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Tea Bag Nail Wraps

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There’s nothing worse than spending week after week trying to grow out long healthy nails and getting a crack or split right in the middle of your growing process! So what do you do? Turn over and accept defeat? Cut your losses, literally? No way, try using this simple DIY to repair damaged or cracked nails that will help strengthen your nail base completely.

Here’s what you’ll need; a tea bag of any kind so long as it’s made out of paper. nail file, another nail file only this one MUST be super fine-grained, and a base coat of your choosing but preferably one with nutrients and vitamins for strength!
Here’s how it works and what you’ll need to do. Take your tea bag and empty out it’s entire content, yup that’s right, you only need the tea bag for this beauty tip, so go ahead and empty out everything. Now cut out a small rectangular section of your tea bag about the width and length of your nail. Apply your base coat, while your first coat is still wet put your tea bag with extra space below over the crack or split. The extra room is to help with strength. Press down gently to make sure everything is nice and smooth, this part might get messy but it shouldn’t be a problem and can be smoothed out later. Press down till smooth then apply another layer of your base coat, your tea bag should start turning transparent at this stage.

You can trim off the extra paper with either scissors or a nail file, it shouldn’t be a problem and should come off easily hassle free. Normally it is never advised to file the tops of yours nails, usually filing the tops of your nails will weaken them and cause damage and stress, but this is the exception. You won’t necessarily be filling your nails directly, more so the tea bags just to help blend them in with your nail very very lightly. This step will also help you smooth out any bumps or ridges. Make sure you’re filing down with your super fine grained file! Now apply your last layer of your base coat and let dry completely, do not rush it! You need it to dry completely! You are now ready to apply your choice of nail polish and enjoy your newly repaired nail!

If you don’t have any cracks or damages you can also use this as a way of reinforcing the tips of your nails if your’s tends to break and chip easily. Just remember to be gentle with your nails and go easy on the filing!

Cuticle Care and You

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We all want healthy long luxurious nails, most people will do anything to get them too! Either by getting fake nails or using supplements or nail lacquers. But where do healthy nails start? And how do we even begin trying for them? First things first, cuticle care! Your cuticles aren’t there just to look pretty, they play a purpose! They sit on top of your nail matrix and act like a protective barrier. If you want long healthy nails, taking care of your cuticles is a good start. And here’s a few ways to do it.

As a rule of thumb, never cut your cuticles. Cutting them puts you more at risk then helping them. You put yourself at risk to infection, irritation, and stress. If you remove the cuticle completely you leave your nails completely vulnerable and exposed, anything can get in. Getting a bacterial infection would be all too easy and it’s just not worth the risk.

Moisturize! Cuticles have the tendency of getting dry, they can crack and peel and flake off if left unmoisturized. Any skin moisturizer will do, but most dermatologists recommend thicker ones including ointments or creams. Apply a generous amount to your hands and use whatever is leftover to massage into your cuticles. Hot wax treatments are another good way of caring for your cuticles. This treatment is usually found at most salons. A special type of oil is heated until it’s completely melted, patrons then dips their hands into the wax and then put on plastic gloves and a mitt which help seal in the heat. These are worn for about 10 to 15 minutes. Once removed, your nails, hands, and cuticles should feel immediately softer and moisturized. This is a wonderful treatment with amazing benefits. The more you lubricate your hands and nails, the better they will be!

Wear gloves! When washing the dishes or removing nail polish with acetone you must wear gloves! Drying agents are a death sentence for not only your cuticles and nails, but for your hands and skin! Even too much water, especially hot water will just dry your hands out allowing severe stress and breakage along the nails and cuticle. Protect your hands and the rest of your body with thank you.

One more important thing to remember when caring for your cuticles. Keep your hands and fingers out of your mouth! Your mouth is dirty, and saliva breaks down your skin. If you’ve compromised your cuticles or nails developing an infection is too easy. If you have a bad habit of biting your nails you have to kick that to the curb. Stress, damage, and infections are the only thing you will see as a result from that nasty habit.

