Is Laser Nail Fungus Treatment Effective?

Nail fungus is a very unsightly condition that can make you want to hide your feet at all times. It can cause great anxiety. If you happen to be dealing with toenail fungus, you probably would like to know how to get rid of it fast. Laser treatment for your nail fungus is one of the best options to eliminate fungus fast. This condition can affect just one toe, but be aware that this is a highly contagious condition and easily spreads to other toes if not promptly treated. This is one of the most advanced treatments for toenail fungus to come on the scene in recent years. Dr. Elizabeth Youngewirth and Dr. Irina Blustein both provide nail fungus laser treatment in Inwood, Washington Heights, NY. Read on to learn more.

What Causes Nail Fungus and What Are Its Symptoms?

If you have the misfortune of hosting fungus on your nails, you are providing them with sustenance because their diet consists partly of a protein in your toenails. They love warm, moist spaces. As such, they present a quagmire - this fungus is the very reason that you do not want to wear certain footwear and walk around with bare feet. However, the fungus multiplies and gets worse in sweaty socks and shoes.

Nail fungus will cause mainly aesthetic symptoms, but will not be the same in everyone. Symptoms may be:

  • Change in nail color (usually a yellowish appearance with white dots showing up in some cases)
  • Nail thickening 
  • Warped and oddly shaped nails
  • Peeling or brittle nails 
  • Bad odor coming from the nail
  • Separation of the toenail from the nailbed 

Why Should I Choose Laser Treatment for My Toenail Fungus?

In Inwood, Washington Heights, NY, laser treatment for nail fungus is a great option. Here's why:

  • Highest success rate: This is not hyperbole, laser treatment works over 90% of the time according to recent studies.
  • No medication: No dealing with side effects from oral medications and no need to routinely buy expensive topical medications
  • Entirely non-invasive: Laser therapy is a no-contact treatment. The device used in laser treatment discharges energy vibrations that produce heat. The heat penetrates the nail where the fungus is present, kills the infected tissue, and sterilizes the surrounding area. This last step helps to prevent new fungi from taking up residence on your toenail. 
  • Fast results: Often this treatment is accomplished in one session, but you may require several visits to completely eradicate the fungus.
  • No downtime: One of the best parts of this treatment is that no downtime is required!

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Once the fungus has hitched a ride onto your toenails, it will not go away on its own unless it is addressed. Treat your nail fungus with laser treatment in Inwood, Washington Heights, NY. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Youngewirth or Dr. Blustein to discuss this treatment by calling (212) 567-6126.

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