You will be actively soaking it in epsom salts for at about two weeks, but it will take longer to completely heal. There will be trauma to the skin and it will have to heal. The exact time that it will take depends upon your body's ability to heal itself.What is the average healing time for a toe nail removal?
About a month to two months depending on your body's level of production.
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Added more detail to nail removal from mortar question...?
Someone did work on the house and covered wires coming down the brick wall with shaped vinyl. But they put nails in instead of screws. I want to take the nails out and put in screws without messing up the vinyl. I don't want the person that did this to come back to my home as I'm disgusted with his work. Would rather do it myself but like I stated, I want to save the vinyl.Added more detail to nail removal from mortar question...?
Getting the nails out will make an awful mess. Maybe a touch of paint to stop the heads rusting.Added more detail to nail removal from mortar question...?
if it is already done.leave it.
Getting the nails out will make an awful mess. Maybe a touch of paint to stop the heads rusting.Added more detail to nail removal from mortar question...?
if it is already done.leave it.
Foot pain after nail removal?
I had a part of my ingrown big toe nail removed several weeks ago. The part where they removed the nail has scabbed over, and then fell off several times. However, now I am starting to get pain on the toe again and my foot is generally sore. On top of that, I had sharp pains a few days ago in my foot when pressure was applied. Could this is related to the removal? Should I see my doctor?
Thanks in advanced and please no smart alec answers!Foot pain after nail removal?
It might have been related but it comes from a very different part of the foot. You have to go to the back of the arch for this one. With your foot in your lap place both thumbs, side by side, in the very back of your arch, right in front of the heel and press them in hard and hold. Wait 30 seconds and then pull your toes up as far as you can. Release the pressure but hold your toes there for another 30 seconds.Foot pain after nail removal?
Is your toe exceptionally warm to touch, swollen or discolored (red-ish)? If so consult your doctor, this may be a sign of an infection which may cause the symptoms you have described.
If you have none of these conditions, I would wait a few more weeks and see if the pain lessens on it's own. I've had several ingrown nail's removed and it does remain slightly painful for quite some time following the procedure. If it is still a problem after another couple weeks I would seek advice from your primary care physician.
Good luck!
soak your foot every night in hot epsons salt water. you can buy epsons salt at the drug store - it is cheap and helps to draw out any infection and assists with healing.
shoes - wide toe shoes will always be essential in order to avoid pain or growing another ingrown toe nail. you can't get an operation and return to the same things that caused the problem.
i buy my shoes on line cause most stores do not respect the need for comfortable well fitting shoes unless you get those real ugly ones.
clarks has a good selection of wide toed clogs - so does earth shoes.
and look allie (bot) who goes by many names is pushing a prescription pain killer.
Thanks in advanced and please no smart alec answers!Foot pain after nail removal?
It might have been related but it comes from a very different part of the foot. You have to go to the back of the arch for this one. With your foot in your lap place both thumbs, side by side, in the very back of your arch, right in front of the heel and press them in hard and hold. Wait 30 seconds and then pull your toes up as far as you can. Release the pressure but hold your toes there for another 30 seconds.Foot pain after nail removal?
Is your toe exceptionally warm to touch, swollen or discolored (red-ish)? If so consult your doctor, this may be a sign of an infection which may cause the symptoms you have described.
If you have none of these conditions, I would wait a few more weeks and see if the pain lessens on it's own. I've had several ingrown nail's removed and it does remain slightly painful for quite some time following the procedure. If it is still a problem after another couple weeks I would seek advice from your primary care physician.
Good luck!
soak your foot every night in hot epsons salt water. you can buy epsons salt at the drug store - it is cheap and helps to draw out any infection and assists with healing.
shoes - wide toe shoes will always be essential in order to avoid pain or growing another ingrown toe nail. you can't get an operation and return to the same things that caused the problem.
i buy my shoes on line cause most stores do not respect the need for comfortable well fitting shoes unless you get those real ugly ones.
clarks has a good selection of wide toed clogs - so does earth shoes.
and look allie (bot) who goes by many names is pushing a prescription pain killer.
