Before Intravenous Anesthesia Sedation

• You may not have anything to eat or drink (including water) for six hours prior to the anesthetic.
• You should take your regular routine medications with a sip of water as far prior to the anesthesia time as possible
• If you take multiple routine oral medications or are a diabetic, please check with us prior to your surgical date for instructions.
• 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 be left alone at home for at least two hours after an anesthetic (or longer if the effects of the anesthetic last longer than expected).
• The patient should not drive a vehicle or operate any machinery for at least 24 hours following anesthesia.
• Please wear loose fitting clothing with sleeves which can be rolled up past the elbow, and low-heeled shoes.
• Contact lenses, jewelry, facial piercings and dentures 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, upset stomach or  bowels, please notify the office ASAP.