Laser Nail Program
Vertex Elite Clear Nail Package
A Structured 6-Session Laser Program for Fungal Toenails
Vertex Elite Laser: $650 for six laser sessions. Vertex Elite Complete: $775 for six laser sessions plus one home-care kit. Home-care kit separately: $125. Evaluation determines whether the nail changes are fungal and whether this program is appropriate. Cosmetic improvement is not the same as confirmed clearance of infection; improvement may be incomplete and cure is not guaranteed.
Vertex Elite Clear Nail Package is a cosmetic service and is not covered by insurance. CareCredit financing is available for qualified patients.
Vertex Elite Packages and Pricing
Vertex Elite Laser
$650 USD
Six laser sessions. Home-care kit not included.
Vertex Elite Complete
$775 USD
Six laser sessions plus one home-care kit.
Home-care kit
$125 USD
Available separately. Does not include laser sessions.
The Science
Understanding Class IV Laser Therapy
Laser may be considered for selected patients seeking improvement in nail appearance. A proposed biological mechanism is not proof of clinical cure, and results vary.
Diagnosis Before Treatment
Trauma, psoriasis, and other conditions can resemble fungal nails. Examination and nail testing when appropriate help guide care. Topical and oral medicines remain options to discuss.
Laser Energy and Safety
Laser delivers light energy to the treatment area. Heat and discomfort can occur; settings, protective measures, and suitability require clinical review. Do not assume treatment is painless or cannot injure surrounding tissue.
Appearance Is Not the Same as Cure
A clearer-looking nail does not by itself establish that infection has cleared. Evidence for laser outcomes varies, improvement may be incomplete, and recurrence can occur. No immune protection or permanent result is guaranteed.
Compare laser treatment options and limitations · Fungal nail diagnosis and treatment choices
Clinical Protocol
The 3-Phase Protocol
Six sessions organized into three clinical phases - not a single visit, but a structured plan designed around the slow pace of nail growth.
Knockdown Phase
Initial visits deliver the planned laser sessions and review comfort, nail findings, and the recommended home-care routine. This schedule does not guarantee elimination of infection.
Maintenance Phase
Follow-up visits review nail growth, response, and use of home care. Findings may lead to discussion of testing or alternative treatment rather than assuming that clearer appearance proves cure.
Final Sweep
The final planned session includes reassessment and discussion of next steps. Completing the program does not confirm fungal clearance, and further management may be appropriate.
Toenails grow slowly. Any visible change may take months and depends on nail growth and treatment response. No clear-nail date, complete replacement timeline, or result is guaranteed.
Why Fungal Nails Are So Stubborn
Nail thickness and the extent of disease affect the choice of treatment; prescription topical treatment remains an option for selected cases.
Nail growth is slow, so appearance changes take time and may remain incomplete.
Spores persist in shoes, socks, shower floors, and household surfaces - creating constant reinfection pressure.
Scheduled reassessment helps review progress and alternatives; repeated sessions do not guarantee greater efficacy or cure.
Between Sessions
Home Care and Additional Products
Vertex Elite Laser does not include a home-care kit. Vertex Elite Complete includes one home-care kit. Ask our team to confirm the kit contents and instructions. Other recommended products or supportive treatments may cost extra; confirm costs before purchasing. The examples below are care options, not a list of kit contents. Use products only as directed. Hygiene cannot guarantee prevention of reinfection.
Tolcylen Antifungal Solution
Use according to the product label and your clinician's instructions. Discuss suitability and any irritation rather than assuming it repairs the nail matrix or prevents spread.
Tolcylen Therapeutic Shoe Spray
Use as directed for footwear hygiene. Shoe care may support the treatment plan but does not guarantee prevention of recurrence.
Laundry & Surface Hygiene
Wash socks and machine-washable footwear weekly in warm water. Disinfect shared bathroom surfaces - showers, bathtubs, tiles - once per week.
EB-L1 Supplement (EBM Medical)
Discuss whether this supplement is appropriate before using it. Supplements are not antifungal treatment and should not be presented as a proven way to restore circulation, repair the nail matrix, or cure infection.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do the Vertex Elite packages cost and include?
Vertex Elite Laser: $650 for six laser sessions. Vertex Elite Complete: $775 for six laser sessions plus one home-care kit. Home-care kit separately: $125. Both packages include six laser sessions. Timing may be individualized. Completing the sessions does not guarantee improvement or clearance of infection.
Which package includes the home-care kit?
Vertex Elite Laser does not include a home-care kit. Vertex Elite Complete includes one home-care kit. Ask our team to confirm the kit contents and instructions. Other recommended products or supportive treatments may cost extra; confirm costs before purchasing. The kit is also available separately for $125. Do not assume a specific topical product or supplement is included without confirming the kit contents.
Is the package covered by insurance?
Vertex offers this package as a cosmetic, self-pay service. Ask the office about costs and any benefit questions before treatment. CareCredit is available subject to approval and lender terms; approval is not guaranteed.
How long until I see clear nail results?
Visible change depends on slow nail growth and treatment response and may take months. Improvement may be incomplete or absent. A clearer-looking nail is not proof of cure, and neither a result nor a completion date is guaranteed.
Can I use CareCredit for the Vertex Elite Clear Nail Package?
Vertex accepts CareCredit for this package. Eligibility, credit decisions, promotional offers, and repayment terms are determined by the lender. Review the current terms before applying.
CareCredit Financing Available
The package is offered as a cosmetic, self-pay service. Confirm costs and any benefit questions before treatment. CareCredit financing is subject to approval and the lender's terms.
Ready to Start?
Schedule a consultation with Dr. Guy Golan to confirm whether Vertex Elite Clear Nail Package is right for you. We'll evaluate your nails, discuss what to expect month by month, and build a plan.