Understanding Fungal Nail Infection

Fungal nail infection (“onychomycosis”) is a common foot health problem that millions of adult patients experience. It’s normal for healthy adults to have a certain amount of bacteria and fungi in their bodies, but an overgrowth in fungi usually leads to infection. The same fungi that cause onychomycosis may also cause other types of infection like ringworm, athlete’s foot, and jock itch.

Although anyone may develop fungal nail infection, this problem is much more common in older people because of their brittle and dry nails, as well as poor blood circulation. The cracks in their nails also cause the fungi to enter. Here are other risk factors of developing foot fungus infection on the nails:

Top Fungal Nail Treatments in Southlake, TX by Medrein Health & Aesthetics

Patients from Southlake, TX and other nearby areas won’t have to worry about fungal toenail infections thanks to Medrein Health & Aesthetics. Our team of highly trained staff and board-certified doctors perform fungal nail infection treatments using the latest technologies inside state-of-the-art facilities to ensure patient satisfaction, comfort, and safety at all times.

Find out which fungal nail treatment works best for you by consulting with our expert podiatrist and medical team here at Medrein Health & Aesthetics. Book a fungal nail therapy consultation today by calling our office or visiting us online.

• Oral Medication – This type of antifungal medication is an effective treatment option recommended by many foot specialists. It clears the fungus on toenails or fingernails much faster than topical medications and other treatments. Some examples of oral anti-fungal medication include itraconazole and terbinafine.
• Topical Medication – Prescription topical antifungal medications usually come as a medicated nail cream or a medicated nail polish. Although they’re effective, these long-term medications take a few months up to a year to show results. Nail creams are applied on the infected toenail after thinning the nail plate in a trusted dermatology clinic. This helps reach the fungus better. On the other hand, medicated nail polish is painted on the infected nail and its surrounding skin.

Fotona at Medrein: The Ultimate Fungal Nail Treatment 

Medrein Health & Aesthetics is home to state-of-the-art laser systems from Fotona. The StarWalker and The SP Dynamis are next-gen pico and Nd:YAG lasers that allow a wide-range of skin resurfacing treatments, combating everything from sun spots and age-related skin damage to tattoos and stubborn acne marks. Experience effective and non-invasive fungal nail treatment with Fotona lasers. 

Here at Medrein Health & Aesthetics, our dedicated podiatrists and office personnel work hard to make our patients feel more comfortable in their own skin and appearance without the need for surgical procedures. We always ensure that all of our patients are well-informed to create better health and aesthetic decisions for their bodies. Our dedicated nail fungus specialist is only one call away to answer questions or fulfill patient requests before, during, and after the treatment.

Start your journey to a healthier and more beautiful you with the Medrein Health & Aesthetics experience. Get in touch with our experienced team by calling our office or booking an appointment through our online scheduling tool.