Podiatry Services in Clifton, NJ
Fungal & Ingrown Toenail Treatment in Clifton, NJ
Fungal and ingrown toenail treatment in Clifton, NJ is available at Dr. Marc Haspel’s office, including in-office laser treatment for fungal toenails. If your toenails are thick and discolored, or an ingrown toenail is painful, we can help.
Thursday & Saturday Hours
Open until 6 pm Thursdays and 9 am–12 pm on alternate Saturdays
Understanding Toenail Conditions
What Are Fungal and Ingrown Toenails?
Fungal Toenails
Fungal toenails, also known as onychomycosis, are caused by an organism that grows in and under the nail. The fungus likes warm, moist places like your shoes, can stay in the nails for many years and can be passed from one person to another.
Ingrown Toenails
An ingrown toenail occurs when a corner of the nail grows into the flesh of the toe, causing redness and swelling, followed by pain and often infection.
Dr. Marc Haspel, DPM
Board-certified podiatric physician & surgeon
Know the Signs
Toenail Conditions: Symptoms & Causes
Understanding what you are feeling, and why, is the first step toward the right care.
Common Symptoms
- Thick, yellow or discolored toenails
- Embarrassment about wearing open-toed shoes
- Redness and swelling along the edge of a toenail
- Pain or signs of infection at the nail corner
Causes & Risk Factors
Common Causes
Many patients pick up fungal toenail infections in a gym locker room, at a nail salon, from wet shoes or after trauma. Ingrown toenails can occur due to improper trimming of the toenail, trauma or genetic factors.
Risk Factors
- Walking barefoot in locker rooms and other shared spaces
- Shoes that stay damp
- Cutting toenails too short or rounding the corners
When Should You See a Doctor?
Make an appointment if your toenails are thick or discolored, or if a toenail corner is red, swollen, painful or draining. If you have diabetes, have any toenail problem checked promptly. If you have a medical emergency, call 911.
Diagnosis
Dr. Haspel examines the nails and surrounding skin, asks about your symptoms and history, and recommends the treatment that fits your condition.
Treatment Options
Fungal Toenail Treatment
There are three treatment approaches for fungal toenails: topical medications, oral medications (which can have serious side effects) and laser therapy. At our practice, a laser focuses a concentrated beam of light through the nail to treat the fungus living in and under the nail. The procedure is performed in our office and requires no anesthesia. Most patients need about three treatments.
Ingrown Toenail Treatment
Treatment is performed by gently numbing the toe and removing the offending corner of the nail. For chronic ingrown toenails, a chemical can be applied to the nail root to permanently prevent the ingrown portion of the nail from growing back.
Benefits of In-Office Toenail Care
- Laser treatment performed right in our office
- No anesthesia needed for laser treatment
- Patients are typically back in a shoe soon after ingrown toenail treatment
Recovery & Prevention
Recovery
After ingrown toenail treatment, patients are typically back in a shoe and can resume normal activities almost immediately. Healthy nail growth after fungal treatment takes time.
Follow-Up Care
Dr. Haspel may schedule follow-up visits to check healing or complete a series of laser treatments.
Prevention Tips
- Trim toenails straight across
- Keep feet dry and wear breathable shoes
- Wear shower shoes in locker rooms and at the pool
Next Steps
Schedule your visit
Call (973) 777-4650 or book online. Our Clifton office is open Monday to Friday from 9 am, Thursdays until 6 pm and alternate Saturdays from 9 am to 12 pm.
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Your Visit
What to Expect
From your first appointment through follow-up care, here is how care for toenail conditions usually works at our Clifton, NJ office.
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Consultation
Dr. Haspel examines the nail and discusses whether laser therapy or ingrown toenail treatment is right for you.
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Treatment
Laser treatment or ingrown toenail treatment is performed in our office.
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Recovery & Follow-Up
Most patients resume normal activities almost immediately. Follow-up visits track healing and nail growth.
Related Care
Related Conditions & Services
Toenail care may also help with: athlete’s foot, diabetic nail care and ingrown toenails in children.
Skin Conditions
Evaluation of growths and discoloration, plus treatment for plantar warts and athlete’s foot.
Diabetic Foot & Wound Care
Comprehensive diabetic foot evaluations, wound care and the Medicare Diabetic Shoe Program.
Child Foot & Ankle Care
Foot exams for children and teens with flat feet, in-toeing, out-toeing, injuries and ingrown toenails.
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Your Podiatrist
Why Choose Marc Haspel, DPM for Toenail Conditions?
Dr. Marc Haspel treats patients for toenail conditions at our office in Clifton, NJ.
Dr. Marc Haspel is a board-certified podiatric physician and surgeon with more than 35 years of experience caring for patients throughout Northern New Jersey.
- In-office laser treatment for fungal toenails
- Gentle ingrown toenail treatment with numbing
- Permanent correction available for chronic ingrown nails
- Convenient office on Clifton Avenue in Clifton, NJ
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions About Toenail Conditions
Answers to common questions about care for toenail conditions at our Clifton, NJ office. Have another question? Our staff is happy to help.
Is toenail fungus only a cosmetic problem?
No. Fungal toenails are an infection that can stay in the nails for many years and can be passed from one person to another.
Who is a good candidate for laser treatment?
Patients with thick, yellow or discolored toenails may be candidates. Contact our office to find out whether laser therapy is right for you.
Does ingrown toenail treatment hurt?
The toe is gently numbed before the offending corner of the nail is removed, so treatment is typically very comfortable.
Can an ingrown toenail be fixed permanently?
Yes. For chronic ingrown toenails, a chemical can be applied to the nail root to permanently prevent the ingrown portion of the nail from growing back.
Is treatment covered by insurance?
Most major insurance plans are accepted, including Medicare. Coverage varies by plan, so please call our office with questions about your benefits, referrals or pre-certification.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call (973) 777-4650, use our online appointment request form or book with Dr. Haspel on Zocdoc. We’re open until 6 pm on Thursdays and from 9 am to 12 pm on alternate Saturdays.
More Ways We Can Help
Other Services at Our Clifton Office
Many foot and ankle problems overlap. These services are often part of the same care plan.
Evaluation of growths and discoloration, plus treatment for plantar warts and athlete’s foot.
Comprehensive diabetic foot evaluations, wound care and the Medicare Diabetic Shoe Program.
Foot exams for children and teens with flat feet, in-toeing, out-toeing, injuries and ingrown toenails.
Book Your Visit
Ready to Get Help With Toenail Conditions?
Schedule a visit with Dr. Haspel at our Clifton, NJ office. Call (973) 777-4650 or book online.
- 1100 Clifton Avenue, Suite C, Clifton, NJ 07013
- Mon–Fri from 9 am · Thu until 6 pm · Alt. Sat 9 am–12 pm
