Nail Ridges Are Often a Normal Part of Aging
One of the most common changes people notice as they get older is the appearance of vertical lines running from the cuticle toward the tip of the nail.
These ridges are particularly common with age and, by themselves, are usually not a reason for concern. Mayo Clinic notes that vertical nail ridges can become more prominent as people get older because of normal changes in nail growth.
This means that seeing a few fine vertical lines after 40 does not automatically