What is the average time required to replace a toenail?

The average time required for a toenail to fully regrow after loss or damage is typically around 9 to 12 months. This duration is due to the biological processes involved in nail growth, which is considerably slower for toenails compared to fingernails. Toenails grow at a rate of approximately 1.5 millimeters per month, and since toenails are thicker and have a more extensive matrix, it can take a longer period for them to completely regenerate.

Fingernails, in contrast, usually take only about 4 to 6 months to replace fully. Understanding the growth rates of these different types of nails is crucial for a manicurist, as it can impact how they approach nail care and recovery for clients.