Giselle Villar | 11 July 2024

Laser Treatment for Nail Fungus in Vancouver

Nail fungus, or onychomycosis, affects up to 10% of the global population. It causes nails to become yellow or discoloured, thick, brittle, and can separate from the nail bed, leading to pain when walking or wearing shoes.

Causes of Nail Fungus

  • Dermatophytes: Fungi like Trichophyton rubrum, Trichophyton mentagrophytes, and Candida albicans thrive on keratin in nails.
  • Sources: Common infection sources include swimming pools, public showers, gyms, and nail spas. Tight shoes, nail trauma, genetic susceptibility, poor health and aging increase risk.

Symptoms of Nail Fungus

  • Discolored toenails (yellow, white, or brown)
  • Brittle or crumbling toenails
  • Thickened toenails

Cutera Xeo Laser at RSVP Beauty Clinic:

Laser Genesis uses high-intensity laser to penetrate nails and treat the root cause. The heat destroys the fungus and removes its oxygen supply.
Procedure: Performed by a certified technician, the treatment involves slight discomfort and no recovery time. Most cases resolve with 1-2 sessions, each lasting about 20 minutes for 5-10 nails; severe infections may need more treatments.

Before and After Nail Fungus Laser Treatment.

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