Podiatry Group of Georgia

Faqs

Never a need for needles or local anesthetic with the Q-Clear Q-Switch painless laser procedure.

Your toenails will be cleaned and filed prior to the laser treatment. As each toe is treated with the painless laser you might at most feel a mild, warming sensation, most people feel absolutely nothing.

The laser treatment will take under 10 minutes to treat both feet and there is usually no discomfort during or after the treatment. Your physician will discuss post-treatment care to avoid unsightly unwanted re-infections.

You will notice results within 2-4 months, depending on how quickly your toenails grow. New, clear growth begins to appear at the bottom portion of your nail as the diseased portion of the nail grows out.

You may return to your normal daily routine immediately after your toenail treatment, including painting your nails or pedicure treatments. Go enjoy the outdoors, play sports, exercise or just enjoy yourself. It’s time you can finally relax and not be self conscious.

Q-Clear Q-Switch is an effective, quick treatment, that provides results. Light Age, the manufacturer of the Q-Clear Q-Switch laser, is a pioneer in the laser industry with numerous years of experience in the aesthetic and surgical medical device industry.  Light Age is also a leader in government research with laser stationed at the south pole for early radiation detection to protect all of us.
The Q-Clear Q-Switch produces 1064 /532nm laser light energy that is specifically absorbed by water and water associated with collagen as well as being focused on the color red. Collagen is a major component in the tissues of the nail and nail growth area as well as the skin. The laser is so sophisticated that it can detect and reach the proper target temperature leading to elimination of the toenail infection The treatment then stops immediately without any pain or discomfort. The Q-Clear Q-Switch is an industry-leading laser that was developed for skin treatment. This is a perfect fit for ugly unsightly toenail infections since the nail is simply modified skin.
The Q-Clear Q-Switch laser provides a comfortable safe controlled treatment beyond most lasers by having little to NO THERMAL effect (heat) on the skin, nail, and nail bed. The Q-Clear Q-Switch provides one of the safest most effective treatments in the laser industry.  The Q-Clear Q-Switch has a long track record of safety since the company has been around for numerous years as well as being a leader in government research.
No, you should have no pain or discomfort during the treatment. However, some people feel a warm tingling sensation. The Q-Clear Q-Switch laser has the ability to adjust to all clinical situations and produces little to NO THERMAL effects (heat).
The treatment takes just under ten minutes. One short session with a 30 day review to ensure the nail is properly responding yields the best outcomes with this procedure.
Laser treatment of nail and skin conditions is considered an aesthetic, cosmetic procedure by all insurance companies with coverage denied.
On average, a toenail will replace itself every 9-12 months. Healthy new growth will be visible within the first 2 months as your nails continue to grow following the laser treatment.
Yes. Lasers for ugly unsightly toenail infections have a two plus year track record that is very impressive.  Patients are pleased, happy and no longer embarrassed by their ugly unsightly toenail infections.  Patients have stated they are now wearing sandals which they have not worn for many years because of their ugly unsightly toes.