Symptoms of Nail Fungus
Nail fungus symptoms to look out for include:
● A discolouration or streaking of the nails that is white or yellow
● Thicker nails or more pronounced nail ridges
● Brittle, crumbling, or flaky nails
● At the end, the nail can begin to pull up and come out.
Based on the nature and severity of your problems, your podiatrist will determine which of our two types of laser nail fungal treatment in London —hot or cold—is the best fit for you.
Hot and Cold Laser Treatments
Hot Laser Treatment
Heat is produced at the infection location beneath the nail plate by thermal (hot) laser therapy, which penetrates the nail with ease and effectiveness. Laser nail fungal treatment in London is painless since the fungus cells are eliminated (before your healthy cells are harmed). You'll just get a warm feeling on your nail.
Cold Laser Treatment
To harm the live fungus and aid in your body's removal of the infection, cold laser fungal nail therapy applies two low-level beams to the nail at the same time. The term "cold" laser refers to the fact that the beams' frequency produces no heat. It's crucial to remember that nails, even ones that appear healthy, are devoid of live cells. This is crucial to understand since a dead cell cannot mend or fight off an infection. This implies that the harm caused by the fungus cannot be undone once the laser therapy is finished and the fungal cells have been eliminated. The damage will gradually go away as the healthy nail grows out, but it will take several months.
Because the cold laser simultaneously removes the fungal infection using two cool light wavelengths, it is painless. With this procedure, no patient has ever complained of discomfort.
It has been discovered that both hot and cold lasers are more effective than topical ointments and lotions as well as oral prescription drugs.
What to Expect During Treatment
Heat is applied by a hot laser to target the fungus; this process is usually not uncomfortable. When the laser is administered to your nail, you can experience a warm feeling. The skilled podiatrist is in charge of this, so if you're concerned, know that we can immediately stop the treatment if you notice any discomfort.
Get rid of your nail fungal by giving us a call.
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