The Lunula Laser is a medical device that uses two specific wavelengths of light—635 nm red light and 405 nm violet light—to treat toenail fungus (onychomycosis). This non-invasive, pain-free therapy helps destroy fungal organisms while encouraging healthy new nail growth. It’s an effective alternative to oral medications, which can have unwanted side effects.

How It Works

The Lunula Laser combines two types of light to target fungal infection and stimulate nail healing:
  • 635 nm Red Light: Boosts mitochondrial energy production and increases nitric oxide (NO), which improves blood flow and supports healing.
  • 405 nm Violet Light: Produces reactive oxygen species (ROS), which damage fungal cell structures.
  • Combined Effect: NO and ROS interact to form peroxynitrite, a compound that destroys fungal pathogens.
  • Biostimulation: Enhanced blood flow and oxygen delivery promote new, clear nail growth.

Treatment Process

  • Pain-Free & Non-Invasive: No heat is generated, so the procedure is comfortable and safe.
  • Quick Sessions: Each session lasts about 12 minutes and can treat all five toes at once.
  • Multiple Treatments: Several sessions are usually needed to achieve optimal results.
  • FDA-Cleared: Lunula Laser is cleared by the FDA for the treatment of toenail fungus.

Benefits

  • Effective: Clinically proven to treat nail fungus with impressive results.
  • Comfortable: Completely painless for patients.
  • No Medications: Avoids potential side effects of oral antifungal drugs.
  • No Heat: Unlike some other lasers, Lunula does not use heat to treat the nail.

Considerations

  • Potential Side Effects: Risks are minimal, but more research is needed on long-term effects and on patients with certain medical conditions.
  • Preventing Recurrence: Good foot hygiene, sanitizing shoes, and using antifungal sprays help reduce reinfection risk.
  • Insurance Coverage: Most insurance plans do not cover this treatment.