Can a plate fitted in cheek be removed through keyhole surgery?
Patient: Hi, I have a plate in my cheek that was fitted a week and a half ago, is it reasonable to ask for it to be taken out at some point as I can feel it through my skin and it makes me feel queasy! Also, do the screw holes in my skull heal over when the screws are removed? and is the operation keyhole or do they need to open up the same sized cut in my mouth they made when fixing my cheekbone? Doctor: Hello,  It will depends on the size of the plate and screw. I would recommend you to let the surgeon decide if minimal invasive surgery could help.  Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.  Regards, Dr. Haleema Yezdani, General & Family Physician