Safety of Gel Nails During MRI Procedures

What's an MRI?

MRI stands for Magnetic Resonance Imaging. It helps doctors see inside your body!

Why Worry About Gel Nails?

Gel nails are fancy, but they might affect the MRI machine.

Gel Nails and Magnets

MRI machines use powerful magnets. We need to make sure gel nails don't react!

Metal in Gel Nails?

Some gel nail products have tiny metal bits. This can be a concern.

Usually, it's okay to keep gel nails on. But always ask your MRI technician first!

Can Gel Nails Stay?

Before your scan, tell the technician about your gel nails.

Safety Check!

Precaution is Key

The technician might check your nails to ensure they're safe for the scan.

Rare Problems

Very rarely, gel nails might cause issues if they have metal.

If your technician says it's okay, you're ready to go!