A laser beam is a man-made concentrated ray of light that is sent thru a special lens to produce a highly focused pinpoint area of light energy. This light energy or what we call the laser beam can then be used to vaporize any injured or abnormal tissues that needs to be repaired. Besides vaporizing the abnormal tissue the laser also controls any excess bleeding and also sterilizes the area at the same time. Now days, laser technology is used for everything from removal of toenails to eye surgery. In podiatry laser surgery has been used on many conditions for several years. In Ingrown Toenails the laser destroys the cells of the nail root, which then prevents your toenail from growing abnormally. In Fungus Toenail conditions the laser kills off the fungus spores that have invaded and is living off of the nail. Warts, which are viral infections of the foot can be vaporized by the laser, which avoids burning or cutting them out. Other foot problems such as Neuromas, ulcers, ganglion cyst, and deep-seated Calluses can also be treated by the laser. The major benefit of laser surgery as compared with traditional foot surgery is that healing time appears to be improved with the laser. Because the laser is a precise tool, it causes less swelling, less tissue damage, and minimal bleeding, patients seem to heal quicker with less pain and less post operative infections. Back

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