The Antifungal Diet

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So what exactly is the antifungal die and what can it do for you? The Anti-Fungal Diet claims to help get rid of your body’s fungal parasites which can cause diseases. It is possible for certain fungi to enter your system through food, water, air, and even something as simple as touch. These fungi can produce toxins within the body which can negatively impact your overall health! If you want to avoid harmful fungal growth within your body and system you need to abide by the Anti-Fungal Diet. This diet will essentially starve the invading fungus which will eventually cause the fungus to die off completely. Your body will then heal from the damage allowing you to experience better overall health and wellness!

So what are you not allowed to eat? It starts with phase 1, phase 1 means you will be eliminating all sugars from your diet, all artificial sweeteners, grains, coffee and tea. You also want to do your best to avoid nuts, green olives, salad dressings, anything containing yeast or butter substitutes.

Now that you know all the forbidden food you’re not allowed to eat, what CAN you eat? Eggs are great, chicken, meat in general and seafood. Feel free to have lots of yogurt, natural butter, and fruits and vegetables.

After a few weeks you’ll start noticing decreased symptoms from whichever particular disease or ailment you’re suffering from. Maintenance and consistency is key, do your best to stay on track with little to no deviations.

If you have any serious medical conditions be sure to consult with a doctor or your primary care physician first before beginning your Anti-Fungal Diet! You want to be sure you’re still meeting all of your nutritional needs while following this diet. Better safe than sorry!

The Reality of Nail Fungus

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Do you know the percent of Americans who are affected by toenail fungus? 12% of all Americans! But what is the difference between bacteria and fungus? Fungus can multiply rapidly and cause different types of infection to the body. There are two different types of fungus that our skin is susceptible to. Candida and Dermatophytes, both of these types of fungi can affect our nails but usually Dermatophytes is the type of fungus most commonly found on the average, everyday, nail fungus infections.

There are several dangers of toenail fungus, and the longer you put off treatment, the more susceptible your nails become! In most prolonged cases the nail becomes brittle and flaky, and can detach itself from the skin completely. The shape of the nail can distort and become deformed while also changing the color of the nail entirely.

Pain is also a side affect from toenail fungus. If left untreated this pain can spread from toe to toe and eventually foot to foot. The fungus can even travel to the hands which can be much harder to treat. If you have a weakened immune system or suffer from AIDS, leukemia, or have an organ transplant, you are at a much higher risk to developing the fungus and pain involved if left untreated.

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Why Do We Bite Our Nails?

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We’ve all been guilty of it, at least once in our lives we’ve nibbled at least on one of our nails. But why? To clean off a broken nail, or is there more to it than that? Is there more of a deep compulsory habit we’re unaware of, if so how does it form? And is it possible to stop it?

Biting your fingernails is a habit that often times starts in your childhood. Studies have shown that about 60% of children and around 45% of teenagers are nail biters. Nail biting becomes less and less common after the age of 18, but if the habit is already deeply ingrained in the individual, it can continue into adulthood.

But why do we do it? What drives us to bite our nails exactly? Stress and boredom play a huge role as for the reason. The habit can often be linked to anxiety or to keep the the body and mind occupied when the mind lacks interest. Anxiety, loneliness, or any other types of emotional triggers can also lead to nail biting. Biting fingernails can also be a sign of OCD also known as obsessive-compulsive disorder. Regular nail biting can cause severe damage to the nail and the surrounding skin which can be considered a form of self mutilation and harm!

If you bite your nails on the regular, your nails and cuticles suffer, the area around your nails can become infected since it’s easy for bacteria to travel from your fingers to your mouth and face. Nail biting can also affect your teeth! It can severely weaken them or push their alignment out of place.

If you are a consistent nail biter try adding a bitter polish to your nails, it will discourage you from biting after leaving a sour taste in your mouth. If you find stress and anxiety is what causes you to nibble on your nails try alternatives when relaxing like yoga or meditation. Even something as simple as deep breathing and squeezing a stress ball would be a game changer!

