Before General Anesthesia/IV Sedation

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• You may not have anything to eat or drink (including water) for six (6) hours prior to the appointment.
• No smoking at least 12 hours before surgery. However, it is ideal to stop smoking altogether.
•  A responsible adult must accompany the patient to the office, remain in the office during the procedure, and drive the patient home.
• The patient should not drive a vehicle or operate any machinery for 24 hours following the anesthesia experience.
• Please wear loose fitting clothing with sleeves which can be rolled up past the elbow, and low-heeled shoes.
• Contact lenses, jewelry, and dentures must be removed at the time of surgery.
• Do not wear lipstick, excessive makeup, or nail polish on the day of surgery.
• If you have an illness such as a cold, sore throat, stomach or bowel disturbance, please notify the office.
• If you take routine oral medications, please contact the prescribing physician, primary care physician, or check with our office and doctors prior to your surgical date for instructions.