They file your nail bed down to adhere the glue for the arcrylic, that can cause fungus or infection. I had to have a nail removed b/c of this. You are well advised to let your nails go natural to avoid this. It is not worth it ... try this for now to protect your finger .... http://www.sammonspreston.com/Supply...eaf_Id=A899130 Paronychia http://www.merck.com/mmhe/sec05/ch071/ch071j.html Paronychia is infection of the cuticle.
This very common hand infection can be caused by an injury to the nail and cuticle, nail biting, or aggressive manipulation of the cuticle during a manicure.
Paronychia can be caused by many different bacteria, including Pseudomonas and Proteus. The cuticle and tissue at the margin of the nail become red, swollen, and intensely painful. If left untreated, an abscess will develop and can spread to the fingertip (leading to a felon) or to the bone.
The doctor makes the diagnosis by examining the affected finger. In its earliest stage, paronychia may be treated with oral antibiotics and frequent warm soaks to increase the blood flow. If an abscess develops, it must be surgically drained.
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Originally Posted by Gracie2006  I tried acrylic nails for the first time about three months ago and had them removed a week or two ago after several fills. I got tired of messing with them and the expense. Anyway, I have one nail that is like rice paper. It has split down beyond the quick a bit over 1/8". Where the nail is split the two halves of the nail are curling under into the fingernail bed. This is tender, but not really painful. It just keeps getting caught on everything. I tried mending it by securing a steri-strip to it with super glue. That lasted about a week then fell off. Beyond wearing a band aid until the darn nail grows out, is there any other fix? Is there a way to mend the nail to secure it until it grows out, without going the acrylic route again? Those shops should post warning signs that acrylics can trash your nails. |