Questions and Answers
What is the water content of a healthy nail?
15% to 25%
What affects nail growth?
Nutrition, Exercise, and General Health
What does a longer matrix produce?
A thicker nail plate
After losing a toenail, how long does it take for a new nail to completely take its place?
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How long does ordinary replacement of the natural nail take?
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What are nails made out of?
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What does a healthy nail look like?
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What does an adequate amount of water do for the nail?
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What does an inadequate amount of water cause?
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Poor nail growth is caused by what factors?
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Study Notes
Nail Structure and Growth
- Healthy nails contain a water content ranging from 15% to 25%.
- Nail growth is influenced by factors such as nutrition, exercise, and overall health.
- A longer nail matrix results in a thicker nail plate.
- It takes approximately 9 to 10 months for a new toenail to completely replace a lost one.
- Ordinary replacement of a natural nail takes about 4 to 6 months.
- Nails are primarily composed of keratin, a fibrous protein.
- Healthy nails appear whitish and translucent, showcasing good condition.
- Adequate water in nails contributes to their flexibility and resilience.
- Insufficient water causes nail rigidity, leading to brittleness and breakage.
- Poor nail growth can stem from various issues, including poor general health, injury to the nail matrix, or nail disorders and diseases.
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