My nail beds are horrific; help for nails after removal of acrylic ones?
It has been four months since the removal of the acrylic nails, and my nails still look awful. They are thin and break as soon as they grow.My nail beds are horrific; help for nails after removal of acrylic ones?
There are a few products out there that can help you out. First, if you have weak nails, i would suggest fabric nails instead of acrylic. Fabric nails are flexible and are light weight and are good for nails that are thin and weak. You can wear them natural or polished if you want. OPI makes a line of nails strengtheners called Nail Envy it works just like a top coat, but it also strengthens your nails and help them grow. I would suggest using a nail strengthener for about a month or so to give you nails some time to repair, then you can start getting artificial nails again. Hope everthing turns out ok.
There are a few products out there that can help you out. First, if you have weak nails, i would suggest fabric nails instead of acrylic. Fabric nails are flexible and are light weight and are good for nails that are thin and weak. You can wear them natural or polished if you want. OPI makes a line of nails strengtheners called Nail Envy it works just like a top coat, but it also strengthens your nails and help them grow. I would suggest using a nail strengthener for about a month or so to give you nails some time to repair, then you can start getting artificial nails again. Hope everthing turns out ok.
Removal of nail varnish from a wool jumper?
I spilt acrylic nail varnish across the front of my best merino wool jumper..how can I remove it, can I use ordinary nail varnish remover on it?Removal of nail varnish from a wool jumper?
Highly unlikely - the acetone will almost certainly dissolve the jumper. Throw it - sorry ;(lips
Highly unlikely - the acetone will almost certainly dissolve the jumper. Throw it - sorry ;(
Nails after acrylic nail removal?
Hey,
I just removed my acrylic nails myself, stupid I know, but couldnt do anything with them on. Now they are all ULGY haha, what can I do to make them look better soon???? can I apply nail polish or is it too soon?
P.S. it was the first time I ever got these type of nails, they were for my semi formal. I naturally have great strong nails without fake ones that everyone comments on, PLZ HELP get them back!Nails after acrylic nail removal?
ok, dont put polish on them just yet. The reason they look ugly and most likely week is because they are dehydrated and need to re-harden in open air.
firstly get yourself a buffer and give them a light shiney buff, file them shortish and push back and moisturise your cuticles. maybe go to shops and get some supplies (shouldn't cost you more then $5). or if your not sure what to do, treat your self at a day spa or salon for a ';manicure';. tell them your problem.
whether you do it yourself or buy a professional, they'll look natural and shiney. keep them shortish and they should recover in a month and you could grow them again.
best wishes hun!
p.s no nail hardeners actually change the stucture of the nail plate. waste of money. only maintenance helps.Nails after acrylic nail removal?
it will take quite a while for them to become strong and healthy again , but make sure when you apply nail polish you use a bottom coat of clear and a top coat . (make sure its strengthener)
you could paint them as soon as you want .
I just removed my acrylic nails myself, stupid I know, but couldnt do anything with them on. Now they are all ULGY haha, what can I do to make them look better soon???? can I apply nail polish or is it too soon?
P.S. it was the first time I ever got these type of nails, they were for my semi formal. I naturally have great strong nails without fake ones that everyone comments on, PLZ HELP get them back!Nails after acrylic nail removal?
ok, dont put polish on them just yet. The reason they look ugly and most likely week is because they are dehydrated and need to re-harden in open air.
firstly get yourself a buffer and give them a light shiney buff, file them shortish and push back and moisturise your cuticles. maybe go to shops and get some supplies (shouldn't cost you more then $5). or if your not sure what to do, treat your self at a day spa or salon for a ';manicure';. tell them your problem.
whether you do it yourself or buy a professional, they'll look natural and shiney. keep them shortish and they should recover in a month and you could grow them again.
best wishes hun!
p.s no nail hardeners actually change the stucture of the nail plate. waste of money. only maintenance helps.Nails after acrylic nail removal?
it will take quite a while for them to become strong and healthy again , but make sure when you apply nail polish you use a bottom coat of clear and a top coat . (make sure its strengthener)
you could paint them as soon as you want .
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