Required Reading

Under the Microscope: Paronychia

January 6, 2012

Paronychia is an infection that occurs when there is breakdown in the seal between the skin and the nail plate.

A Day in the Life of a Nail Doctor

August 19, 2011

A New York City-based dermatologist specializing in nails, Dr. Dana Stern takes us on a tour of her day — complete with melanomas, onycholysis, paronychia, and more.  

On My Mind: Fear Factor Doesn't Fly With Us

February 1, 2010

Risé Carter of NSI, Doug Schoon of CND, Paul Bryson of OPI, and numerous other manufacturers and nail techs have sent letters to Dr. Oz. I encourage you to do the same. Go watch the video and then click on the Contact Us link at the bottom of the page.

Related Articles

• Under the Microscope: Lichen Planus

  Lichen planus is an inflammatory skin condition that can affect the nails as well as most other parts of the body.

• Under the Microscope: Paronychia

  Paronychia is an infection that occurs when there is breakdown in the seal between the skin and the nail plate.

• Under the Microscope: Ingrown Toenails

  Common but painful, ingrown nails are often the result of poor care — and infection may follow.

• Under the Microscope: Beau’s Lines

  Beau’s lines are ridged or grooved lines that run horizontally across the nail.

• Under the Microscope: Brittle Nails

  Sometimes called onychorrhexis or onychoschizia, brittle nails peel, split, and break easily.