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LASER FUNGAL NAIL TREATMENT

Class 4 laser treatment for fungal nails

Our main treatment for fungal nails is Class 4 laser. It targets the fungus through the nail in clinic, with no tablets and no daily paints.

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ABOUT THE SERVICE

What is laser fungal nail treatment?

Fungal nail infections (onychomycosis) make nails thick, discoloured and crumbly, and they rarely clear on their own.

Pharmacy paints often struggle to reach the infection, because the fungus sits under and within the nail.

Class 4 laser passes through the nail to target the fungus underneath, without damaging the surrounding skin. Your podiatrist combines it with nail thinning and simple home care for the best results.

Before and after Class 4 laser fungal nail treatment

OUR PREFERRED TREATMENT

Class 4 laser fungal nail treatment

Class 4 laser is our first-choice treatment for fungal nails. The laser passes through the nail to target the fungus underneath, without damaging the surrounding skin. Treatment is done in clinic, with no tablets and no daily paints.

Why we recommend it

  • Targeted — It goes straight to the infection under the nail.
  • No tablets — Avoids the side effects of oral antifungals.
  • Comfortable — Most patients feel only warmth.
  • Better results together — Combined with nail thinning and simple home care.

WHEN IT MAY HELP

When should you consider laser treatment?

You may benefit from laser fungal nail treatment if you have:

  • Yellow, brown or white discoloured toenails
  • Thick, crumbly or hard-to-cut nails
  • Pharmacy treatments haven't worked
  • You'd rather avoid antifungal tablets
  • You feel self-conscious about your nails

You don't need to know whether laser is right for you before booking.

Your podiatrist will assess your nails and confirm the best approach at your appointment.

YOUR APPOINTMENT

What happens during treatment?

Each session is quick, comfortable and done in clinic

01

We assess

We confirm it's a fungal infection and check how far it has spread.

02

We thin the nail

Painless burring reduces thickness so the laser can work effectively.

03

Class 4 laser

The laser targets the fungus through the nail. Most patients feel only warmth.

04

We plan

You get a clear treatment plan and footwear hygiene advice to stop it coming back.

Custom orthotic insole fitting

WHAT TO EXPECT

What does the treatment feel like?

Most patients feel warmth during treatment and no discomfort afterwards. You can return to normal activities straight away.

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NEXT STEPS

What happens after treatment?

Most fungal nails need a short course of laser sessions, at intervals your podiatrist will advise.

Nails grow slowly, so it takes time for a clear, healthy nail to grow through.

  • A short course of laser sessions
  • Footwear and sock hygiene advice
  • Treating any athlete's foot to prevent reinfection

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