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Laser Toenail Fungus Treatment
Are you hiding your toes due to toenail fungus? At Fallbrook Podiatry, our beauty-focused, medical approach helps you regain clear, comfortable nails. Using our state-of-the-art Aspen laser system alongside prescription and supportive therapies, we target fungus beneath the nail so you can step out confidently again.
Effective Toenail Fungus Treatment
Toenail fungus (onychomycosis) is common—especially in athletes and seniors—and can cause thick, discolored, brittle nails that snag in shoes and feel tender. If you share locker rooms, wear tight or sweaty footwear, or have stubborn infections, a comprehensive plan beats one-size-fits-all fixes.
Understanding Toenail Fungus
- What it is: Dermatophyte (and other) fungi thrive in warm, moist shoes and invade under the nail plate.
- Common signs: Thickened, yellow/brown nails; crumbly edges; debris under the nail; occasional odor; nail lifting.
- How it spreads: Barefoot exposure (showers, pools), shared tools, sweaty socks/shoes, athlete’s foot spreading to nails.
- Why it persists: The nail shields fungi from topicals and nails grow slowly—so clearing takes time and consistency.
Why Toenail Fungus Is Hard to Beat
Home remedies and OTC creams rarely penetrate well. Even effective treatments need months as new clear nail grows out. Our approach combines modalities—addressing fungus in the nail, on the nail, and around the foot—to speed clearance and prevent recurrence.
Our Toenail Fungus Treatment Options
Prescription Oral Antifungals
Terbinafine or itraconazole attack fungus from the inside with some of the highest cure rates. We screen for interactions and monitor liver function for safety.
Prescription Topical Medications
Modern lacquers/solutions (e.g., efinaconazole, tavaborole) penetrate nail keratin. We often pair topicals with oral meds or laser for a one-two punch.
Laser Therapy (Aspen System)
Concentrated light heats and disables fungal organisms in the nail bed. Drug-free, no downtime, and useful for patients who can’t take pills or as an adjunct to boost results.
Nail Debridement
In-office thinning of thick, affected nail reduces fungal load and improves penetration of topicals/laser—often giving immediate comfort in shoes.
Reality check: Nails grow ~1 mm/month. Plans typically run 3–6 months (or longer in severe cases) with periodic follow-ups to track clear nail growth.
Patient Tips: Preventing Reinfection
- Keep feet dry: Dry between toes; use antifungal powders/sprays in shoes.
- Wear breathable gear: Moisture-wicking socks; rotate shoes to dry fully.
- Disinfect footwear: Antifungal sprays or UV sanitizers; hot-wash socks.
- Protect in communal areas: Flip-flops in showers/pools/locker rooms.
- No polish during active treatment: Improves medication/laser penetration.
- Treat athlete’s foot promptly to stop re-seeding nails; consider a maintenance topical after clearing.
Walk Confidently with Clearer Nails—Starting Today
We’ll examine your nails (and, when needed, lab test clippings), then tailor a plan that fits your lifestyle—whether you’re training hard, working long shifts, or managing medical conditions. Ready to tackle toenail fungus head-on? Let’s do this together.