Bay Harbor Podiatry Group Launches New Revolutionary Laser Treatment for Nail Fungus

June 10, 2009 - PRLog -- Bay Harbor Podiatry Group, providing cutting-edge medical treatments and personalized podiatry care for over 25 years, is taking the fight against nail fungus to a new level with the launch of a revolutionary laser treatment that is the most effective at eliminating stubborn toenail fungus (Onychomycosis).  Using a laser, the doctors penetrate all toenails without affecting the underlying tissue to eliminate fungus.  The treatment is safe, painless and done in a single 30-minute office visit.  Results to date show this course of treatment to be nearly 80 percent effective without any side effects.

“I’ve never been able to offer as powerful, effective and safe a treatment as this new laser technology. And the best part is there are no dangerous side effects, no pharmaceutical prescriptions, and it’s achieved during a single office visit,” said Dr. Marc G. Mittleman, founder and director of Bay Harbor Podiatry Group.  “I’ve personally seen the embarrassment and shame brought on by this very common disease. Here at last is an effective treatment that allows everyone the chance to show their feet again with pride.”

Dr. Mittleman and his physicians treat all toes on both feet with the laser regardless of infection to eliminate the possible spread of the fungus. Patients can expect to see healthy nails within 8 – 10 months.  

Onychomycosis affects approximately 35 million people in the U.S. and almost 50% of the population over age 40.  It’s frequently transmitted in nail salons, gyms and other places where people go without shoes. No single or combined topical treatments have proven to be more than 25 percent effective.  While some oral medications tout success rates as high as 65 percent, they require three months of treatment and carry a serious risk of liver damage and require frequent blood testing and monitoring throughout treatment.  

With Bay Harbor Podiatry Group’s new PinPointe laser treatment, as featured on Good Morning America, patients can resume physical activities and wear normal shoes or paint their nails immediately following the procedure. For more information, visit www.footcareone.com.

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About Bay Harbor Podiatry Group
Bay Harbor Podiatry Group has provided cutting-edge and personalized healthcare to residents of the South Bay area of Los Angeles for over 25 years. Founded and directed by Dr. Marc G. Mittleman, the practice is the first in the area to offer this revolutionary toenail fungus laser treatment. Dr. Mittleman, and his associates, Dr. Michael S. Bloch, and Dr. Roland J. Carroll, III, are certified Diplomats of the American Board of Podiatric Surgery and treat all ailments of the foot and ankle. For more information, visit www.footcareone.com.