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Pre-Operative Instructions
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| In preparation for your up-coming procedure, please take note of the following: |
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| Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled appointment time. |
| If you must cancel, please call at least 24 hours in advance. |
| Please give us a call before your appointment if you develop any cold, flu, sore throat or other symptoms of illness. |
| Wear loose, comfortable clothing and a short-sleeved shirt. Do not wear tight fitting or binding clothes. |
| You may take prescribed medication the morning of surgery (unless told otherwise by your doctor) with a small sip of water. Do not take any narcotic pain medication or sedatives prior to your appointment. |
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| Please note the following instructions if you are undergoing IV sedation: |
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| You may not have anything to eat or drink (including water) for eight hours prior to the appointment. This includes water, gum and mints. |
| 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 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, severe allergies, sore throat, stomach or bowel upset, please notify the office. |
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