The Lunula fungal nail laser is the most effective treatment at eradicating fungus within the nail. Medical studies have shown that the Lunula cold laser has been able to resolve fungal nails in 96% of cases across 36 weeks. You can see that the fungal nail laser treatment is effective when you compare this to topical, chemical and drug therapies. These all have a much lower success rate and risks of side effects. See more about how to treat fungal nails.
Can Nails Become Reinfected?
Yes! Nails or feet that are exposed to fungi can be infected again. This is much like how you can sprain your ankle multiple times through trauma. This is why we always focus on education and the after-care of our patients.
Although we test and confirm the fungus is no longer in the nail, you do not become immune to fungal infection after Lunula laser treatment. Reinfection can occur if fungal spores are still in the socks or shoes you are using. Also if you continue exposing the nail to the fungus that infected it in the first place. That is why when having a Lunula laser treatment your shoes will be sterilised with a UV laser. It is highly recommended that you either wash all of your old socks with an antifungal wash or you get a new set to prevent reinfection.
How long does treatment take?
Lunula laser treatment goes for approximately 12 minutes per foot. Unlike other treatments, it promises no pain, no aftercare and no recovery time. The Lunula laser kills fungus that lives in and under the toenail. The laser light passes through the nail without causing damage to it or the surrounding skin. The Lunula laser is safe and effective. It poses none of the risk and harmful side effects of oral antifungal medication or surgical intervention.
Is it worth having the fungal nail laser treatment done?
Overall, for a stubborn nail infection the Lunula laser treatment is best if conservative treatments and over-the-counter products have failed. Have you had enough of embarrassing, unsightly nails, or hiding them with nail polish? With its high success rate and 100% pain free treatment, you should ask your podiatrist about fungal nail laser treatments!