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Laser Nail Therapy Clinic is the Largest Toenail Fungus Laser Removal Clinic in the United States! 

If you are suffering from a nail fungus infection on your hands or in your toenails you owe it to your self to seek out the best treatment possible. You do not have to be embarrassed to show your hands or feet in public any longer!

All of our offices use the PinPointe FootLaser, which is the most effective treatment option for nail fungus available to date. Also, all of our free consultation and toenail fungus laser removal treatments are performed by Podiatrists, (doctor who specializes in the feet) never a technician. 

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What happens if left untreated?

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Many individuals who suffer from nail fungus are long time sufferers. Nail fungus is known to be an infectious disease and is still incurable however it is treatable. Those who have had it for years have just about tried everything they can think of and of those individuals, many lose hope and give up on treatment, accepting that they will never see results. This is the sad reality for many sufferers, however this can also be a dangerous conclusion to opt to. Additionally there are people who have obtained the nail fungus who simply do not care to treat it or believe the problem will subside on its own. The repercussions of these thought processes are not pretty.

If left untreated and in more severe cases, nail fungus can cause permanent damage to the nail and further spread to other parts of the body. If on the fingernails it has a high likelihood of spreading to the toenails and vice versa. Nail fungus can also spread onto the skin and other parts of the body such as the scalp. Moreover, if left untreated you may could infect other members of your household. Fungus is infectious and contagious therefore the spreading of it to other individuals is likely and could be potentially how you obtained it yourself.

The moral of the story is that if you are showing signs of a fungal infection, make sure to take care of it at it first signs to not only avoid from it spreading to other parts of your body, worsening in appearance, but also for other individuals out there that are uninfected.

Fighting Fungus With Garlic

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The use of garlic to treat fungal infections has been in practice for generations. It’s been known to be effective in treating hard to reach places making it stand out against other home remedies. The reason most doctors and medical treatments are unable to fully cure some fungal infections are because of their hard to reach areas, making garlic your best kept weapon!

So how exactly do you apply garlic to your nails? Start by applying a warm compress against the affected area. This will open the pores on the skin which will attract the fungus to the surface. Fungi love hot and moist environments and are naturally drawn to these conditions.

Apply one clove of mashed garlic to the affected area with a cotton ball, apply medical tape and wrap it around the toe so the gauze stays fixed. Replace with a clean dressing every three to five hours. Do not reuse the the same garlic, only use freshly mashed garlic!

Another thing that you can do to maximize the healing properties found in garlic is eat! Combat the fungus internally and externally, don’t give it a chance! Try to eat at least one clove daily, eating the extra clove will give the garlic more potency.

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If you are suffering from a nail fungus infection in your toenails or on your hands you owe it to your self to seek out the best treatment possible. You do not have to be embarrassed to show your feet in public any longer!

Laser Nail Therapy Clinic is the Largest Nail Fungus Laser Treatment Clinic in the United States!

All of our offices use the PinPointe FootLaser, which is the most effective treatment option for toenail fungus currently available. Also, all of our free consultation and toenail fungus laser removal treatments are performed by Podiatrists, (doctors who specialize in the feet) never a technician. 

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Laser Nail Therapy Clinic is the Largest Toenail Fungus Laser Removal Clinic in the United States with 3 Offices in Canada. 

All of our offices use the PinPointe FootLaser, which is the most effective treatment option for nail fungus available. Also, all of our free consultation and toenail fungus laser removal treatments are performed by Podiatrists, (doctors who specialize in the feet) never a technician. 

If you are suffering from a nail fungus infection in your toenails or on your hands you owe it to your self to seek out the best treatment possible. You do not have to be embarrassed to show your feet in public any longer!

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If you are suffering from Onychomycosis (Nail Fungus Infection), you owe it to yourself to visit the most experienced clinic available!

