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One of the most common conditions that affects the nail is onycholysis, which is the separation of the nail plate from the nail bed. Onycholysis occurs as a result of or along with a great variety of nail traumas and disorders. Probably the most common cause of onycholysis is a fungal infection of the nail.
In this month’s column, Dr. Stern talks about feet — exfoliation, callus prevention, cuticle care, masks, footwear, and the theory behind “earthing.”
Dr. Stern discusses when to wash, how to wash, and who should wash, as well as addressing the role of hand sanitizers and gloves in infection prevention.
In this month’s column, Dr. Stern explores the causes of acute and chronic paronychias and how to treat them.
In this month’s column, Dr. Stern discusses her consultations with patients dealing with retronychia, dysplastic nevus, and glomus tumors.
In this month’s column, Dr. Stern discusses yellow nails. Causes range from cosmetic concerns — like polish staining — to medical conditions such as fungus, onycholysis, and yellow nail syndrome.
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.
In this month’s column, Dr. Stern discusses the different reasons pseudomonas infections (sometimes called "greenies") may develop on clients’ nails and what to do about it if they do.
In this month’s column, Dr. Stern discusses the changes that take place in the nails as we age, including an increase in ridging, thickening, yellowing, and onycholysis (nail separation).
In this month’s column, Dr. Stern discusses who is particularly at risk to contract nail fungus and what treatment options are available to those who do get it.
In this month’s column, Dr. Stern discusses her patients’ top nail-related cosmetic concerns, such as ridging and thickened toenails.
In this month’s column, Dr. Stern discusses the most common causes of onycholysis and its treatment.
In this month’s column, Dr. Stern discusses infections of the skin and nails that nail techs should be aware of.
Get advice on maintaining free edges, nail biting habits, hepatitis B, and calluses.
The Nail Doctor discusses throbbing nails, tumors, young clients, and arthritis medication.
Dr. Phoebe Rich answers your questions on lupus and acetone-free removers.
Your questions answered! What causes fungus, what to do about brittle nails, and more.
