What is reconstruction?
Nail reconstruction on the feet is a specialised aesthetic and functional technique used to restore the appearance of a damaged, deformed, or partially/wholly lost nail.
It's not just beauty – this is a return of self-confidence, freedom, and comfort.
High-quality material is used which imitates a natural nail and allows unimpeded growth underneath. With regular treatments, adequate cleaning and preparation, the nail's condition improves and in a very high percentage of cases, the nail looks far better than its initial state (the state the nail was in when the client first came for treatment).
Who is it for?
To individuals who have lost a fingernail (or part of a fingernail) due to trauma (impact, sport, accident)
✔️ For individuals who have had or have fungal changes
✔️ For those with congenital nail plate abnormalities
✔️ For everyone who avoids open-toed shoes because of the appearance of their toenails
For women and men of all ages
How long does the treatment last?
The treatment takes an average of 30 to 60 minutes, depending on the condition, the number of nails requiring reconstruction, and the technician's skill/experience. The duration is also affected by whether a polish/gel polish service is included.
One or more nails can be worked on, and the reconstruction is adapted to each client individually. Each nail bed requires an individual approach and method of technical intervention to achieve the best possible aesthetic solution.
What does the procedure look like?
- Condition assessment – client meeting and natural point analysis
- Preparation – hygienic and technical nail treatment
- Reconstruction design – material is applied and shaped
- Finishing – fine smoothing and, at the client's request, varnish/gel polish
-without pain
no aggressive manoeuvres
- no natural nail removal/extraction
How often is the treatment repeated?
It is advised to reconstruct nails every 4–6 weeks, depending on nail growth speed and lifestyle.
The treatment should definitely be repeated within 2 months.
It can be regularly redone until the natural nail recovers, or as a more permanent aesthetic solution depending on the client's preferences.
Important to know
Reconstruction is not a treatment for fungal infections, but it can be done after or during controlled treatment with a dermatologist.
In the period when the client is ready to cooperate, an individual nail treatment protocol is agreed, the so-called treatment phase.
- In case of suspected fungal infection, I always recommend a prior dermatological diagnosis/examination.