Lunula Laser | Fungal Fingernail Treatment
Restore Your Beautiful, Healthy Fingernails
While nail fungus commonly affects toenails, it can also manifest in fingernails, a condition known as Onychomycosis. If left untreated, a fungal nail infection may cause fingernails to exhibit a yellowish-brown and crumbly appearance, becoming thick, fragile, or cracked. In severe cases, the nail may even separate from the nail bed.
Causes of Fingernail Fungal Infection:
Fungal nail infections, medically termed Onychomycosis, are caused by various fungi present in the environment. The most prevalent type is dermatophyte, with others including yeast and molds. When these fungal organisms enter the body, particularly in compromised immune systems, they grow, spread, and invade tissues, leading to a localised infection. Small cracks in the nail or surrounding skin can provide entry points for these germs, resulting in fingernail fungus.
Onychomycosis is highly contagious, with the potential to recur and spread from nail to nail if not effectively treated. If your fingernails display discoloration or damage, seeking professional help is crucial to prevent the infection from causing further complications.
Lunula Laser for Fingernail Fungal Infection:
For those who love beautifully manicured hands, regular use of nail polishes and gels like Shellac, Gelish, and Axxium can weaken nails, making them susceptible to fungal infections. Signs of a potential fungal infection include white spots, yellow discoloration, or thickening of the nails. It's essential to refrain from covering up with more polish and seek professional assistance.
Nail polishes, by preventing nails from breathing and trapping moisture, create an ideal environment for fungus growth. At Callen Olive Podiatry Clinic, we offer a solution to recover your beautiful fingernails with Lunula Laser. This advanced treatment addresses fingernail fungal infections effectively, promoting healthier and aesthetically pleasing nails.
What Makes Lunula Laser Treatment Safe and Effective?
Lunula laser treatment employs the principles of photochemistry, utilising the body's cells to produce various chemicals that target and break through fungal spores. With a focus on Mitochondria—the organelles responsible for producing cellular energy—Lunula laser disrupts the fungus's ability to release and convert energy, effectively eliminating it without causing harm to the nail or surrounding skin.
How Lunula Cold Laser Works:
Lunula Laser utilises two different wavelengths of light—405nm (violet) and 635nm (red)—to target Mitochondria and eliminate fungal cells, treating Onychomycosis. The violet beam triggers oxidative stress, producing Reactive Oxygen Species chemicals that damage the Mitochondrial and fungal cell membrane. These chemicals convert to Hydrogen Peroxide, a natural antiseptic, effectively eradicating the fungus. The red beam complements this process by dilating blood vessels, stimulating the body's immune response, promoting tissue regeneration, and facilitating nail growth.
Lunula Laser Treatment - How it works
What Happens During Lunula Laser Fingernail Treatment?
- Assessment: A suitability assessment is conducted to determine the severity of the infection and the required number of sessions.
- Nail Preparation: Nails are prepared by removing debris, and photographs are taken to monitor progress.
- Lunula Laser Treatment: You'll insert your hands into a self-operated device for a 12-minute session. The unique line-generated beam maximises treatment coverage, reaching fungal pathogens regardless of their location within the nail.
Number of Lunula Laser Treatments:
The number of sessions depends on the severity:
- Moderate infections usually require four 12-minute sessions
- More severe infections may need six to eight sessions
Effectiveness of Lunula Laser Treatment:
Clinical trial results demonstrate an 89% positive response with 6.1mm of clear, healthy nail growth after six months. Additionally, Lunula cold laser technology is FDA Approved and CE Marked, further attesting to its effectiveness and safety.
