Instructions for patients undergoing a procedure under IV sedation or general anesthesia :
- Do not drink or eat anything for at least 8 hours prior to your appointment.
- Do not wear makeup or nail polish.
- Wear loose clothing with short sleeves or with sleeves that can be rolled up past the elbow.
- Contact lenses, jewelry, and dentures should all be removed.
- If you are sick (i.e. cold, flu, sore throat, stomach or upset bowel), please notify the office.
- If you take routine oral medications, please notify the office prior to your surgical date for further instruction.
- Please do not smoke at least 12 hours before surgery and discontinue smoking for at least 7 days after surgery.
- Please discontinue any recreational drugs for 24 hours before surgery.
- You should not drive a vehicle or operate any machinery for 24 hours following anesthesia.
- Please have a family member or friend accompany you to the office and to take you home. They should supervise you until you are alert and oriented.