What is the Q-Clear Laser Treatment for Nail Fungus?
Nail fungus is a very common and unsightly condition that affects millions of adults each year. It causes an infection beneath the nail that can be very difficult to treat. In time, fungus causes the nail to turn yellow, brown or gray and become brittle. Thickening, splitting and cracking may also occur. Left untreated, nail fungus can be painful and even lead to more serious infections. With revolutionary new treatment methods such as the Q-Clear laser, however, it is possible to cure fungal infections of the nails in a little as one session.
So what is the Q-Clear Laser treatment for nail fungus? The Q-Clear system is the first q-switched laser that has been approved by the FDA specifically for use in clearing fungal infections. It is revolutionary in terms of simplicity, size, price and, of course, effectiveness. In fact, it provides results that are on far better than which can be achieved using machinery that is considerably more expensive and less versatile.
How the Q-Clear Treatment for Nail Fungus Works
The procedure is performed using the small handheld laser device. It delivers short bursts of intense laser energy to precisely target the fungus under the nail and kill it. Compared to long pulse lasers that rely on heat to kill fungus, Q-Switched lasers are much faster, and, as a result cause little to no pain or discomfort. They also allow doctors to precisely pinpoint the fungus without damaging any of the surrounding tissue. There is no need for any downtime after the procedure, as it is none surgical. In most mild to moderate cases, only one treatment is needed. Each session takes only minutes, so it is possible to cure an infection in a matter of minutes as opposed to the weeks it takes for topical and systemic methods to possibly work.
Effectiveness of the Q-Clear Laser Treatment for Nail Fungus
The Q-Clear laser system is currently one of the best and most effective treatments for onychomycosis. In fact, it has been proven effective in 97% of cases. Though it typically kills the infection in one session, it takes six to twelve months for a healthy nail to regrow. However, as the nail begins to grow, you should be able to see that it is coming in clearer as the old infected nail grows out.
Other cures for fungal nail infections, such as prescription medications, are not as effective as Q-Clear, and they are associated with numerous, unhealthy side effects. In addition to mild ones like skin irritation, dry mouth and nausea, they can cause more serious complication like permanent liver damage. Q-Clear, however, is safe and is not associated with ANY side effects. The Q-Clear can also be used on diabetics and others with compromised immune systems.
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