Has the health of your toenails slowly begun to deteriorate due to a toenail fungus infection? Has an injury caused one of your nails or break off or become distorted? If this is the case, don’t hesitate to schedule an appointment here at Great Neck Family Foot Care. Dr. Hochstein, our expert podiatrist, can utilize the KeryFlex Nail Restoration system to correct your nail problem, so you can get back to walking around without issue.
What Is KeryFlex Nail Restoration?
Although sustaining toenail damage is not something life-threatening, it can quickly cause embarrassment or self-esteem issues. Fortunately, if you visit our team, you won’t have to live with them for long. The KeryFlex Nail Restoration System is the perfect solution for getting nails back to their original shape. It involves using a composite resin that creates a flexible but durable non-porous nail that allows the remaining part of the nail to grow correctly. Those dealing with damage caused by any of the below can benefit from this:
- Toenail fungus.
- Nail defects.
- Trauma sustained to the nail.
The Benefits
When looking for ways to treat your toenails, it’s essential to always focus on the benefits each potential treatment can bring. Should you visit our facility, Dr. Hochstein will likely recommend the KeryFlex Nail Restoration system due to the plethora of benefits it offers. Below are just some examples of why you should consider this form of treatment:
- It looks and feels completely natural.
- KeryFlex restored nails can bend with the natural movement of the toes.
- It will not irritate the underlying levels of the nail.
- It is unaffected by acetone, nail polishes, or detergents.
It can be applied in transparent, natural, or opaque colors.
What To Expect
If you’re a bit nervous about this type of treatment at first, it’s perfectly understandable. However, Dr. Hochstein would like to inform you more about what you can expect. Once determining you will go through with this procedure, the first thing that takes place is filing the damaged nail down as much as possible. Next, the bonding agent and resin will be applied to the nail. Finally, the nail will be molded, shaped, and filed smooth before applying a sealant to harden. Overall, it will take about 30 minutes to complete.
Schedule An Appointment
Patients who are ready to do something about their damaged nails shouldn’t hesitate to reach out to our team at Great Neck Family Foot Care. We have the intervention methods needed to correct the problem and restore your quality of life. For more information on the KeryFlex Nail Restoration system or schedule your first appointment, contact Dr. Hochstein today!