During the ClearSteps laser treatment, a laser beam is moved across the nail and surrounding tissue. The beam gives a photo-thermal heating effect that heats the depths of the nail tissue evenly. This weakens and kills parasitic fungi that cause infections. This innovative procedure is patient-friendly and quick.

Studies have concluded that laser fungal treatments effectively clear nail fungus infections. Patients can see results after just one session while also taking medication. However, it is recommended to have 4 treatments performed as a series in combination with medication. Following a successful series of treatments of the fungus, a clear, healthy nail will grow in. IIt can take up to a year for the nail to outgrow the fungus and appear clear. The time period depends on the patient’s nail’s growth rate.

Deep, pulse-profile heating of the nail bed aids in killing the fungus. The body’s growth and immune processes then naturally restore the nail to a clear and healthy state. Laser treatments like ClearSteps treatment are safe and painless. The sensation is similar to a warm pinprick. It is a convenient walk-in, walk-out procedure that takes maximum 30 minutes and has no recovery period or side effects risks associated with it.

Any patient concerned about their fungal infection and wanting to clear their nails should consider this laser treatment. To recognize an infected nail, look for yellow or discoloured nails. They can become thick and brittle and lift from the nail bed.

Nails (both fingers and toes).

The only side effect is minor discolouration in the nail post-treatment. You can resume your daily activities immediately once the treatment is over.

Note that toenail fungus can be stubborn. Even though this treatment is effective, there is a risk of the fungus returning later on.

This treatment is typically repeated 4 times at a week apart. It can take anywhere from 12 to 18 months to see an entirely infection-free nail.

Laser beams affect the nail evenly throughout the depths of the tissue. Thus, the nail is treated evenly and consistently. Chemical diffusion of topicals and induction of hepatotoxic side effects with oral medications pose limits that ClearSteps treatments do not have.