Expert Foot & Ankle Treatment from Michigan’s #1 Podiatrist - Balance Foot & Ankle Specialist

Board Certified Podiatrists

Expert Foot & Ankle Care

Clinical Resolution for Fungal Nails in Bloomfield Hills

Sophisticated laser protocols and targeted medical therapies for patients who demand clear results and professional foot health.

Clearer, Healthier Nails Start Here:
Advanced Toenail Fungus Solutions.

Tired of "Quick Fixes" That Never Clear the Fungus?

Professional Concerns

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Is the discolored, hypertrophic (thickened) appearance of your nails compromising your grooming standards or personal confidence?

Physical
Discomfort

The Mobility Barrier

Has the thickening of the nail plate led to painful pressure in your footwear or secondary ingrown nail issues?

The "Brittle"
Breakage

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Have you exhausted over-the-counter options only to find that the fungal colony has moved deeper into the nail matrix?

The Reality Check: Toenail fungus is a living infection, not just a “stain.” It will not grow out on its own, and “home remedies” like vinegar or bleach often damage the skin without ever reaching the fungus living under the nail plate.

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Conveniently located for patients in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan.

Why Your Ankle Gave Way

Heel spurs and Achilles tendinitis often go hand-in-hand. Over time, constant tension on the tendon causes the bone to respond by growing a “spur.” It’s your body trying to protect itself, but it ends up causing more pain.

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How a Heel Spur Actually Forms.

An ingrown nail is a mechanical intrusion of the nail plate into the soft periungual tissue. This leads to a foreign-body reaction, causing inflammation and, eventually, pyogenic granuloma (overgrowth of tissue). Our Bloomfield Hills clinic focuses on precise surgical excision and matrixectomy to ensure the underlying cause is addressed at the root.

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The Pathophysiology: The Fungal Colony

Dermatophyte Invasion

Onychomycosis is primarily caused by dermatophytes that feed on keratin, creating a protective "biofilm" under the nail plate.

Secondary Infection Risk

If left untreated, fungal nails can lead to skin infections (cellulitis), particularly in patients with circulatory or diabetic concerns.

Subungual Debris

The "yellowing" is actually a buildup of fungal byproducts that physically separates the nail from the bed, leading to permanent deformity.

The Bloomfield Hills Approach: Precision Restoration

Laser Debridement & Sterilization

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We utilize FDA-cleared laser technology to thermally deactivate fungal spores through the nail plate with zero downtime.

Targeted Oral & Topical Synergy

Advanced Numbing Techniques

For aggressive cases, we prescribe advanced oral medications with localized topicals to attack the infection from the inside out.

Long-Term Prophylaxis

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We provide medical-grade anti-fungal protocols and shoe sterilization technology to ensure your environment remains fungus-free.

Richard P.

Bloomfield Hills, Michigan

"I spent years hiding my feet at the lake. After the laser treatments here, my nails are finally clear. I can't wait for sandal season this year!"

Expert Podiatrists

Meet Our Foot Doctors

A leader in reconstructive foot surgery and diabetic limb preservation. Dr. Biernacki focuses on high-risk cases and advanced surgical intervention to restore mobility.

Specializing in neuropathy diagnostics and preventive biomechanical therapies.

Focus on advanced clinical wound healing and dermatological diabetic care.

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Why Michigan Patients Trust Us

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Reclaim Your Barefoot Confidence.

Resolve the infection. Restore your standard. Don’t settle for “managed” fungus when you can achieve a definitive clinical resolution. Secure your evaluation today.

First Steps Out of Bed Shouldn't Feel
Like Stepping on Glass.

If you're wincing with your first few steps every morning, or dreading a night out because you know your feet won't cooperate — you already know how much foot pain quietly steals from you.

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The Morning Dread

You brace yourself before your feet hit the floor. The sharp heel pain that greets you every single morning.

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The Shoe Problem

Nothing fits comfortably anymore. You've given up heels, your favorite sneakers, and any shoe that looks professional.

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The Cancelled Plans

The trip you said no to. The walk you cut short. The grandkids you can't keep up with anymore.

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The Painkiller Cycle

Ibuprofen at breakfast. Ice packs at night. Temporary relief — but the pain is always back by morning.

