Not really. If they have been damaged for that long, nothing will change that. Keep them short. You could look into adding a layer of acrylic over the nail to help seal it, but that isnt a permanent fix
I'd be concerned since you said it sometimes hurts. This could be a medical problem, and if it were me, I'd see a doctor about it. I don't know how old you are, but if you are still living with your parents, I'd tell them about it and ask them to book an appointment with a doctor. Maybe it isn't a medical problem, but your nails should not hurt like that.
Thanks. I don't live w/ my parents. I do have health insurance, but I don't think it's a medical problem. It isn't a constant pain. It hurts when the nail get caught on something, which is easy to do, since it is split. So it's like having a hang nail.
I really like the acrylic idea. I think I'll try that. Do you think it will look odd to have one acrylic nail?
From what I've seen acrylic looks like a regular nail polish and you can get it either clear or with colored nail polish over it. Don't take my word for it, I just saw my friend get acrylic put on her nails.
If it were me, I'd really get a medical opinion before I put glue on the cracked toenail. It may be all right for the acrylic, but I'd hate to put a potential problem on top of the one you've got.
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Have you asked around or looked at your family members? Do they have the same problem. Cracked pinky toenails are usually a genetic trait. You know like a widows peak, or having that weird toe that kind of sits higher than the others. If other members in your family have it, then you'll know for sure is just a genetic trait. If not, then I have to agree with Anne6000. You should see a dermatologist because is probably either some kind of deficiency or most likely a fungus.
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