We are the largest toenail fungus clinic in the United States, serving the greater Boston area with a location in Medford, Massachusetts. Our laser treatments with the PinPointe FootLaser are always performed by a Podiatrist, not a technician. 

The PinPointe FootLaser is the most effective laser on the market, with the highest cure rate compared to other treatment options for toenail fungus 

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Are you considering toenail fungus removal treatment?

Laser Nail Therapy Clinic is the largest toenail fungus laser removal treatment clinic in the United States. All of our procedures are performed by a podiatrist (Doctor who specializes in feet), never a technician. 

All facilities utilize the PinPointe FootLaser, the most effective laser on the market with the highest cure rate for the treatment of nail fungus infections. 

How Ingrown Toenails Form

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Imagine this, you awake on a beautiful sunlit Sunday morning, the weather outside? Perfect. You arise out of your bed the image of perfection, your health is top notch and your physical form majestic. You hear the sound of birds chirping in the distance outside your window as you make your way to your bedroom closet as to change into your running attire. You put on a loose shirt and some comfortable pants which hang slightly baggy on your form. You take your time making your way downstairs and plop yourself down on the last step where you leave your running shoes. You unbundle a new pair of socks and place them on your feet. You untie your shoes previously made from the run before and slide your foot into your sneaker. But what’s this?! Pain! Pain in such graphic sensation! But why? What’s causing this pain, how did this happen and what did you do to deserve this?

My friend, you have what millions of other people around the world suffer from everyday; an ingrown toenail. But what caused it and why?

An ingrown toenail occurs when the toenail starts growing into the skin of the toe at a curve rather than straight out. this can happen on any toe, either foot but happens most commonly on the big toe. Ingrown toenails can be quite painful to the touch and can become swollen and red. If left untreated for too long they can also become severely infected.
Ingrown toenails can happen for all different reasons, but the most commonly due to not cutting nails properly. Other reasons may be hereditary, trauma or recent injury, or ill fitted shoes.

If you’ve been experiencing ingrown toenails your whole life then you most likely have a congenital condition which is just a fancy way of saying you were born with large toenails. If this is the case you must use caution when trimming your nails and try to cut them in a straight line across. Also be sure you’re not cutting your nails too short! Be sure the sure the shoes you wear provide ample space for your toes to discourage cramping!

Structure of the nail

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Learning about the structure of the nail is important and can help people better understand the necessity of proper nail care and hygiene. It can also help you identify any irregularities that you may see occur. The toenail, as with many other body parts, has its complexities. There are a total of 7 parts to the nail: the nail root, the lunula, the cuticle, the perionychium, the nail plate, the nail bed, the free edge.

1. The Nail Root – this is one of the main parts of the nail, which is more formally identified as germinal matrix. This is the tissue that rests beneath the skin and starts a couple millimeters into the finger or toe and ends at the base of the nail that Is visible. The root gains nutrients through your blood vessels and that is essentially how the nail is created.

2. The Lunula – also known as the “crescent” or “half-moon” is the part of the nail where you can usually see the white curved part at the base part of the nail. It is typically apparent on the fingernails, and much easier to notice on the thumbs or big toes. This part is at the edge of nail root and plays a large part in the formation of the nail.

3. The Cuticle – this area in formal terms is known as the eponychium, which is the part that rests between your skin and your nail plate at the base. The cuticle acts as a protective seal to protect from water getting underneath the skin at the base of the nail. Having a small amount of cuticle present is healthy for the nail.

4. The Perionychium – this part is similar to the cuticle, which rests between the skin and nail plate at the sides of your nails. Some experience the nail growing into the perionychium and the outcome is typically an ingrown nail or a hangnail.

5. The Nail Plate – The nail plate is the hard and brittle part of the nail where we typically cover with nail polish. It is translucent in color/appearance, since it is made of keratin. Typically people may notice it as pink in color; however that is only because the blood vessels sit beneath it. When looking at its structure it is seen as smooth yet grooved at the bottom. The groove is what allows it to stay intact with the nail bed.

