Before
Sedation Dentistry
– You may not have anything to eat or drink (including water) eight (8) hours prior to the appointment.
– A responsible adult must accompany the patient to the office and drive the patient home.
– If prescribed Peridex Oral Rinse, please begin use 3 days before procedure, swishing for one minute both morning and night.
– No smoking at least 12 hours before surgery. Ideally, cut down or stop smoking as soon as possible prior to the day of surgery.
– No operating of machinery or vehicle for 14 hours following the anesthesia.
– 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, sore throat, stomach or bowel upset, please notify the office.
– If you are currently taking ANY medications, please inform the doctor of the medication you are taking BEFORE your scheduled surgery date.
- Patients taking bisphosphonates will only be treated for urgent or emergent problems and may be referred to an outside facility.
- I.E. Fosamax, Boniva, Didronel, Aredia, Actonel., Zometa, Skelid, Bonefos.
If you are unable to make your appointment, please call the office 48 business hours in advance.
There will be a $100.00 fee for any cancelled appointments without 3‐business days notice.
Before Sedation Dentistry
