fimming and topping are almost the same thing.. i would think that you could fim one time, and then later on, top her.. you can top as many times as you like.. if i were you, i would go and check out uncle bens topping technique for two or four main colas.. its a great thread on here, and he does a much better job of explaining when and where to top than i would do for you..
after i post this, i will find the link for you and post that too.. hope ub's post will help clear some things up for you, i know it has for me in the past..