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How to remove leukonychia (thewhite marks onyourfingernails)?
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Benign neglect.: Often times the easiest way is to simply allow the nail to grow out. The white marks are the fingernails version of bruising, and will grow out on their own.
Answered 2/5/2012
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Creams: Use moisturizers with lactic or salicylic acid do not scrape at nails.
Answered 10/5/2012
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