What to Expect
Post-Operative Instructions
Post-Operative Instructions Post-Operative Instructions Do not smoke or drink alcoholic beverages for the remainder of the day. Smoking may cause delayed healing and more postoperative discomfort. For best results do not smoke for the entire post-operative period. You may be prescribed several medications: Take the pain medication as prescribed before the anesthetic wears off. These…
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Pre-Operative Instructions Pre-Operative Instructions Inform your physician of pending surgery and sedation as soon as possible so they can contact us about special instructions for stopping blood thinners and other medications. If you are doing oral sedation or IV sedation, please refer to the special instructions for sedation. Please read thoroughly and carefully. For your convenience,…
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Sedation Instructions Pre-Operative Instructions for Surgery with IV sedation or Oral sedation. Eating and Drinking It is extremely important that patients have an empty stomach prior to anesthesia. Do not have anything to eat for eight (8) hours or anything to drink for four (4) hours before the scheduled appointment. Acceptable drinks include: water, apple…
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Your First Visit & Common Questions Your First Visit Our staff will welcome you to our office and will help you with anything you may need. The first visit typically is a comprehensive examination where we will discuss your medical history and examine your dental health. If you have had X-rays taken by your dentist,…
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