This applies to General Anesthesia, Sleep Sedation (IV Sedation).

Restrictions

• You may not have anything to eat or drink (including water) for eight (8) hours prior to the appointment.
• A responsible adult must accompany the patient to the office and drive the patient home.
• The patient should not drive a vehicle or operate any machinery for 24 hours following general anesthesia (sleep sedation).
• Please wear loose fitting clothing with sleeves which can be rolled up past the elbow, and low-heeled shoes do not wear white clothing.
• 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 upset, please notify the office.
• If you take routine oral medications, please check with the surgeon prior to your surgical date for instructions.

For your convenience you can click on the link below and print out the instructions.

PreAnesthetic Instructions