6. The Nail Bed – This part is technically not part of the nail, however the nail bed is still imperative in the formation and creation of the nail. The bed is what gives the nails its strength and thickness, which is due to the nerves, blood vessels, and the melanocytes. The growth of the nail does not end at the root it actually continues to grow toward the free edge of the nail, which is why it is painful when the nail gets peeled back.

7. The Free Edge. – Lastly, the free edge. This part of the nail is the tip of the nail and usually appears as a white line. This part you may trim without pain, however it is the most susceptible part since it is the part that is least protected and no longer receives nourishment from the body. The part where the free edge connects to the tip of the toe or the tip of the fingernail is identified as “hyponychium.” Just like the cuticle, this part is what connects the nail and skin, protecting from water.

As you can tell, there are a number of different parts to the nail, probably more than you knew existed. The nail is a sensitive and fragile part of the body that needs to also maintain proper hygiene to remain healthy.

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In Oakland, CA Dr. Thornton is our provider for Toenail Fungus Laser Removal Treatment with the PinPointe FootLaser. The PinPointe laser is the most effective and expensive laser on the market, with the highest cure rate when compared to other treatment options for Onychomycosis (Nail Fungus Infection). 

Laser Nail Therapy Clinic is available to you 7 days a week, with representatives ready to answer any questions you may have with respect to your toenail fungus problems. They can also help you to set up a free consultation with Dr. Thornton in Oakland. 

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Onychomycosis is just a Medical term for toenail fungus

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Onychomycosis is just a fancy word for toenail fungus, which is characterized by its more prominent traits, such as; inflammation, foot pains, swelling of the toes, discoloration and thickening of the nails, it can even deteriorate the nail completely!
There are several ways you can obtain toenail fungus, it can vary from abnormal ph levels of the skin, to overexposure to moisture, wearing synthetic or extremely old socks, sweat build up in your shoes, to just overall poor foot hygiene. Sometimes Onychomycosis can even be caused by the weak circulation you can obtain from having diabetes.


Today, this embarrassing and sometimes painful ailment is completely treatable thanks to modern medicine! 

There are several different forms of treatment ranging from topical creams and sprays, oral medications, and in some situations, surgical removal of the infected nail. Side effects of may occur when taking oral medications such as; liver damage, headaches, dizziness, nausea, weight gain, fatigue, heart problems, the list goes on and on.


Maybe the best option for treating your unsightly toenail fungus is the Pinpointe laser which has no side effects at all and typically requires just one treatment! Another remedy to toenail fungus are herbal medications which can be made up from items you can grab from your pantry. But like other topical options, they suffer from a low cure rate unlike the laser.

Nail Fungus: A Variety of Treatments

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People with nail fungus often don’t know what to do about it. They’ve probably tried researching the different nail fungus treatment options on the market, but it doesn’t always help. Some of them might seem reasonable, while others may put you off due to their side effects or success rate. If you have nail fungus you likely now know that there are a variety of types of nail fungus treatments, all of which are tried by people all over the world.

The least successful kind of nail fungus treatment is a nail fungus home remedy. Home remedies are the least successful nail fungus treatments available because they aren’t designed to get rid of nail fungus. However, because of their cheap price they are probably the most common. Despite this, if you use a home remedy such as tea tree oil you will likely just end up wasting your time and money. If you just want to keep you nail fungus from spreading, a home remedy might help, but otherwise you are better off skipping this common treatment option.

Topical and oral nail fungus treatment medications have been around for a little while now, but have varying degrees of success and safety rates. Topical medications do indeed have a better success rate than home remedies, but they still aren’t very high. Oral medications, on the other hand, are fairly successful but people who use them are putting themselves at great risk of harmful side effects such as liver damage. These side effects can no doubt be even worse than the nail fungus itself.

