Fungal nail infections known as ‘onychomycosis’ are highly contagious, increasing within the UK at an alarming rate. Research has shown at last 1 in 10 people have a fungus nail infection with many people not recognising the symptoms. Nail fungus is caused by a fungus organism called ‘dermatophye’ which thrive in the warm, dark and damp environment within our shoes. The dermatophytes digest the keratin within the nail and skin and are often associated with other skin infections such as Athletes Foot.
Early stages Fungal Nail Infection
Later stage Fungal Nail Infection
Advanced stage Fungal Nail Infection
Waverley Foot Clinic offers the latest technology to fight fungal nail infections. Lunula ‘cold’ Laser uses two diodes (lights) at 405nm and 635nm which clinical research has found to offer improved nails in over 90% of patients. The cold laser kills the nail fungus and spores by stimulating the local blood supply and immune response which interferes with the cell wall structure. Lunula Laser is from the USA and has been successfully used in the UK since June 2012.
Following an examination all treatment options are discussed which include oral medication and topical (paint on) treatment. Itraconazole (Sporanox) and Terbinafine (Lamisil) are the two common tablets prescribed (only 60% effective) but regular liver function blood tests are required as liver damage is a serious side effect risk. Various topical treatments available may sometimes provide positive results but often treatment starts too late leading to success being problematic.
Lunula ‘cold’ Laser is simple and totally pain free as no heat is needed to attack the fungus cell wall. The procedure involves four treatments of being exposed Lunula Laser light for 12 minutes. Usually a course of four treatments over 4 to 5 weeks is required offering a positive outcome. We supply a range of anti-fungal skin creams that we advise are used between treatments. If the nails thickened, damaged and crumbly we will treat this before treatment and on the final check up appointment.
We advise wearing clean socks / tights following treatment.
Usually we see you again after one month to check the progress and offer on going advice.
Nail fungus does NOT self resolve.Without treatment nail fungus continues to grow and spread month by month. Treatment is advised as soon as possible to reverse the infection process and resolve the infection.
To book an assessment call Waverley Foot Clinic on 01252 716611. Lunula Laser Therapy will be explained in detail and all questions answered.
Nail Fungus / Lunula Laser treatment assessment consultation fee £45
Lunula Laser nail fungus treatment fees :- £375 for one foot / £525 for two feet (four Lunula Laser treatment appointments).
To book an assessment call Waverley Foot Clinic on 01252 716611. Lunula Laser Therapy will be explained in detail and all questions answered.
The cost of a Nail Fungus assessment consolation is £45.00. Lunula Laser treatment starting at £375.00 for one foot and £525.00 for two feet. Between 80% - 90% treatment success in published clinical research.
REMEMBER
Not all fungal infections require Laser Therapy.
We have topical fungal nail treatments not available on prescription.
LONG TERM ADVICE
To ensure good foot health is maintained on a long term basis. Our aim is to help people achieve clear healthy nails and end ugly fungal nail infections.
29 East Street
Farnham
Surrey
GU9 7SW
01252 716611
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