At Lips Boutique® and Beauty Lab in Midtown Toronto, we treat toenail fungus (onychomycosis) with ClearSteps™ — Fotona’s dedicated Nd:YAG laser protocol. The laser passes safely through the nail plate and heats the fungal colonies beneath it, weakening the infection so a clear, healthy nail can grow in its place — no oral antifungal medication, no surgery, no downtime.
Unlike most clinics that spread treatments over months, we follow Fotona’s true clinical protocol: four sessions, one week apart — your full active treatment is complete in just one month. All ten toenails are treated at every session, because fungus can sit dormant in nails that still look healthy.
ClearSteps™ is Fotona’s clinically developed laser protocol for onychomycosis (nail fungus). The Nd:YAG laser beam passes through the nail plate and gently heats the nail bed, targeting the fungal organisms that cause discoloration, thickening, and brittleness. Surrounding skin and tissue stay protected.
Because the laser works beneath the nail — where creams can’t reach and without the liver-related risks of oral antifungals — it’s a safe, effective option for people who want results without medication.
ClearSteps™ delivers results without medication, so you can put your best foot forward again:
Your ClearSteps™ visit at Lips Boutique® and Beauty Lab follows a clear, three-step plan built for comfort, precision, and results:
From Fotona, the laser's manufacturer
See how the Nd:YAG laser reaches the fungus beneath the nail plate — where creams can't.
Evidence-based practice
We don't offer treatments on trends — we offer them on data. The protocol we follow is the same one validated in published clinical research.
In the foundational clinical study of the Fotona Nd:YAG protocol — 72 patients, 194 infected nails.¹
That study used exactly 4 laser sessions at 1-week intervals — the same schedule we follow in your Complete Program.¹
In a randomized comparative trial, Nd:YAG laser treatment achieved significantly greater clinical response than topical antifungal therapy.²
Published outcomes vary with infection severity, nail involvement and individual factors — which is why every plan at our clinic starts with a proper nail assessment and includes scheduled maintenance to protect your results.
¹ Kozarev J, Vižintin Z. Novel laser therapy in treatment of onychomycosis. J Laser Health Acad. 2010;1:1–8. ² Kim TI et al. A randomised comparative study of 1064 nm Nd:YAG laser and topical antifungal treatment of onychomycosis. Mycoses. 2016.
Your journey to clear nails
Nail fungus doesn't clear overnight — but your active treatment is done in one month. Here's exactly what happens, and when.
Active treatment — one month
After your free consultation and nail assessment, the laser targets the fungal colonies under every toenail. You'll feel gentle warmth — most clients find it very comfortable.
Weekly spacing keeps constant pressure on the fungus so it can't recover between sessions. This is why Fotona's protocol is weekly — not monthly.
You won't see visible change yet — nails grow only 1–2 mm per month — but the environment under your nail is transforming.
Your final program session. From here, your job is simple: follow your aftercare plan and let the healthy nail grow out.
Maintenance — protecting your results
New, clearer nail is emerging at the base. This session protects the regrowth and treats any residual fungal activity.
Roughly half your nail has been replaced by healthy growth. We reinforce your results.
Nail replacement is complete or nearly complete. Your final maintenance session guards against reinfection — the most common reason fungus "comes back."
Your investment — transparent, no consultation required to see it
Every session treats all ten toenails, following Fotona's true clinical protocol — four weekly sessions, then scheduled maintenance while your healthy nail grows out.
The full Fotona clinical protocol — four weekly sessions, finished in one month. Not stretched over half a year.
One ClearSteps™ laser session treating all ten toenails — a way to experience the treatment, or as prescribed in your personalized plan.
Fungus can spread between hands and feet. Add all ten fingernails to any visit while you're already with us.
Your 3-month visit is included in the Complete Program. The 6- and 12-month visits protect your results while the clear nail fully grows out, and guard against reinfection.
Laser onychomycosis treatment is often eligible under Health Spending Accounts — detailed receipts provided.
ClearSteps™ is ideal for you if you:
If you’re frustrated by slow progress or embarrassed by discolored nails, book a free consultation and we’ll map out a plan with a clear finish line.
Choose a clinic that gives you the whole plan up front — not vague timelines and open-ended sessions.
Four weekly sessions plus structured maintenance at 3, 6, and 12 months — exactly as Fotona designed it. No vague timelines, no endless open-ended sessions.
Our full program pricing is published right here — no consultation required just to learn the cost.
Our team is trained on Fotona’s advanced laser platform across multiple treatment protocols.
Midtown Convenience. Located at Yonge & Eglinton — minutes from North York, Yorkville, and Leaside, with weekly visits that fit around your workday.
Fotona’s clinical protocol is four sessions spaced one week apart, treating all ten toenails at each visit. Maintenance sessions at 3, 6, and 12 months are then recommended to protect your results as the healthy nail grows out. Severe or long-standing infections may occasionally need additional sessions — we’ll assess this at your free consultation.
Weekly sessions are Fotona’s manufacturer-recommended protocol. Treating weekly keeps continuous pressure on the fungal colonies so they can’t recover between sessions. It also means your active treatment is finished in one month instead of being stretched across half a year.
Most clients describe only a sensation of gentle warmth. No anesthesia is needed, and there’s no downtime — you can put your shoes back on and return to your day immediately.
The fungus is targeted during your four-week program, but visible results follow your nail’s natural growth — nails grow just 1–2 mm per month. Most clients see clear new growth at the nail base within 2–3 months, with full clear regrowth over 9–12 months. Individual results vary.
Onychomycosis is the medical term for a fungal infection of the nail — the cause of yellowing, thickening, crumbling, and lifting of toenails and fingernails. It affects roughly 1 in 10 adults and rarely resolves on its own, which is why early treatment matters.
Laser onychomycosis treatment typically isn’t covered by standard insurance plans, but many clients use a Health Spending Account (HSA) — check with your plan provider. We provide detailed receipts for your claim.
