Will leaving the implant capsule (under muscle) interfere with mammograms?

Thank you for your question.  Removal of the implant is straight forward.  The judgement and experience to know how to handle the capsule as well as to guide you in making the right choice based on your exoected outcome is where the training and expertise of a Plastic Surgeon is valuable.

Thank you for your question.  If your implant was infected.then removal was the appropriate procedure.  Discuss plans for future replacement with your surgeon.

Thank you for your question.  Swelling and tightness at one month is normal.  Swelling takes about 6-9 months to fully resolve, but things should feel normal by 4 months.  Each week and month will be better.

Some breast distortion with chest muscle contraction is normal in all patients with implants placed behind the muscle. Your distortion seems significant and you have what is called "window shading" after breast augmentation. The right appears worse than the left. There are many reasons that this...

Thank you for the question.  The answer depends on how the capsule was handled.  If it was removed entirely, then the pocket closes in weeks to months.  If it was left in place, it can take many months or never close.  Discuss with your surgeon.

Thank you for your. Question.  It is possible to still get a nice result in your situation.  The procedure will be a bit more challenging for the surgeon due to scarring, but the recovery will be the same for you.