Question 1

do toenails grow back after you lost one?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It will take about a year to totally grow back.

Question 2

could toenails grow the same after falling off?

Accepted Answer

They could: But if the nail has been bruised or otherwise injured more severely the root (matrix) that they grow from can be injured, causing the nail(s) to grow back deformed.  Injury to the nail can cause secondary infection, which can also further deform/damage the new nail.

Question 3

how long does it take for my toenails to grow back?

Accepted Answer

12-18 months: Nothing you can do to make them grow any faster.

Question 4

do the toenails grow at a different rate than one another? why?

Accepted Answer

They can: Due to their size, the larger toenails may grow slightly slower than the smaller toenails.  Overall the time frame will be close unless you have an infection in one of the toenails, as that would slow down the growth rate.  Good luck.

Question 5

how do toenails grow? could you provide an illustration or video perhaps?

Accepted Answer

No video: But nails grow from the area under the skin behind the nail called the nail matrix.  Damage to this area will cause funny shaped nails, nails to fall off, ingrown nails etc. Hope this helps.

Question 6

what might i do to grow out my big toenail?

Accepted Answer

Sunlight: Your nail will grow out less quickly than your hair or fingernails, but allow sunlight to be exposed to it for better results.  Also stay healthy with a good diet to prevent it from stunting it's growth.  The nail normally grows out without any conscience effort.

Question 7

will my toenail grow back after matrix removal?

Accepted Answer

Matrix removal: After matrix removal, your toenail most likely will not grow back. Most doctors will do a partial matrixectomy, where only a portion of the matrix is removed. So you are not losing your entire nail, just the portion that has been affecting you. 
All the best.

Question 8

how long will it take for my big toenail grow back?

Accepted Answer

Toenails: grow on average about 1mm per month...

Question 9

toenail fell off, will it grow back? how long will it take?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It should grow back. This typically takes 9-12 months.

Question 10

what do you suggest if i have an in grown toenail. how can i make it grow out?

Accepted Answer

See a foot doc: They will permenantly remove the ingrown portion of the nail.

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