Why do my fingernails have dents and bumps in them?

Question

How do I fix it so they are smooth without destroying the strength of my nails?

Answer 1

First, it sounds like an infection babe. To know for sure, go to a cosmetologist, preferably a nail tech. Cosmetologist are trained to see if that might be an infection ( it's in our books babe!) If it is, talk to your doctor about treatment options. There are many different products that might help you. However, it may be a lack of vitamins. As silly as it may sound, prenatal vitamins are awsome for this sort of thing. There is also another vitamin product called Hair, Skin, and Nails that should be close to the prenatal vitamins. It works just as well. You may need to see your doc and have some blood tests done though to see if you are getting the proper vitamins in you diet. As for the strenghening part, try buying some Sally Hanson's Strong as Nails nail polish. It's just a clear coat, but will help keep your nails strong. Make sure to take it off every 2 to 3 days though. A lot of people have trouble with yellowing if you leave nail polish on your nails for too long. Just give your nails a day to dry out after taking it off and re-apply. If you have anymore questions, feel free to e-mail me at [e-mail] . I am a cosmetologist and might be able to help you more if needed. Good Luck!

Answer 2

just use a small buffer for now, and start to eat more calcium, and if you leave nail polish on for long periods at a time your nails can't breath, leaving them unheathly and somewhat cracked and bumpy

Answer 3

you have an infection in your nail you can go to a dermatologist and they can give you a perscription for lamisil tablets that will help the infection and the bunps and it will strengthen your nail also

Answer 4

Vitamin deficiency... may be zinc... take a good multiple vitamin

Answer 5

You're not getting enough calcium in your diet.