LUNULA LASER

SALLY VARNEY CLINIC in Redland, Bristol offers a safe and effective treatment in the fight against fungal nail infections.

Fungal infections of toe nails (onychomycosis) can be unsightly and may cause discomfort due to thickening and discolouration. It can even have a distinct smell and cause embarrassment and self-consciousness for sufferers. The nails may be painful to pressure and a constant source of reinfection of the skin of the foot.

TREATMENT OF FUNGAL NAILS

Traditionally fungal nail infections have been treated with paint on solutions which can be ineffective and slow, or oral medication with the associated unwanted side effects. There is a certain frustration for medical professionals with the lack of successful, safe treatments available.

LUNULA LASER

Lunula Laser is the revolutionary low-level laser therapy bringing new hope to people suffering from onychomycosis. Safe and effective Lunula Laser poses none of the risks and harmful side effects of oral anti-fungal medications and is painless, unlike other laser treatments.

Lunula is a low level laser informally described as a ‘cold laser’ since it does not rely on heat. The two wavelengths employed work differently. One kills the fungus by reacting with its cell wall and the other stimulates the immune response to localised fungus in the nail. The laser is able to target these fungal cells directly – there is no detrimental effect on healthy skin or nail and requires no anaesthetic. This cold laser treatment is non-surgical and there is no recovery period or effect on activity following treatment.

RESULTS

Once significant clearance of the nail is seen at the base of the nail, the previously damaged and infected nail will then grow out. It often takes at least 18 months for total nail regrowth.

We are able to treat all cases from minor involvement to severe cases of infection,

Patients of all ages respond to treatment, including children (they will need to be content to sit for the treatment cycles).

It is important that you inform us of any pre-existing medical conditions; recovery times can be slower if the immune system is compromised. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions.

BEFORE AND AFTER

COSTS INVOLVED

CONSULTATION FEES

The initial consultation involves a thorough explanation of the process involved together with debridement of affected nails, as required. Photographic documentation, assessment of the infected nails and treatment plan recommendations are carried out by our experienced team here at the Sally Varney Clinic.

Review appointments will be required as part of the treatment process to monitor progress, document nail recovery with photographs and discuss future treatment planning; this enables us to work together to provide the best possible clinical outcomes.

All consultations, including review appointments, are charged at £65.00.

TREATMENT PACKAGES:

PACKAGE A – FOR MILD TO MODERATE INFECTION OF TOE NAILS

This package is typically suited to an infection that has not been long-standing and is present in just one or a couple of the nails.

Total cost for 6 Lunula Cold Laser sessions:  £650.00

Please note: each session consists of 2 x 12 minute Lunula cycles, one cycle for each foot.

PACKAGE B – FOR MODERATE TO HEAVY INFECTION OF TOE NAILS

This package is highly recommended for patients with significant, long-standing infection in multiple nails that has not responded to other treatments.

Total cost for 10 Lunula Cold Laser sessions: £850.00

Please note: each session consists of 2 x 12 minute Lunula cycles, one cycle for each foot.

Additional Lunula Cold Laser sessions (2 x 12 minute cycles) carry a fee of £65.00.

Further sessions may be required subject to the level of infection and recovery rate; this will be discussed as your treatment plan progresses.

ANTIFUNGAL PRODUCTS:

Anti-fungal products are provided at the commencement of therapy in order to reduce the risk of reinfection from skin or footwear; the initial supply is included in the treatment package fee.

Additional anti-fungal products are available to purchase including anti-fungal / antibacterial shoe spray which is recommended to sanitise all footwear throughout the treatment process.

Please do not hesitate to contact us:

If you would like to book a consultation appointment, or have any questions about our Lunula Laser treatment packages please call on 0117 907 1113 to speak with Olivia.

We would also be happy to provide you with a quote for any additional treatment options you may require.