It was easy to hide your toenails in the winter, but are they ready for sandal season? Toenail fungus can be an embarrassing and stubborn condition if you do not get proper treatment. Get help from experienced podiatrists to achieve healthier, clear nails!
What does nail fungus look like?
Nail fungus is caused by an overgrowth of fungi underneath the nail bed, which can result in:
- discoloration
- odor
- brittleness
- scaling or streaks in the nails
- thickened nails
What’s the best treatment?
At Your Next Step, a podiatry practice serving the greater Philadelphia area, there is an effective and fast laser treatment available for patients with fungal infections. Unlike many topical over the counter medications, our FDA approved laser treatment works effectively to eradicate and prevent fungus to grow on your nails without damaging any healthy areas of nail or skin. You can see immediate results as new nail grows out, and soon you can achieve healthy clear nails. The procedure is painless, requires no anesthesia, takes only 20 minutes, and patients can immediately put socks and footwear on to return to daily activities.
You will have a team of board-certified podiatrists Dr. Eric Ricefield, Dr. Mark Yagodich and Dr. Aliza V. Eisen to consult with about your foot and ankle health, whether you have fungal infections, heel pain, sports injuries, diabetic foot problems, toe deformities, arthritis, neuromas or need custom orthotics. Contact any of our three locations in Ardmore, Paoli, and Downingtown for an appointment!