General
BACKBefore Your Surgery
Pre-Operative Instructions
The following is useful information regarding your upcoming procedure.
- All minor patients (under 18 years of age) must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
- Please wear comfortable clothing, including a short-sleeved shirt
- Remove contact lenses, jewelry, and watches
- Remove fingernail polish on both index fingers
- Avoid wearing sandals or flip-flops
- Avoid using any makeup, perfume, or cologne
- Keep hair tied up away from your face
For Procedures That Include IV Sedation:
- Nothing to eat or drink (including water) for 8 hours prior to your appointment
- You will need a responsible driver who you trust to accompany you. Patients having anesthesia may not drive the entire day of surgery
Medications:
- If prescribed any medications at the consultation, please take them as directed with a small sip of water prior to your appointment
- Please call our office to review which medications you should take
Alcohol & Smoking:
- Alcoholic beverages should be avoided for 24 hours before and 5 days after surgery
- Smoking should be avoided or limited as much as possible
Illnesses & Pregnancy:
- If you have an illness, such as a cold, sore throat, upset stomach, or if you think you may be pregnant, please contact our office
Helpful Items to Have Prior to Surgery:
- Ice Packs
- Soft foods
- Ibuprofen or Tylenol®
- Any prescribed medications from the pharmacy
Contact Our Office If Any of the Following Apply to You (if not discussed during the consultation):
- Take blood thinners
- Take medications for osteoporosis
- Have diabetes
- Have had heart valve surgery
- Have had joint replacement surgery