Nail Structure Crossword

Thin layer of tissue that attaches the nail plate and the nail bed
Dead, colorless tissue that attached to the natural nail plate
Living skin at the base of the natural nail plate that covers the matrix
Part of the nail plate that extends over the tip of the finger or toe.
Slightly thickened layer of skin under the nail that lies between the fingertip and free edge of the natural nail plate
Tough band of fibrous tissue that connects bones or holds an organ in place
Visible part of the matrix that extends from underneath the living skin; it's the whitish, half moon shaped at the base of the nail
Area where the nail plate cells are formed; this area is composed of matrix cells that produce the nail plate.
Portion of the living skin that supports the nail plate as it grows toward the free edge
Folds of normal skin that surround the natural nail plate
Furrow on each side of the nail
When the nail is abnormal in shape or form
Hardened keratin plate that sits on and covers the natural nail bed. It is the most visible and functional part of the natural nail unit.
Composed of several major parts of the fingernail including the nail plate, nail bed, matrix, cuticle, eponychium, hyponychium, specialized, ligaments, and nail fold.
Also known as onyx
The tissue bordering the root and sides of the fingernail or toenail
Also known as lateral nail fold