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Today I was cleaning , and I accidentally smashed my pinkey finger into the counter. And my whole nail came off. Exposing my flesh. You can see the form of the nail.. but it's mainly flesh. And it looks moist. Not only that. I had aralyic nails *fake nails.* on. So my real nail. And that nail both came off.

And now I need to know if my real nail will grow back. Please help.
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  • Female | 20 years old
  • Complaint duration: 1 day
July 29, 02:08 AM

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The nail originates from the germinal matrix which resides behind the nail fold or cuticle. When the nail is removed, the nail bed is exposed which appears red and glassy. This is sensitive but will become less moist as the new nail advances from the fold. A nail will grow out over a 1 to 3 month period. It is important to protect the exposed nail bed during the initial healing phase.
Andrew P Trussler
Andrew P Trussler, MD
Plastic Surgeon in Austin, TX
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August 30, 11:14 PM
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As long as there is no full thickness laceration (meaning a cut that goes through your whole skin) you just have to trim the nail that has torn off and replace it over your finger. This will act like a biologic dressing and encourage your new nail to grow out.
Arian Mowlavi
Arian Mowlavi, MD
Plastic Surgeon in Laguna Beach, CA
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December 04, 11:46 PM
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Yes, a new nail will grow in but it will take months. Use antibiotic ointment for a few days and then use petroleum jelly to keep the area moist for about a week. Resist the temptation apply fake nails over the area before a new nail completely heals.
Robert N. Severinac
Robert N. Severinac, MD
Plastic Surgeon in Fort Wayne, IN
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October 25, 02:18 AM
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Most likely your nail will regenerate naturally. You must protect the exposed area, though, to let the tissues grow best.
Robert True
Robert True, MD, FACS, FACOG
Cosmetic Surgeon in Colleyville, TX
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October 17, 10:43 PM
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Ouch! That must not be fun. Even though you have lost that nail, it will likely grow back. Keep a bandaid on it and monitor it very carefully as it is a site for possible infection. Also in the future, I would not do acrylic nails as it is very unhealthy for them; it leaves your nails weak, thin and prone to infections. I know it looks fabulous, but try something less harmful, like gel nails or Shellac. Or, better yet, go natural!
Recharge Medical
Recharge Medical
Cosmetic and Laser Medicine in San Francisco, CA
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September 26, 05:51 PM
Your real nail will probably grow back.
Gurmander S. Kohli
Gurmander S. Kohli, MD, FACS
Plastic Surgeon in Newburyport, MA
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August 06, 02:14 AM
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A photo would be helpful and an examination more so but if the nail bed itself is intact your nail should grow back so keep it protected and covered with antibiotic ointment till you can see a specialist
Frederic H. Corbin
Frederic H. Corbin, MD
Plastic Surgeon in Beverly Hills, CA
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July 30, 02:01 AM
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A photo would be helpful and an examination more so but if the nail bed itself is intact your nail should grow back so keep it protected and covered with antibiotic ointment till you can see a specialist
Frederic H. Corbin
Frederic H. Corbin, MD
Plastic Surgeon in Beverly Hills, CA
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July 30, 02:01 AM
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And that is one of the reasons I hate acrylic nails.

You may have some other issues. I would see a hand surgeon. You may have a nail bed laceration that should be repaired. You may have a fracture. The proximal nail fold does better if you stent it. Less chance of scarring between the nail roof and nail bed which can lead to a really painful condition.
Tracy E. McCall
Tracy E. McCall, MD
Plastic Surgeon in Pewaukee, WI
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July 29, 08:57 PM
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As long as there is no significant injury to the nail bed and the base of the nail bed, another nail will come back. It may take up to 6 months for the nail to grow back in.
Hardik Soni
Hardik Soni, MD
Medical Spa in Summit, NJ
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July 29, 06:19 PM
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