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How Long Does Fallen Nail Take To Grow Back?

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Posted on Fri, 1 Aug 2014
Question: Hi,
I have got my toe nail removed ( by a doctor) due to infection. How long it would take to grow back and will it be normal once grown?.. is it advisable to use biotimik tablets for gorwth.
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Answered by Dr. T Chandrakant (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
up to 1 year

Detailed Answer:
Hi.
Thanks for your query.
It takes up to 1 year for the complete regrowth of the toe nails as this is the rate at which it grows naturally ( it is 6 months for the finger nails).

It is good that you are using biotin and multi-9, helps in early healing, I do not think it will help for rapid growth of the toenail.

Have a regular review with your Doctor in the healing stage and later to see that the outcome is fine, the new nails being straight and near normal.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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How Long Does Fallen Nail Take To Grow Back?

Brief Answer: up to 1 year Detailed Answer: Hi. Thanks for your query. It takes up to 1 year for the complete regrowth of the toe nails as this is the rate at which it grows naturally ( it is 6 months for the finger nails). It is good that you are using biotin and multi-9, helps in early healing, I do not think it will help for rapid growth of the toenail. Have a regular review with your Doctor in the healing stage and later to see that the outcome is fine, the new nails being straight and near normal.