The Life You're Putting on Hold
Is Getting Further Away Every Day.

Chronic foot pain doesn't just hurt — it quietly erodes the experiences that make life worth living. Here's what our patients tell us they've given up:

  • "I used to play 18 holes on Sundays. Now I can't make it past the 3rd hole."
  • 🏃"I signed up for a 5K with my daughter. I had to drop out before race day."
  • 💃"I haven't danced at a family event in three years. The pain just isn't worth it."
  • 🧸"I can't chase my grandkids around the yard. They don't understand why grandma always has to sit."
  • 🧳"We cancelled our trip to Europe. I knew I couldn't walk cobblestones for a week."
  • 💼"I'm on my feet all day for work. By noon, I'm counting the hours until I can sit down."

"If any of this sounds familiar — you don't have to keep living this way."

Advanced Treatment That Actually
Addresses the Root Cause.

At Balance Foot & Ankle, we don't just mask the pain. We diagnose exactly what's driving it — then use the most modern, minimally invasive treatments available to fix it, permanently.

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MLS Laser Therapy

FDA-cleared dual-wavelength laser that penetrates deep tissue to reduce inflammation and accelerate healing at the cellular level. No surgery, no downtime. Patients often feel relief after the very first session.

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EPAT Shockwave Therapy

Non-invasive acoustic wave technology that triggers your body's own healing response — breaking up scar tissue and stimulating collagen production. 80%+ success rate for chronic plantar fasciitis.

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Minimally Invasive Surgery

When conservative treatments aren't enough, our MIS techniques use pencil-thin instruments through micro-incisions. Faster recovery, less scarring, and back on your feet in days — not months.

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Custom Orthotics

3D-scanned to your exact foot anatomy. Not the generic insoles from the drugstore — precision-engineered supports that correct the biomechanical issues causing your pain from the ground up.

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Regenerative Injections

PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) therapy uses your body's own growth factors to heal damaged tendons and ligaments from the inside out. A powerful alternative to cortisone that promotes lasting recovery.

About regenerative care →
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Toenail & Skin Conditions

Laser toenail fungus treatment, ingrown nail correction, wart removal, corn and callus care — all handled in our comfortable clinic setting with same-day appointments available.

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Getting Back on Your Feet Is Simpler Than You Think.

We know starting with a new doctor can feel overwhelming. So we've made the path from pain to recovery as clear as three steps.

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Book Your Appointment

Online in 60 seconds, or call us. Same-day slots are available in Howell and Bloomfield Hills.

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We Diagnose the Real Problem

Digital X-rays, gait analysis, and Dr. Tom's 15+ years of expertise — we find exactly what's causing your pain.

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You Get Your Life Back

A personalised treatment plan that works around your schedule and goals — not a generic protocol.

Why Over 1 Million People Trust Dr. Tom

Dr. Tom doesn't just treat patients in the clinic — he's Michigan's most-watched podiatrist online, with a YouTube channel that has helped over a million people understand their foot health. That depth of knowledge comes to every appointment.

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YouTube Views Educating Patients Worldwide
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Years of Board-Certified Podiatric Practice
4.9★
Average Google Review Rating (400+ Reviews)
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Convenient Locations — Howell & Bloomfield Hills

Real Patients. Real Recoveries.

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"After years of plantar fasciitis, Dr. Tom had me pain-free in three laser sessions. I genuinely cried when I walked to my mailbox without limping for the first time. Cannot recommend enough."
— Sarah K., Bloomfield Hills
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"I was terrified of foot surgery. Dr. Tom explained the minimally invasive procedure step by step. Six weeks later, I walked my daughter down the aisle. Best decision I ever made."
— Robert M., Howell
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"Same-day appointment, thorough diagnosis, and a treatment plan that actually worked. I'd been to two other podiatrists before. Wish I'd found Dr. Tom first. Already back on the golf course."
— Jim P., West Bloomfield

You've Waited Long Enough.
Same-Day Appointments Are Available.

Don't let another morning start with that sharp, grinding pain. Our team is ready to see you — often today.

Book My Appointment Now →

Or call us directly: (810) 206-1402