Before Anesthesia

Before Intravenous Anesthesia Sedation

• You may not have anything to eat or drink (including water, gum or mints) for six (6) 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, 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. Please do not wear long sleeves – short sleeves or sleeveless shirts are best. Please do not wear high-heels or flip-flops.
• Contact lenses, jewelry, and dentures must be removed at the time of surgery. Piercings of the nose, lip and tongue must be removed prior to 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, cough, stomach or bowel upset, please notify the office.
• Please take all routine medications per your normal routine, unless otherwise directed by the surgeon.

If you have questions, PLEASE contact the office at 214-618-3070.