One kind of nail fungus treatment that is relatively new, but is getting more common each year is laser treatment. Nail fungus laser treatment is safe so patients don’t have to worry about harmful side effects. It also has a high success rate and is usually a very quick procedure, with most patients leaving the office in about an hour. If this sounds better than medications or home remedies, give it a try. If you still want to do a little more research, you should certainly talk to your podiatrist.

Nail Keratin

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Nail fungus, medically known as onychomycosis, digests keratin. Keratin is the protective layer of the nails, hair, and skin. When nail fungus attacks, the keratin begins to over produce and creates an extra amount, which essentially causes the nail to separate from the nail bed. This is very dangerous because not only are your nails beginning to lift and detach from its surfaces, it is also providing an entrance for fungi to come infect the nail and skin.

The best way to protect this keratin layer of your nails is to be cautious of the overall hygiene of your nails. Make sure if you frequent nail salons to bring in your own instruments and/or make sure their instruments are disinfected. Keep the nails as clean and dry as possible at all times. If you have a frequent sweating issue, apply a shoe spray to the inside of your shoes daily. After showering or leaving a pool make sure to dry the feet immediately of any moisture. Furthermore, it is important that if you have had the fungus before or are seeing signs of one to use an antifungal nail lacquer that serves as a protective shield.

If left untreated, onychomycosis can attack other nails and eventually spread to other parts of the body, which were otherwise healthy. Make sure to see your doctor if your nails appear discolored, abnormally thick, if you have swelling on the skin surrounding the nail, or you have a nail which appears to have separated from the nail bed.

How Contagious Is Nail Fungus?

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Over 35 million people will experience toenail fungal infections at some point in their lives.

If your nails start enlarging on the curve of your finger tips, also called nail clubbing, you could be suffering from low oxygen in the blood which could be signs of several different types of lung diseases. Nail clubbing is also associated with AIDS and liver disease.

If your nails become soft and start forming a bowl like shape you are most likely suffering from spoon nails which can indicate an iron deficiency or a liver condition called hemochromatosis which means your body absorbs too much iron. It is also an early indicator of heart disease.

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How Do I Know If I have a Nail Fungus?

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Nail fungus, medically known as onychomycosis, is an infection of the nail. This infection occurs more commonly in elderly adults, however it affects people of all ages. Men are more likely to obtain this infection than women and it is more likely to occur on the toenails than fingernails.

Nail fungus is often a slow infection, making it difficult to notice immediately. As a result, people are less likely to notice that they have developed a nail fungus until it has already gone to a deeper stage of infection or infected a number of nails. Others tend to ignore the signs and believe that it may go away on its own; this is a sure way to guarantee a spreading and worsening infection. Nail fungus does not go away on its own and can spread rapidly not only to your other nails but also to other people, especially those you share a living space with.

The infection typically begins as a white or yellow spot under the tip of your nail. As this infection deepens, the nail color may become discolored, begin to thicken, and/or crumble. if you have a case of athlete’s foot this can also cause a nail fungus to form so it is crucial to treat that immediately before the fungus can tackle the nails.

Preventive measures are crucial if you would like to cease the problem from occurring or reoccurring. Avoid public walking around in public showers, pools, and gym locker rooms without wearing sandals. Make sure to wash your socks after each use. Avoid nail salons or take your own instruments making sure they are disinfected before use. Keep your feet as clean and dry as possible, especially if you frequently perspire in this area.

Can My Nail Fungus Spread to other Parts of My Body?

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Many people avoid treating their nail fungus for one reason or another. Either they think the issue will go away on its own, or they believe that simply nothing will work or that they have too extreme or a case, etc. For whatever reason this can lead to further damage to the nail not only in appearance but also in the overall health of the nail.

According to doctors who specialize in nail disorders, about one out of every twenty-four cases of nail fungus will spread to other parts of the body such as the fingernails, hands, back, and legs. Elderly individuals and/or those who take medications that weaken immunity are more susceptible to the spreading of fungus.

