Laser Treatement For Ingrown Toenails
At the Laser Caplin clinic, we make use of advanced laser technology to treat ingrown toenails quickly and efficiently, without pain.
Find out more about this renowned treatment, which prevents the ingrown toenail from recurring permanently.
Laser treatment is extremely efficient and prevents irreversible harm to the patient which could be caused by extracting or cutting the damaged ingrown toenail.
Following standard treatment, the ingrown toenail could recur, along with the pain and frustration. Laser treatment, on the other hand, eliminates the problem for good.
CO2 laser treatment for ingrown toenails, provides a high-quality alternative that is more efficient and nearly painless. It heals the foot, providing an esthetic solution which, more importantly, permanently prevents the ingrown toenail from recurring.
Laser treatment of an ingrown toenail guarantees almost 100% success, and requires no more than a single treatment. It is also more efficient in comparison with other treatment methods >>>
- Less bleeding, even in severe cases.
- Laser treatment reduces post-operative discomfort and pain.
- Recovery time is faster than with conventional treatment (returning to normal routine after just a single day).
- Particularly efficient in severe cases and with diabetics.
- More esthetic surgical results.
- Treatment once and for all – with no need for repeated or ongoing treatment.
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Over the years, Jonathan Caplin has acquired vast experience in academic medical institutions and treated tens of thousands of patients in clinics in England and Israel.
Jonathan Caplin was the first to bring laser treatment for ingrown toenails to Israel thirty years ago, and since then, his extensive experience has grown, making him an authority in the field.
In addition, Jonathan Caplin has run foot clinics for the IDF, providing laser treatment for ingrown toenails and has trained numerous surgeons in the field.
Your Questions Answered!
? What are the chances that the ingrown toenail will recur after treatment?
The chances are minuscule!
The success rate of treatment is very high, over 99%. We are pleased to offer our patients a form of treatment which represents a permanent solution to the problem. Podiatrist Jonathan Caplin has successfully treated tens of thousands of ingrown toenails over the years and all his patients benefit from this vast experience.
Please note that all medical guidelines provided after surgery must be followed completely in order to ensure complete success of the treatment.
? Is the ingrown toenail completely removed during treatment?
No, this is unnecessary.
During treatment, just the problematic side of the ingrown toenail which is causing recurrent inflammation is removed very gently. This means there is no need to remove the nail entirely to achieve successful results.
? Is it possible to return to work on the day of treatment?
Most patients at our clinic return to work on the day following treatment, but in the case of office work which does not require physical exertion, it is possible to return to work the same day, making sure to elevate the foot which has been treated.
? Is laser treatment to remove an ingrown toenail painful
Not at all!
Treatment is conducted under local anesthetic and therefore, there is no pain at all.
At the same time, it must be noted that pain is a subjective matter, and each individual responds differently. As with any type of treatment performed under local anesthetic, the anesthetizing injection itself may cause slight local sensations of burning and pressure.
Our patients report that treatment by podiatrist Jonathan Caplin is particularly gentle, and compared with previous treatments they have experienced – painless.
? When can I return to sporting activity?
This depends on which type of activity:
Pilates and Yoga – You may resume activity after 24 hours have passed since treatment, with minor adaptations as needed.
We recommend letting the instructor know that you have undergone treatment for an ingrown toenail so that they will be able to provide you with the necessary accommodations for your wellbeing during recovery.
Swimming – You may resume swimming once 10 days have passed since treatment under certain conditions e.g. avoiding swimming in the sea. This helps ensure that the treated area is not exposed to sand, which could cause infection.
Intensive Sports – We recommend avoiding sports which could place stress on the treated region and to wait for full recovery.
Additionally, athletes may resume training while maintaining certain adaptations, depending on the type of sport.
? What is the laser device for removing ingrown toenails?
A CO2 laser emits a focused beam of light which treats the damaged area by evaporation via the heat of the laser on a small area of the nail, accurately neutralizing the damaged cells in the root of the nail which have caused irregular growth of the nail..
Jonathan Caplin was the first in Israel to implement this unique method, using a CO2 laser to treat and remove ingrown toenails.
