What is laser fungal nail treatment?
Toenail fungus can be stubborn. It changes the way your nails look, feel, and grow. Nails turn yellow or white, become thick, or start to crumble at the edges. Sometimes they even lift slightly from the skin underneath. It’s not just about appearance—it can make your feet feel uncomfortable and harder to care for.
Now imagine a smarter, more modern way to treat it.
That’s where Aerolase laser technology comes in. The Aerolase laser is a special medical device that uses light energy to target toenail fungus. It’s designed to pass through the nail safely and reach the fungus living underneath.
Book OnlineThe laser creates gentle heat that damages the fungi cell wall without harming the surrounding skin.
No cutting. No needles. Just focused light doing precise work.
During treatment, the laser is moved over the affected nails in three passes. There’s no downtime, which means you can get back to your day right after your visit.
How affective is laser fungal nail treatment?
Many studies report success rates of 63% to 90%. Laser nail treatment alone, may not provide long term resolution.
Fungus thrives in dark, warm places—like inside a thick toenail. The Aerolase laser disrupts that environment. It weakens the fungus so your body can start to take control again. Over time, as your nail grows out, healthier nail replaces the damaged part.
But Excel Foot & Ankle, we have ways of stacking the deck!
Laser treatment works best when it’s part of a team, in the form of combination therapy.
Step 1: Confirm the diagnosis.
This is done with a nail biopsy, like traditional nail trimming. Appearance alone cannot confirm nail fungus.
Step 2: Oral treatment.
Working from the inside out has been shown to be very effective. Terbinafine is a tablet taken once daily the kill toenail fungus. It is important to note, that due to its metabolism liver function studies are required before starting treatment. For many patients this is a concern, so the alternative approach is a medical food supplement. The medical food vitamin supplement provides a homeopathic means of increasing nail growth and clarity without the risk of medication interactions and potential harm to the liver. Vitamin supplements support your body from the inside, helping your immune system and nail health.
Step 3: Topical treatment.
Topical treatments—medicated solutions—work on the surface, helping stop fungus from spreading. CN-U is a topical antifungal and antibacterial nail renewal gel designed to treat onychomycosis (toenail fungus). It uses a patented carrier system containing 40% Urea to penetrate the nail plate and nail bed, delivering 0.5% PHMB (Polyhexamethylene Biguanide) to kill fungi and bacteria.
Step: 4: Laser therapy
Think of it like this: the laser targets the fungus deep under the nail.
Each method has a role. Together, they create a stronger, more complete approach.
Using just one treatment can help—but combining them is most effective. It’s like using multiple tools to solve the same problem, each one making the others work better.
The result?
A clearer path to healthier nails. Stronger regrowth. And a better chance of keeping the fungus from coming back.
Fungal laser treatment isn’t just about improving how your nails look. It’s about restoring confidence, comfort, and control—so you can step forward feeling your best, every day.
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