growth changes over time, slight ridges may become more noticeable.
They may also be associated with:
- Dry skin
- Minor nutritional deficiencies
- Everyday wear and tear
- Normal changes associated with aging
In most cases, vertical ridges do not require treatment and are simply a normal variation in nail appearance.
Horizontal Ridges (Beau’s Lines)
Horizontal ridges are more noticeable and can sometimes be more significant. These lines run from one side of the nail to the other and are medically known as Beau’s lines.
They can form when nail growth is temporarily
