Fungal nail infections are common and can make your nails look unsightly. Let’s discuss what they are, causes, and treatment options, with a spotlight on the innovative Lunula laser.

What is Onychomycosis?

• Simple Definition: Onychomycosis is the medical term for a fungal nail infection.
• Common Causes: Fungi called dermatophytes are usually responsible. This condition is more frequent as we age.
• Symptoms:
  • Nails become thick, crumbly, or brittle
  • Change shape or lift off the nail bed
  • Lose shine and turn white, yellow, orange, or brown
  • Debris build-up under the nail
  • May occur alongside athlete’s foot

Treatment Options

• Talk to Your Podiatrist: They’ll assess your nails and recommend the best approach based on severity.
• Mild Cases:
  • Regular trimming and thinning by a podiatrist.
  • Topical antifungal medication (if no skin infection).
• Moderate to Severe Cases:
  • Oral antifungal medication (tablets e.g. terbinafine).
  • Surgical removal of the nail, followed by topical medication or laser.
  • Lunula Laser Therapy: A cutting-edge, non-invasive treatment explained below.

Focus on Lunula Laser

• How It Works: The Lunula uses specific light wavelengths to disrupt fungal growth without harming healthy tissue.
• Benefits:
  • Non-invasive and painless
  • Requires no medication
  • Around 60% success rate
• Our Treatment Plan:
  • Consultation: We’ll discuss your case and ensure Lunula is right for you.
  • Initial Phase: Typically 1-2 laser treatments per week for 3 months. Minimum of 4 treatments, ideally 8-10 depending on severity.
  • Monitoring: We’ll track progress and provide follow-up care as your healthy nail grows out. An average growth of a millimetre a month so we review every 2-3 months.

Important Considerations:

• Reinfection is Possible: Good hygiene is key to prevent recurrence (treat athlete’s foot, keep shoes fungal-free).
• Results Take Time: Nails grow slowly; visible improvement may take 2-3 months.
• Not for Everyone: Lunula may not be suitable for extremely damaged nails. Your podiatrist will advise.
• Effectiveness: A recent survey of our patients (January 2024) found 64% of patients were happy with the healthy growth of the nail and would recommend the treatment to others.

Costs

• Initial Consultation: £80
• Lunula Treatment:
  • One foot/hand: £270 (3-month plan)
  • Both feet/hands: £540
  • Both big toes: £450
  • We advise attending for follow-ups every 2-3 months as the nail grows out. With this commitment from you, we will continue to provide additional lunula top ups without extra charge.
• Follow-up Appointments: £35

Is Lunula Right for You? Contact Us to Schedule a Consultation