Laser treatment of nail fungus
Now that you've gotten this far, you're probably asking yourself "How to treat nail fungus ?". This is an issue that can have multiple solutions depending on the specifics of the case. We would like to present you one of these solutions, which practice shows to be among the most applicable, modern and strongest "medicines" for the removal of toenail and fingernail fungus- we are talking about laser therapy of this dermatological problem.
But before we convince you why this relatively new method is preferable to the existing ones and how it surpasses them, it is right to briefly mention which are the traditional methods of treating fungus and what are their disadvantages.
Traditional methods of nail fungus treatment?
The two therapies that are currently the most popular are local and systemic. Topical therapy involves the use of special solutions, varnishes and creams for fungus, which are applied to the surface of the nail plate. The disadvantage of the method is manifested in the presence of fungi under the nail or at great depth, since these preparations can not penetrate so deeply and reach the infection. When this method is ineffective, systemic therapy is resorted to. It involves the internal intake of antifungal pills for fungus.Since it involves the intake of medication, the treatment is not applicable to patients with certain conditions. Apart from this, the drugs themselves are very strong and strain the liver, and their long use can be harmful to the body. A final option is also to remove the damaged nail surgically.
What is our solution ?
Now that you're familiar with the drawbacks of previous forms of treatment, it's time to convince you why laser therapy is a truly innovative, safe and truly effective solution for nail fungus removal and why we believe it's the future in treating this condition.
Is the method safe and painless?
The topical and systemic therapies described are also efficacious, but are accompanied by multiple side effects and potential harm to the liver and cardiovascular system. Laser treatment, on the other hand, is completely safe because it works entirely outside the human body and only on the area around the nail. At the same time, the procedure is painless and works in depth. One of the biggest advantages over medicated treatment is that the fungus cannot develop resistance to the laser, thanks to which its effectiveness is maintained regardless of the number of procedures and repetitions carried out.
How is the laser treatment of nail fungus ?
The uniqueness of the Clear Choice technology of the Israeli ALMA laser systems offered in our centre lies in the consistent use of two different lasers (instead of 1 - as usual) that destroy fungal spores in all depths of the nail. The first phase uses a so called Q-switched laser that breaks down the outer hard layer of the fungal spore, making it "defenseless". This opens the way to the second phase and the so-called Nd:YAG 1064 nm laser, which defeats and destroys the spores and vegetative forms of the fungus quickly and efficiently. The laser beam passes through the hard layer of the nail and reaches the base of the nail tissue where the fungal organisms live.
The result?
Clinical studies and our experience show high effectiveness in the laser treatment of fungus under the nails and especially on the feet. In almost 90% of cases the result is available after a few short treatments, the nail remains healthy and does not deform. The durability of the result depends on the causative agent of the infection and, above all, on good hygiene and the patient's compliance with the dermatologist's recommendations after the procedures.
CLEAR CHOICE MAIN ADVANTAGES:
- rapid and visible improvement in the appearance of the nail plate
- safe procedure without side reactions
- minimal discomfort
- long-term results
- 95% success rate
- short treatments between 10-25 minutes
- fungi cannot develop resistance to laser therapy
Laser treatment of foot and hand fungus has none of the side effects such as headaches, diarrhea, skin rashes and in some cases even damage to the liver or cardiovascular system and is therefore an increasingly preferred method of treatment.
Is there pain during the procedure?
Each procedure takes place in 2 stages, and only during the first one the patient may experience slight discomfort - the sensation is of a slight prickling. During the second phase, the only sensation is a warming of the treated area.
What results can I expect and when?
Treatment of fungus requires serious persistence and consistency on the part of the patient. Usually, the first visible results are observed already after the first month. The key factors here in order to achieve the fastest and most lasting results are the patient's strict adherence to hygiene and the dermatologist's recommendations. Otherwise, the possibility of recurrence increases. The full efficacy of the procedure is monitored after complete healing of the nail (after 8-9 months).
Is laser fungus treatment safe?
Laser treatment for nail fungus is completely safe and has none of the side effects of drug treatment such as headaches, diarrhea, skin rashes, etc. This makes it suitable for use among a wide range of people and for long periods of time.
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