Furthermore if you allow the problem to persist and go untreated the fungus will progressively move from the cuticle (where it originates typically) to the tip of the nail. It can also cause the nails to thicken, become discolored, brittle, and become inflamed and/or painful.

The Reality of Being Cured of a Nail Fungus Infection

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Most people that have dealt with nail infections in the past know the struggle all too well of trying to cure it on their own. There are hundreds of home remedies to choose from, but no official records exist of their effectiveness. The reason for this is because most of the treatments that are done at home are just mixing up a few ingredients and applying the mixture as a topical to the nail. The fungus is living, thriving, sandwiched in between the nail and the skin of the toe making topicals near impossible to penetrate. There are a few medical procedures you can have done if you suffer from nail infections that have higher cure rates. For instance you can surgically remove the nail, take oral medications, use prescription strength topicals, and apply laser treatment to the nails.
But even the medical treatments have their downfalls…

Oral medications pose serious health risks with numerous side effects. The type of medication required to cure toenail fungus can actually cause liver damage and require extensive blood work to be done.
Surgically removing the nail doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll be cured. The nail itself doesn’t harbor the fungus, but rather the fungus is living in between the nail and skin of the toe. And even then, you can’t just expect to wipe the slate clean by removing the nail and applying a few topicals. The fungus is much more resilient than you think.

Probably the most effective treatment is laser therapy, it has the highest cure rate after just one treatment at 85% which is the highest cure rate out of anything other option. Most lasers are just concentrated heat sources that are able to destroy the fungus on contact.

Unfortunately, most patients afflicted with the fungus think they are immune after treatment, but this is not the case. You must still follow post treatment protocol and apply antifungal solutions daily.

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On Nail Fungus and Children

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Men have a higher chance of contracting nail fungus than women, as well as the elderly compared to youths. But that’s not saying it isn’t possible for your children to become infected with this vicious fungus.

Kids, much like adults, are just as susceptible to the fungus. Even infants can develop the infection often times picked up from their mothers and fathers. Most people think that kids are immune to nail fungus, but the truth is, if you’re human and have nails, you’re at risk!

The fungus starts out small, most of the time entering the body through a small crack on the skin or nail. From there it can seem like just a little dot on the surface of the nail, but it can turn it hard and thick, often times leading to discoloration. If left untreated for too long it can make the nail grow distorted or deformed which can cause pain. A foul odor is often times associated with nail fungus, especially if you have the fungus on your feet.

Nail fungus on children is maybe even more dangerous than when the infection afflicts an adult due to the cruel nature of kids.

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Conventional treatment vs. Innovating Options

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For years doctors, podiatrists, and dermatologists have used several methods to alleviate and treat patients with nail fungus. However, as of late and with the passing of generations, laser has become an alternative option to many of the conventional methods of treatment.

Doctors have always known a series of treatment options to prescribe patients such as topicals, in the form of creams and ointments and oral medications. Many have also suggest homeopathic remedies or home remedies to try. Each of these “solutions” however invoke a problem. With topical treatment options, they typically have a very low curate and if people do see any improvement the results will only last as long as they use the product. Oral medications as well have a low curate of about 50-65%, but more importantly are very harmful for the liver, require frequent blood work, and have many other harmful side effects. Homeopathic and home remedies are often used but this too has a very small chance of working to treat the nails. Since basic household products, foods, or oils are being used in place of a medical product, many other things can go awry in the process of “treating” the nails. Furthermore, the home remedies have a low chance of solving the problem as well, as a result.

Now, in the 21st century laser treatments have surfaced for a number of different medical and cosmetic uses. Nail fungus has been a popular laser treatment, which not only provides the safest treatment available, but also the most effective option with the highest curate.

With that said, our generation and doctors are more skilled with the different options available for fungus removal, however not all doctors practice the same treatment methods. Some doctors simply do not have access to the laser and prefer to recommend patients to products they can sell themselves. It is important to do research before making any commitments.

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