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Thomas Fiala, MD, FACS, FRCSC
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
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Best Doc in Central Florida!

I've already written another review, based on my journey thru research, planning, doctor choice, pre-op, post-op, etc. I have posted pictures, both good and bad. But, I did't give my doctor a thorough review. So, please read my comments about Dr. Thomas Fiala and his staff below. They were the best!

3 month post-op visit

Everything is going according to schedule. My scar tissue has broken up even more- about 99% in the left breast and 90% in the right. Coloring is still quite pink, but Dr. Fiala said that's very normal- that it could take up to a year before they fade to white. He recommended continuing with scar stick or scar sheets (which I wear almost daily). He also suggested lasering them if I wanted to hurry along the healing process. (I'll probably just wait).

I'm very happy with my results, with just one flaw... when I lift my left arm over my head, a small indentation appears toward the bottom outer edge of my breast. I noticed it in my bathroom mirror because of the lighting from a side window. I asked Dr. Fiala why this happened and if anything could be done to fix it. He told me that it's just the natural fat in the center of my breast. It pools there more than the outer edge on me. If it bothers me enough (or if I happen to have dramatic weight loss and makes the indentation appear larger), he suggested fillers similar to those that a person would use to fill their cheeks for fullness. Again, I'll probably just wait it out. It's really not noticeable to the naked eye without the right lighting :)

I'll try to take pics this weekend and post if I can get the lighting right to show my lil' dent. If not, refer to pics from month 2...Fabulous!

2 months out

I'm technically 3 days late on this update, but am pleased to say all is well.

My breasts have softened and dropped slightly. I have already become accustomed to them as if they've always been there. In truth, they look just like they did when I was 19... So I got exactly what I asked for!

The incisions are still quite pink, and not all of the scar tissue has been broken up. I'm about 90% clear on the left, but only around 75% on the right. (My right breast was the one where the doctor couldn't find the stitch. I'm assuming it got pulled out in my initial post-op. Maybe that's why there is more scarring.)

Also, certain activities or movements still irk my pectorals. I haven't gotten back to my regular strength workouts, but I'm playing it safe.

So, I guess I'll check back in after my next post-op visit with Dr. Fiala in July :)

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Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
220 E. Central Pkwy., Altamonte Springs, Florida
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Worth the wait! I did a lot of research and consultations before deciding on my doctor. Actually, based on Dr. Fiala's reviews and testimonies, he was my first choice. However, we wasn't available for months. So I went elsewhere to hear what other doctors had to say. After meeting with Dr. Fiala and his staff, I was sold! They are all great and do their best to make you feel comfortable. The office and surgical suite are all in the same location (which they give you a tour of during your consultation). I thought this was a bonus because I didn't have to go to a general hospital the day of my surgery. Oh- and while I'm at it, I thought my anesthesiologist was awesome too! I cannot remember his name, but he was very full of jokes :) The entire office is friendly and inviting and always greet me by my name. I've never even had to wait for any of my follow-up visits. I have been recommending Dr. Fiala to my all of my friends and clients.