How do you fix a broken nail?

Answer 1

The most effective treatments are oral anti-fungal medications like terbinafine (Lamisil) or itraconazole (Sporanox). Generally, they must be taken for 12 weeks. The are prescription medicines and are fairly expensive. There are possible side effects including, in rare cases, liver damage.

Another alternative is a prescription anti-fungal nail polish called ciclopirox (Penlac). It is applied daily to the nail and the surrounding skin. Every 7 days you must clean off the built-up applications with alcohol and begin anew. The nail polish may need to be applied for 12 months (versus 12 weeks for the oral treatment). It is said to cure only 1 in 10 cases completely. There are also over-the-counter creams and ointments. They generally are not effective in eradicating the fungus, which is in the root of the nail. Because the toenail grows so slowly, it will take about a year before your nail shows no lingering signs of the infection.

Answer 2

The only way that I think you would be able to fix a broken nail would be to even out the rough edges with a nail file. Then you just have to wait for it to grow back.

Answer 3

Because of the possibility of serious complications, a physician should be consulted for treatment of severe and/or infected ingrown nails

Answer 4

Get some antibiotics and that should clear it right up.Also give it time.

Answer 5

If the nail bed has not been removed, a new nail will grow in a few months time. The new nail grows from the nail bed.