Before Intravenous Anesthesia Sedation

• You may not have anything to eat or drink (including water) for eight hours prior to the appointment.
• No smoking at least 12 hours before surgery. Ideally, cut down or stop smoking as soon as possible prior to the day of surgery.
• A responsible adult must accompany the patient to the office, remain in the office during the procedure, drive the patient home, and remain with the patient until a full recovery from the anesthesia has occurred.
• The patient should not drive a vehicle or operate any machinery for 24 hours following anesthesia.
• Wear loose fitting clothing with sleeves which can be rolled up past the elbow & low-heeled shoes.
• Contact lenses, jewelry, and dentures must be removed prior to surgery. Please remember to carry appropriate containers for such to your appointment for 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 upset, please notify the office.
• If you take routine oral medications, please check with our doctors prior to your surgical date for instructions.