Reclaim Your Health, Beautiful Nails with Onychomycosis Treatment

Healthy, well-kept nails protect your toes and improve your confidence and self-image. Unfortunately, when toenails or fingernails are affected by onychomycosis (fungal nail infection), you may feel insecure and hesitant to show your feet or hands. The good news is that effective treatments are available in Lanham, Maryland. If you struggle with nail fungus, don’t wait! Schedule an appointment with Access Medspa Rejuvenate today.

What is onychomycosis?

Onychomycosis or nail fungus is a fungal infection of the nails, most commonly affecting the toenails. It occurs when fungi invade the nail plate, nail bed, or both.

The common symptoms of onychomycosis include:

  • Discoloration: One of the most common nail fungus symptoms is brown, yellow, or white discoloration, starting at the tip and spreading inward.
  • Thickening: Infected nails often thicken, making them difficult to trim or maintain. Sometimes, the nail may lose its shape, appearing misshapen.
  • Brittleness: Fungi-infected nails become brittle, crumbly, or ragged, resulting in breakage.
  • Discomfort: While not always painful, it can cause discomfort when walking, wearing shoes, or trimming nails.
  • Odor: A foul smell may emanate from the infected nail.
Toenail or fingernail fungus treatment at Access Medspa Rejuvenate provides effective onychomycosis treatments in Lanham, MD

What triggers onychomycosis?

Wondering why you have onychomycosis? Here are the common causes.

  • Wet environment: Frequent exposure to wet socks, shoes, or an unhygienic environment can trigger nail fungus.
  • Underlying health conditions: It’s more common in adults, people with diabetes, circulation problems, or weakened immune systems.
  • Trauma: Injuries to the nail can create openings for fungal infections to develop.

Without treatment, the infection may worsen, damage the nail permanently, or spread to other nails and skin. It’s also important to note that onychomycosis is contagious. It can spread in damp environments like public showers, swimming pools, or through shared nail tools.

What are the treatment options for onychomycosis?

Do you have onychomycosis? We can help you eliminate infection and enhance your nails’ appearance. Treatment options depend on the severity or infection type. Onychomycosis treatment in Lanham, MD, includes:

  • Topical treatments: Your practitioner may recommend applying antifungal creams, lotions, or medicated nail lacquers to the nail. Topical treatments penetrate the nail to kill the fungus on the surface and within.
  • Oral medications: Prescription antifungal pills work from the inside out, helping a new, healthy nail grow free of infection. They are best for more severe or widespread infections.
  • Laser treatment: This non-invasive treatment uses focused laser light to target and destroy fungus under the nail. The laser light emits different wavelengths absorbed by the fungal cells and breaks them down without affecting the surrounding tissue. The laser energy also stimulates the growth of a healthy nail to replace the infected one over time. Laser treatment is best for patients looking for alternatives to medication or when a fungal infection is resistant to conventional therapies.
  • Nail care guidance: When dealing with nail infection, one of the practical solutions to prevent it from spreading is proper nail care habits. Keep your nails clean and dry, and trim your nails regularly. Disinfect nail tools and wear shoes that allow your toes to breathe.

Do you want onychomycosis treatment in Lanham, MD?

If you are struggling with nail fungus, don’t wait to seek treatment. Call (301) 830-4525 and schedule an appointment with Access Medspa Rejuvenate. Dr. Asongtia Ntonghawah DND and her team will help achieve healthy, fungus-free nails with treatment tailored to your needs.