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A member asked:
I get my nails done every 3weeks wirh gel procedure should i be worried about skin cancer?
3 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
No: Just nail disorders or deformity. Not wise to do that so often.
Answered 3/16/2013
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Depends on chemical: There are some teratogenic agents that may be used and should be avoided for topical use as well as minimizing the inhalation all agents. Acrylic solvents have been implicated in neoplastic processes. However, that being said, i among aware of any specific study which has shown an increased incidence of skin cancer in nail technicians or clients.
Answered 1/5/2019
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Probably not: I am not aware of a direct correlation.
Answered 3/27/2013
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