NEET PG DENTAL EXAM

Detailed explanation-1: -What is nail matrix? The nail matrix is the area where your fingernails and toenails start to grow. The matrix creates new skin cells, which pushes out the old, dead skin cells to make your nails. As a result, injuries to the nail bed or disorders that affect the matrix can affect your nail growth.

Detailed explanation-2: -Your nail matrix is made of special cells whose main job is to make new fingernails or toenails. Each nail matrix produces 196 layers of cells that combine to make each of your fingernails and toenails. Each nail matrix is constantly making new nail cells, unlike your hair follicles, which go through periods of rest.

Detailed explanation-3: -The germinal matrix is responsible for 90% of the nail growth. The nail is formed by the keratinous mass pressed between the nail bed and the eponychial fold and grows distally. The eponychium contributes to the shine of the nail. The nuclei are present initially which later disappear.