A habit tic is a condition that often is the result of nervous habits, including picking at, playing with, or stroking the nails constantly. Thumbnails are often damaged by another nail. You can service a client with a habit tic, being sensitive to the fact that she may not be able to easily quit this damaging habit.
Required Reading
January 3, 2017
In this month’s column, Dr. Stern discusses habit tic, a nail defect that occurs as a result of repetitively picking or pushing back the cuticle. You might be surprised to learn that super glue can play a part in its treatment.
