A member asked:

Please share an interesting fact about improving fingernail and toenail appearance.

34 doctors weighed in across 25 answers

Ignore: Biotin as a supplement can help improve the appearance and strength of finger/toe nails.

Answered 10/4/2017

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Ignore: Discoloration and thickness in the toenails is usually due to fungus and there are many treatments.

Answered 4/18/2014

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Dr. Ashley Vanderloop answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Ignore: Allowing your toenails to grow straight and square will help prevent ingrown nail infections.

Answered 5/9/2014

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Dr. Ashley Vanderloop answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Ignore: Massaging unrefined coconut oil into nail beds and cuticles, helps them stay clean ; grow strong.

Answered 5/9/2014

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Eating: Eating a balanced diet can improve nail health.

Answered 6/3/2014

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Dr. Christopher Hendrix answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Ignore: Gelatin supplements will help nails grow faster and stronger.

Answered 4/4/2015

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Nails: Nails and Hair are both made from the same substance called keratin.

Answered 6/15/2014

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Poor: Poor nutrition leads to unhealthy nails.

Answered 2/28/2015

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Dr. Jean Lieu answered

Ignore: To whiten your finger nails, clean your nails with a whitening toothpaste.

Answered 7/16/2014

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Ignore: Use gloves for wet work, gardening, and chores. Water softens nails and makes them more fragile.

Answered 7/22/2014

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Dr. Dustin Colegrove answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Ignore: Eat a balanced healthy diet rich in vitamins and minerals to keep your nails strong.

Answered 7/23/2014

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Ignore: Gelatin capsules can promote healthier nails if they are thin or brittle.

Answered 5/11/2020

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Dr. Glynis Ablon answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Ignore: Not all nail changes are fungal, see derm for answers.

Answered 11/21/2014

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Dr. Richard Taddeo answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Ignore: Biotin as a supplement and hydrating with a mild cream containing urea (5%) is very helpful.

Answered 10/24/2014

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Dr. Pamela Hoffman answered

Specializes in Integrative Medicine

Ignore: Scrub your nails when you bathe. It only takes a few seconds. Use a moisturizer. Nails are porous.

Answered 11/20/2014

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Dr. David Moats answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Ignore: Take biotin 5000mcg daily can reduce the cracks and nails splitting and strengthen the nails.

Answered 12/22/2014

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Ignore: Do not allow the toenails to get too long . Pressure on the tips can cause them to loosen.

Answered 2/3/2015

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Dr. Thomas Inwood answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Ignore: Sorry nail salons but I see lots of bacterial and fungal infections after salon visits. Dc those.

Answered 2/7/2015

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Dr. Vern Christensen answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Ignore: Biotin is a natural supplement to improve appearance of hair, skin and nails.

Answered 5/13/2016

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Ignore: Nail is an extention of your skin, so treat your nails like your skin, they will look great!!

Answered 3/14/2015

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Ignore: Constant filing or rasping of any damaged areas are helpful.

Answered 3/18/2015

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Dr. Scott Keith answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Ignore: Do not mess with your cuticles. It serves as a seal much like the seal on you car's windshield.

Answered 7/14/2015

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For: For dark yellow nails use Vicks vapor rub to make nail color get lighter.

Answered 10/6/2015

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Ignore: Keep nails trimmed to avoid excessive shoe pressure.

Answered 12/21/2015

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Dr. Richard Mallia answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Ignore: Use 100% Tea Tree Oil 3 X a day for 3 months after filing top of nails for relief of fungus.

Answered 10/31/2018

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