of nail
Will it Go Away Naturally?
No, fungal nail infection is very unlikely to clear up without treatment.
Untreated, fungal nail infection can spread to other nails too. Very well established infections can also cause discomfort as the nail becomes thick and rubs in footwear. Which is why with your first session we send you home a Free Home Care Kit to assist in maintaining a fungal free environment.
What Does the Laser Actually Do?
- The laser uses light to dry out the fungus.
- The laser light penetrates through the toenail to the nail bed beneath where the fungus is hiding.
- The laser light is focused on the diseased nail while the healthy tissue is unaffected.
- The laser treatment uses your own body to fight the fungal infection by expanding the blood vessels.
- The treatment will encourage a healthier blood flow to your toes which increases your ability to fight future infection.
It will cost $45.00 per toenail which includes two visits and a free home care kit.
First Laser Treatment Session
- Session Time: 30 minutes
- Foot Exam
- Trim and file nails
- First Laser Treatment
- Session Time: 20 minutes
- Foot Exam
- Trim and file nails
- Second Laser Treatment
Take home a free home care kit which includes:
- Shoe Spray
- Topical Antifungal Cream
- Anit-Fungal Laundry Soap
ABOUT GRADY PODIATRY
Grady Podiatry offers a wide variety of services to treat our patients and strives to improve the overall health and well-being. We focus on preventing, diagnosing, and treating conditions associated with the foot and ankle.
More than 75% of all Americans will experience foot and ankle problems of varying degrees at one time in their lives. As older Americans are living longer, healthier lives and the general public's emphasis and interest in sports increase the need for healthy feet the need for podiatric physicians will continue to grow.
Grady Podiatry focuses on preventing the need for surgery and amputations. We specialize in treatment for a variety of foot and ankle ailments, including calluses, ingrown toenails, heel spurs, and arch problems. In addition, Grady Podiatry also treats foot and leg problems associated with diabetes and other systemic diseases. With Dr. Jennifer Flo, a dedicated wound-healing physician, Grady Podiatry offers the treatment of chronic or difficult-to-heal wounds.
A general overview of Grady Podiatry services and focus includes but not limited to:
- Strong emphasis on prevention
- Evaluation of all patients through a comprehensive examination
- Safe Medical Pedicures
- Diagnosis and treatment of all foot problems
- Follow-up service for continuity of care
- Nursing Home and Hospital on-call service for consultation and treatment of acute foot problems
- Wound care management
- Diabetic shoe therapy
- Laser Treatment
If you have any questions, please contact us by calling (440) 333-7722 and schedule an appointment.
Website: http://gradypodiatry.com
Contact
Dr. Jennifer L FLo
***@gradypodiatry.com
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