It is vital to prevent re-infection that all shoes you wear without socks are treated with anti-fungal powder before your treatment.You will need to bring a pair of clean socks with you to wear after your appointment.Please ensure you cut your nails very short before your appointment.

There is no guarantee that this treatment will be successful, as fungal infections can be stubborn and difficult to remove, your homecare is vital, and you will be given advice during your consultation about the importance of homecare to help make this treatment a success and prevent reinfection during the treatment period.

Treatment will require an initial free consultation and patch test, followed by usually 2-3 treatments on the affected nails, 4-6 weeks apart. Results will show depending on how quickly your nails grow, as your nail gradually grows out, the fungus will grow out with it -this may take 4-18 months for the nail to grow fully out and the fungus removed with it.Following your third treatment should you require another treatment for a persistent/stubborn infection it will be discounted by 50%, as long as 6 weeks have not passed since your last treatment.

All toes/ fingers on one foot/hand will be treated, even if the infection is only on one nail, this is because the fungal spores will likely be present and develop on all nails.

Before the consultation, we require written confirmation from your GP or Podiatrist/Chiropodist to ensure an accurate diagnosis, as certain health conditions may present with similar symptoms. This step is crucial in providing safe and effective treatment. Bring a copy of this letter with you or email it to us directly before your appointment.

Laser Fungal Nail Eradication Aftercare    For toes:   Sprinkle anti-fungal foot powder immediately on your feet and in-between your toes.   The freshly washed socks you were asked to bring should be put on immediately after treatment.   Sprinkle anti-fungal foot powder in all your shoes and change them often.     General   Cold compress (not ice) may be useful to reduce any swelling and erythema (redness) or general discomfort.   Avoid soaking the area for 24 to 48 hours. No hot tubs, whirlpools or baths, but showers are allowed if tepid water is used.   If toe-nails were treated avoid excessive sweating for 24 to 48 hours after. No saunas or vigorous working out.   ·        Refrain from drinking alcohol for a few days after the treatment (alcohol can dilate blood vessels in the nail bed reducing the effectiveness of the immune response in the treatment area). For the same reason avoid smoking for a couple of weeks after the procedure (smoking constricts the capillaries and taxes the immune system, thereby slowing results).   Avoid sun exposure during the entire course of treatments. Use a minimum SPF 30 at all times. Exposure to sunlight can cause your skin to become more sensitive to the light energy used in the removal process. This can put you at a higher risk of hyperpigmentation, burns or scarring.   ·        Avoid tanning creams during the entire course of treatments (on the area being treated). The laser light/energy will be attracted to the closest pigment it see’s first which may result in burning.   Avoid herbal remedies St John’s Wort and Fever Few supplements during the course of laser treatments.      Preparation for your next visit:  Cut nails as short as possible. Bring clean socks with you for after your treatment. Do not use essential oils on the skin or in the bath 48 hrs prior.   Do not take Ibuprofen or Aspirin 48 hours prior to treatments.    Subsequent treatments:  Inform your practitioner of any change in medications (including herbal remedies) before your next appointment either by email or direct message. Or, if you have been exposed to strong sun without spf, or if you have applied fake tan products to the area. Otherwise treatment may not be able to go ahead on the day. You will be required to consent to no changes mentioned, each visit. Any subtle changes to skin colour may cause an adverse reaction or burn.