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Our New York City Podiatrist is an expert in treating skin & toenail conditions including:
FUNGAL
TOENAILS
Do you have thick, yellow, discolored toenails? Are you embarrassed to wear your open-toed shoes in public?
Chances are you have fungal toenails, a condition also known as onychomycosis.
podiatrist treats toenail fungus in newyork city upper west side Fungal toenails are caused by an organism that grows in and under the nail. The fungus likes to grow in warm, moist places like your shoes. Many patients pick up fungal toenail infections in the gym locker room, from a nail salon, wet shoes or from trauma. Fungus can stay in the nails for many years and can be passed from one person to another. Treatment for fungal toenails includes topical and oral medications, which used together are very effective.
If you’re tired of looking at those unsightly toenails, please schedule an appointment today with Dr. Fabienne Rottenberg DPM.
NAIL RESTORATION SYSTEM
KeryFlex is a safe, nonsystemic in-office application that restores the appearance of your natural nails. The product allows the us to remodel your nails affected by fungus, nail dystrophies and trauma. The patented resin creates a flexible, non-porous nail that allows the remaining natural nails to grow.
The KeryFlex nail provides a natural looking nail during oral anti-fungal therapies.
It also provides an immediate cosmetic improvement to compliment laser fungal treatments. The KeryFlex nail is durable and unaffected by acetone, nail polishes or detergents. Schedule an appointment for a complete evaluation.
INGROWN TOENAILS
At our practice, many of my patients fear coming in for treatment of an infected ingrown toenail. They come in with excruciating pain and we get to send them home feeling a whole lot better.
pain relief from ingrown toenail podiatrist upper west side new york city
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. Ingrown toenails can occur due to improper trimming of the toenail, trauma or genetic factors.
Treatment for ingrown toenails is performed by gently numbing the toe, and then removing the offending corner of the nail. If you have chronic ingrown toenails, we can remove the root in the office to permanently prevent re-growth of the ingrown portion of the nail.
If you have an ingrown toenail, don’t be afraid to schedule an appointment. Your treatment will be gentle and virtually painless, and we’ll get you back to your normal activities right away.
Microwave Therapy For Warts & Skin Lesions
WARTS (PLANTAR WARTS)
Are you tired of dealing with pesky warts? Dr. Fabienne Rottenberg, DPM is very excited to announce that we have a brand new and effective treatment for surface based skin lesions, primarily warts.
At our podiatry practice, Dr. Fabienne Rottenberg DPM, we offer many wart removal treatment options. Foot Warts (Plantar Warts) are a common foot condition that we treat in our practice. If you have one or more growths on the bottom of your foot that may or may not be painful, chances are it’s a plantar wart.
Plantar Warts are caused by a virus. You may notice little black dots in the wart. People sometimes think these dots are splinters. They are actually the blood vessels that nourish the wart. You can get viral warts anywhere you walk barefoot, such as the local pool, karate studio, dance studio, locker room or even from a pedicure salon.
There are several treatments for plantar warts, the type of treatment received depends upon the patient’s needs. Plantar warts can spread easily. If you think you have one or more plantar warts, contact us today to have them removed before they multiply
ATHLETE'S FOOT (TINEA PEDIS)
What is Athlete’s foot ((tinea pedis)?
Athlete’s foot is caused by a fungal infection affecting the web of skin between the toes and the soles of the foot. Symptoms typically include burning, pain, itching and scaling.
Athlete’s foot is highly contagious. People pick up these fungal infections when walking barefoot on contaminated floors and object. Athlete’s Foot can even be passed from person to person.
Although Athlete’s foot can be treated with anti-fungal medications, you should always try to keep your feet dry, wear cotton socks and “breathable shoes”.
We offer various treatments for Athlete’s foot. If you think you have athlete’s feet, schedule a consultation with Dr. Rottenberg and let our foot doctor help you find relief.