fungal infections

The Nail Doctor on Inflammation and Infection

The Nail Doctor is in to give us the scoop on the signs of inflammation, and how to handle fungal infections.

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Can Fungal Infections be Passed from Client to Client?

Paul Kechijian answers questions on nail infections, how to deal with unpleasant fungus and a frequent nail-biter.

Cuticles Help Protect Against Infection

Although structurally small, the cuticle plays an important role in maintaining the integrity and function of the nail and its surrounding tissues.

Debunking the Fungus Myth

Fungal infections of the fingernail are relatively rare and can only be treated with internal prescription medications.

Ask the Nail Doctor

Every month, our nail doctor answers readers' questions about any health-related issue.

Don't Ignore Minor Infections

Information about mild or serious infections will help you understand the importance of your own hygiene as well as increase your appreciation of the complexity of the nail area and make you aware of when a patient needs medical care.

The Nail Doctor

It can be very disconcerting for both you and the client to discover one or more green nails on removing her polish.

Unmasking a Menace: Fungus in the Salon

Fungus, the dastardly, insidious villain that plaques many artificial nail users, has gained a bad reputation around town, and is casting shadows on the reputation of the nail industry across the nation.

Research in Nail Health Leads to Product Breakthrough

A patent-pending product that could have wide-ranging ramifications for the nail industry has recently been introduced by the Virginia-based Peau Corporation.

Understanding Nail Infections

What causes troublesome infections, and what to do about them.