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The Bed Epithelium Tissue

Tracy Anne Shelverton
10/20/2021

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Between the nail plate and the nail bed is some elastic tissue called the bed epithelium – it’s kind of the same non-living tissue as the cuticle, only the cuticle is produced by the eponychium and the bed epithelium by the nail matrix. It’s as if the nail plate is sandwiched between cuticle and bed epithelium if you like.

When that bed epithelium remains elastic the nail plate can always transport along the nail bed. If for whatever reason the bed epithelium dries out, psoriasis, lichen planus, eczema, minor trauma, fungus, whatever – then the nail plate cannot travel along the nail bed and it really just won’t do it.

A good way to think about it is the nail plate is like a glacier – it moves in perpetual motion (nail plate cells are made 24/7 by the nail matrix) This motion only continues so long as there is no opposing friction underneath it – when friction happens it crumbles and breaks down. The bed epithelium makes sure there is no friction.

Doing anything else other than using a good quality oil and lotion, will only create more problems and solve nothing. Recover the natural nail plate first and afterwards you can use any product to enhance it and you will have a client for life!

It makes no difference if the dryness is a new problem or 10 years in the making, as long as the nail matrix still produces nail plate cells and bed epithelium you will recover the nail plate – it may not be perfect, but it will be there – oil and lotion is the key.

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These are the keratinised non-living cells that are bonded together in layers to form the nail plate<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_9f16b70f5361b0cd305163ba5f6389c7":"

Bed Epithelium<\/div>

This is a thin layer of specialised epithelial tissue that sits on the nail bed and under the nail plate.

At the proximal end it is connected to the nail matrix. At the distal end it forms part of the hyponychium seal.

The onychodermal band is where it squeezes past this seal. It is also involved in the condition: hyperkeratosis which is a reaction to several aggressive factors.<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_f1900331d29da2f6edfcddc565366df5":"

Lichen Planus<\/div>

Lichen planus is a condition that can cause swelling and irritation in the skin, hair, nails and mucous membranes. Lichen planus occurs when your immune system attacks cells of the skin or mucous membranes. It's not clear why this abnormal immune response happens. The condition isn't contagious. It can have complications and a medical practitioner should be consulted<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_b194e98c35f4b702f309014939ccb864":"

Natural nail<\/div>

The nail that is produced by the nail matrix and covers the end of the finger or toe.<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_1246a1b7fb9bed3e4702bd0168f71114":"

Nail plate<\/div>

Hard layers of modified and keratinised skin cells, bonded together, to form a protective plate on the end of each finger and toe, that prevents damage to the underlying bone and allows for manual dexterity.<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_88a4e26c62d6ac2ae0cf474cd106017a":"

Eponychium<\/div>

Very thin area of specialised cells (which literally means \u2018on the nail\u2019) where the cuticle forms. It is situated on the ventral side (underside) of the proximal nail fold.<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_b3f25bf5945a3ed561fe93c3d08ef964":"

Epithelium<\/div>

Epithelium is a type of tissue that forms the outermost layer of the body's organs, as well as the inner lining of cavities and surfaces throughout the body. It serves as a protective barrier and can have various shapes and functions depending on its location, such as absorbing nutrients in the intestines, secreting mucus in the respiratory tract, or providing a protective layer for the skin.<\/p>\n
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Usage: \"The epithelium of the skin acts as a protective barrier against external factors, while the epithelium in the small intestine is specialized for nutrient absorption.\"<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_f40c0a8d177feab9b9fd3ec8ba6ac4fc":"

Psoriasis<\/div>

Psoriasis is a chronic, systemic, non-contagious autoimmune disease with periodic manifestations in the form of severe skin lesions and dermatitis.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_c1a36df0013019a12f8f575de70e853d":"

Nail bed<\/div>

An area of the nail unit under the nail plate consisting of Nail Bed Epithelium and Dermis.<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_233aa7066306b249d62603794d4832bb":"

Keratinised and non-living skin cells of the proximal nail fold that seals the edge between the proximal nail fold and the nail plate creating an efficient seal at the base of the nail plate.<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_a94c3bad4f9dcf2a5f6fcaba474a9914":"

The area, beneath the proximal nail fold ,where stem cells modify skin cells into the cells of the nail plate.<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_71cdf3654c42b4e67b46e20938152d6d":"

Eczema is the most common form of dermatitis - it's sometimes known as atopic dermatitis when it becomes a chronic skin condition.<\/p>\n
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It causes an inflammation of the skin possibly accompanied by redness, rash, or blisters. Long term eczema can also cause a thickening of the skin.<\/p>\n
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The most important (first aid) treatment for eczema is hydration of the skin, not with water but deep-penetrating creams.<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_d2b9d2268175e3b727169bb952f88b12":"

A type of microorganism that can grow on and infect nails, causing discoloration, thickening, and other symptoms.<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_2ae2a5a730f9a5ec8dd0c72128dbb020":"

A lotion\u00a0is a low-viscosity\u00a0product intended for application to the\u00a0skin. \u00a0<\/p>\n
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Although there are many types of lotions,\u00a0hand lotions\u00a0and\u00a0body lotions\u00a0are meant to simply smooth, moisturize, soften and, sometimes, perfume the skin.<\/p>\n<\/div>"}}; -->