Does disc removal of collar bone weaken the collar?
Patient: I have a broken collar bone that has to be reset. which will need to be plated or just screwed. they have said they will remove the plates or screws once the bone has healed , but my question is, once the srews or plate is removed will this weaken the collar bone where the screws have been or will it heal up Doctor: Hello,  Implant removal is a routine procedure and does not worsen or weaken the bone.  Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.  Take care  Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician