Dermis Nail

The nail dermis is a small layer of skin located directly under the fingernail and is a continuation of the skin of the wrist or antecubital fossa. When nails are damaged (for example, by injury or manicure), the dermal tissue is usually exposed and becomes accessible to infection and inflammation. Here are some main characteristics of this fabric:.

Characteristics

- The dermis of the nails is involved in protecting the circulatory system and the central nervous system of the hands.

- The area of ​​the dermis of the fingers depends on their size. For example, the area of ​​the dermis of the tip of the thumb is about 64 mm2, and that of the index finger is about 33 mm2.

- The thickness of the dermis of the nail plate ranges from 0.03 to 0.17 mm.

Functions

Dermatic tissue performs a number of important functions, including the following:

- Formation of a flexible sheath that protects the circulatory system and nerves in the skin of the hands from external damage