Toenail reconstruction may be a means to cosmetically address poor nail plate growth, shape and structure. It can restore patient confidence from toenail issues related to trauma or other nail plate changes. It’s important in that regard, but reconstruction doesn’t address the underlying cause of toenail plate damage. It is a cosmetic cover-up and does come with some infection risk depending on the status and shape of the existing, natural nail plate relative to the reconstructed nail.
Tinexyl PRO is an alternative to toenail reconstruction which can be offered to a range of patients with poorly growing, dystrophic and damaged toenail plates. Rather than just covering up the problem, Tinexyl PRO works with the natural structure of the existing nail plate to support its regrowth and improve its structure. Better rates of growth, better nail bed attachment and better lateral edge formation have all been reported by clinicians who have offered Tinexyl PRO as a solution to recovering nail plate damage. Tinexyl PRO can be used in conjunction with active or passive bracing, some patience and perseverance from the patient, to allow for the natural nail to recover and regrow over time. See how Tinexyl PRO is effective in nail trauma and an example from Angela Radley who recovered one of her patient’s nails with Tinexyl PRO and bracing instead of reconstruction - watch on YouTube
A natural nail restored versus nail reconstruction may be the best solution for some patients and is worth considering.