How do you treat thickening toenails?

How do you treat thickening toenails?

Applying a small amount of melted coconut oil can help heal thick yellow toenails. You can purchase over-the-counter (OTC) antifungal nail creams and ointments. Be sure to clip and clean your nails before use to make sure the creams reach deeper layers. Laser therapy can be used to treat a fungal toenail infection.

Are thick toenails permanent?

In some cases, trauma to the nail is permanent and the nail may require removal under local analgesia. In such cases the nail root matrix will need to be destroyed because damaged growth cells will continue to produce a thick new toenail.

How to get rid of thick toenails fast and naturally?

Baking soda has strong antifungal effects.

  • Applying 100% tea tree oil to affected toenails twice daily can help ease symptoms.
  • Olive leaf extract has both antibacterial and antifungal effects.
  • Coconut oil is an antifungal agent.
  • You can purchase over-the-counter (OTC) antifungal nail creams and ointments.
  • How do you get rid of thick toenails?

    Clean the affected area with soap and water daily.

  • Groom your nails regularly.
  • Apply an over-the-counter fungal treatment after you gently file your nails.
  • Apply Vicks VapoRub on your toenail each day.
  • How to cure thick nails?

    Fill a cup with hot water

  • Add a few tablespoons of the extract of snakeroot herb to the water to make a paste
  • Smear your thick,brittle toenails with the snakeroot herb paste
  • Wrap your thick toenails with sterile gauze
  • Rinse your feet with lukewarm water after about an hour
  • Do this twice daily for the cure of thick toenails
  • How do you kill toenail fungus?

    Coconut Oil Image:ShutterStock Coconut oil is one of the best remedies to treat Toenail fungus at home. Because of its antioxidant properties,it boosts your immune system.

  • Epsom Salt Epsom Salt is a natural anti-inflammatory substance that combats against fungus,reduce pain and also improves circulation.
  • Snakeroot Extract