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Nail Fungus Laser Treatment

A treatment that uses the PinPointe and Onycho lasers to deliver heat energy directly to the fungus beneath the nail, destroying it selectively. It minimizes damage to surrounding healthy tissue and is suitable even when oral antifungals are not an option due to pregnancy, breastfeeding, or reduced liver function. It is done about once a month in around 10 minutes.

Overview

Treatment Info

Key facts at a glance

Precise Fungal EliminationPinPointe and Onycho lasers deliver heat energy directly to the fungus beneath the toenail, selectively destroying it while minimizing damage to healthy tissue.

No Need for Oral MedicationA safe treatment option even for those who cannot take oral medication due to pregnancy, breastfeeding, or reduced liver function.

Short Treatment TimeWith sessions of about 10 minutes once a month, treatment fits easily into even the busiest schedule.

Who it's for

We're here for you

Patient cases this treatment is for. See if your concern fits.

Those Who Cannot Take Oral Medication

Those unable to take oral medication due to reduced liver function or other reasons

Those Who Saw No Results from Topicals

Those who did not see sufficient results from topical treatments

Those Who Are Pregnant or Nursing

Those unable to use medication due to pregnancy or breastfeeding

Benefits

Why choose this?

Core effects of this treatment — what it solves and what to expect.

Laser Treatment Without Medication

Treated with laser, without the burden of oral medication

Selectively Destroys Only the Fungus

Minimizes damage to surrounding healthy tissue

Just 10 Minutes, Once a Month

Quick and convenient sessions

How it works

To the root of every concern, step by step

Yonsei Star's step-by-step treatment design, reaching from the skin surface to deep within the dermis.

Procedure Videos

See treatment details and results in video.

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Research

Research evidence

In-house research and published papers backing this treatment.

Onychomycosis Nd:YAG Laser Research

Treat without oral antifungals

Our team

Treating physicians

Physicians performing this treatment. High-difficulty (e.g., scar) handled by Co-Directors.

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Dr. Kang Jin-Moon

Right care, refined skill

Dr. Lee Sang-Joo

25 years of answers through research

Dr. Park Byung-Jin

Academia and clinic, in both hands

Dr. Lim Jae-Yoon

Detailed care, broad solutions

Dr. Jung Ji-In

Precise diagnosis, refined care

FAQ

Common questions patients ask about this treatment.

It is best to continue treatment once a month while the nail grows out healthy.

A non-thermal laser is used, so there is little to no pain.

Maintaining good hygiene alongside treatment can lower the risk of recurrence.

Cautions

Pre & post-care

Essential pre/post-care to maximize results and prevent side effects.

Keep the Treated Area DryKeep the treated area clean and dry

Hygiene in Shared FacilitiesTake care with hygiene in shared facilities such as bathhouses and swimming pools

Consistent Treatment Until CuredTreatment must continue steadily while the new nail grows out

Advantages

Why Yonsei Star

Why Yonsei Star stands out for this treatment.

Korean Dermatological Association Presidency

Co-Director Dr. Lee Sang-Joo currently serves as President of the Korean Dermatological Association, continuing academically grounded care that reflects the latest society-level insights and guidelines in practice.

Multiple Medical Textbooks Authored

Authored multiple textbooks — Acne Bible, Medical Skincare, Pigmentary System, Skin Barrier, Gold PTT Aesthetic Treatment, Medical Nail Care, Medical Body Care — standardizing clinical know-how.

Green Prescription Clinic Certified

Certified as a Green Prescription Clinic by Korea's Ministry of Health and HIRA after rigorous review — performing only what the patient truly needs, no over-treatment.