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What is a nail bed?
A nail bed is the skin underneath the nail plate, where the nail grows from. It contains blood vessels and nerves that support the nail as it grows. Damage to the nail bed can affect the growth and health of the nail.
Where is the nail formed?
nail matrix
What is the main regions of a nail?
The main regions of a nail are the nail plate (visible part), nail bed (skin underneath the nail), nail matrix (area where nail cells are produced), cuticle (protective barrier at the base), and lunula (the white, crescent-shaped area at the base).
What part of the nail contains nerve and blood supply?
the nail bed
What does the nail plate contain?
The nail plate is made up of a tough protein called keratin, which provides strength and protection to the nail. It also contains water, oils, and minerals that help maintain the nail's flexibility and hardness. Additionally, the nail plate is composed of overlapping layers that are continually produced by the nail matrix at the base of the nail.
