Does laser toenail fungus removal work?
Clinical studies show that the laser kills toenail fungus and promotes clear nail growth with a single treatment in better than 80% of cases. The laser treatment is safe, effective, and most patients improve usually after their first treatment.
How much does it cost to laser off toenail fungus?
While toenail fungus laser treatments are very effective, they are not covered by most insurance and cost about $1,000. Laser treatment for toenail fungus is an in-office procedure and the patient is awake the entire time; another plus is that there is no recovery period or down time after a laser treatment.
What is the most effective treatment for toenail fungus 2020?
Best Overall: Lamisil Terbinafine Hydrochloride AntiFungal Cream 1% Prescription orals and topicals are the most effective way to treat toenail fungus,1 but there are products over-the-counter that can also address mild fungal infections.
Can you drill away toenail fungus?
The Clearanail uses state-of-the-art micro-drill technology to make nearly invisible holes (0.4 mm in diameter) in the nail plate. These holes allow topical anti-fungal spray to reach the nail fungus infection. The drilling procedure is safe, effective, and painless.
Does toenail laser treatment hurt?
There are no known side effects of laser treatment for toenail fungus, including pain. Depending on the laser treatment, you might feel a “heating” sensation in your toes. The energy bursts from the laser can be warm and make the toes feel hot.
Which laser is best for toenail fungus?
The Lunula Laser® laser kills the fungus that lives in and under the toenail. The laser light passes through the nail without causing damage to it or the surrounding skin. Effective, the Lunula Laser® poses none of the risk and harmful side effects of oral anti-fungal medications.
Does insurance cover laser toenail fungus treatment?
Toenail laser therapy is the most effective way to eliminate a fungal nail infection. Unfortunately, this procedure is currently not covered by medical insurance since it is considered “aesthetic.” However, there are ways you can help manage the cost of a laser therapy.
Does insurance cover toenail fungus treatment?
Typical costs: For patients with health insurance, the typical out-of-pocket cost for foot fungus treatment consists of a copay or coinsurance of 10%-50%. Foot fungus treatment at a doctor’s office and prescription medications typically are covered by health insurance, depending on the plan.
How many laser sessions are needed for toenail fungus?
To achieve optimal results, we recommend a series of 3 – 4 treatment sessions, spaced 5 – 6 weeks apart. This is essential to eradicate all fungi spores that may bloom after your initial treatment. However, significant improvement is usually seen after one treatment.
How long does laser toenail treatment take?
How long does the laser toenail fungus treatment take? The laser toenail fungus treatment usually takes only 30 minutes. Typically we schedule four to six treatments depending on severity spaced about 4 to 6 weeks apart.