Fungal Nail Treatments
Healthier nails start with the right care.
Fungal nail infections can cause nails to become thickened, discoloured, brittle or difficult to manage.
At Salisbury Courtyard Clinic, we offer professional nail assessments and specialist treatments, including Clearanail fenestration, to help you manage fungal nail infections and improve the appearance and health of your nails.
Understanding Fungal Nail Infections
Discolouration
Nails may become yellow, white, brown or multicolour in appearance.
Thickened Nails
Infected nails can become thicker, brittle or crumbly and can become difficult to cut.
Diagnosis
Not all nail changes are caused by fungus, an assessment helps determine whether treatment is appropriate.
Treatment Options
Depending on your needs, treatment may include nail reduction, topical antifungal preparations or ‘Clearanail’ fenestration.
‘Clearanail’ Fenestration
A targeted approach to treating fungal nails.
Clearanail is a specialist treatment that creates tiny, precisely controlled holes in the affected toenail. These allow topical antifungal preparations to reach the nail bed more effectively. The Clearanail device is designed to stop when it penetrates the nail, making the procedure comfortable and generally painless.
Treatment usually involves two appointments, approximately 8–12 weeks apart, alongside the regular application of an appropriate antifungal preparation at home.
As toenails grow slowly, visible improvement takes time, and results can vary. Many people require an annual top-up appointment to manage the fungal load.
Treatment is not suitable for those under 16 years of age; pregnant or breastfeeding; using other antifungal treatments; or have an allergy to topical antifungal medications.
