Also known as onychomycosis toenail fungus can make nails turn thick change their color and shape and make them crumbly and even painful.
Fungus laser treatment.
The theory is that a precisely directed laser can eliminate the fungus without harming the surrounding nail tissue.
Laser procedures are an fda approved treatment for toenail fungus a nail disorder that according to the cleveland clinic affects nearly 20 of the u s.
Fungus toenail treatment using at home laser involves aiming 900 1000nm wavelength at the infected area.
Two lasers using different types of laser energy have attracted attention as treatments for fungal infection of the toenails a condition called onychomycosis pronounced oh nee koh my koh sis which can also affect the fingernails.
Another approach to laser treatment of the nails uses a fractional co 2 laser to burn holes in the.
It can take months to see results.
Talk with your doctor if self care strategies and over the counter nonprescription products haven t helped.
Fungal nail infections can be difficult to treat.
The laser sends light energy to the affected area and very gently heat the toenail bed killing the toenail fungus as well as the fungal spores that spread the fungus.
Treatment depends on the severity of your condition and the type of fungus causing it.