Updated: Tuesday, 10 Mar 2009, 5:51 PM EDT
Published : Tuesday, 10 Mar 2009, 12:15 AM EDT
MYFOXNY.COM - Toenail fungus, an embarrassing problem, affects 20 million people. There aren't a lot of effective treatment options. Creams or ointments often don't work and antifungal pills can be potentially toxic to the liver. There is a new way to treat it without medication -- a laser.
The specially designed laser beam goes through the nail and kills the fungus. It's a 30-minute treatment that is relatively painless. The treatment has shown promise, but because it is new there are no long term studies.
Cost: $1,000-$1,200; It is not covered by insurance.
DR. STUART MOGUL
15 West 72nd Street
MANHATTAN
212-769-0066
Or call (877) 863-6245 to find a provider near you.
Information from the laser's manufacturer:
The PinPointe FootLaser was introduced in July 2008 after years of research and development. The PinPointe FootLaser is a major leap forward in medical technology to safely treat toenail fungus.
The PinPointe FootLaser is a patented laser device that is specifically designed to kill toenail fungus. Clinical studies demonstrate the PinPointe FootLaser significantly reduces toenail infection.