Pre-Op Instructions

  • If you need to cancel or reschedule your surgery please give us 48-hours notice. We appreciate your cooperation with this policy.

  • Please begin taking prescribed medications, if your doctor has given those to you, prior to your surgery date.

  • To proper function of monitors, do not wear nail polish/gels/fake nails. Do not wear makeup.

LOCAL ANESTHESIA

  • Local anesthesia will be given to block pain in a localized area. Local anesthesia can be administered without a driver present, and you may eat or drink whenever you like if you have chosen this form of anesthetic. This anesthetic may last for 2-4 hours depending on the patient and will create a “numbing” effect in the general area it was used in.

NITROUS OXIDE (Laughing Gas)

  • Helps to decrease uncomfortable sensations and offers some degree of relaxation before surgery. Local anesthesia will then be given after the nitrous has been administered.

INTRAVENOUS SEDATION

  • Medications are given through a vein in your arm or hand, which causes relaxation and usually with very little recall of the events throughout the surgery. Local anesthesia will also be given to numb the site for surgery for additional comfort.

  • DO NOT eat or drink ANYTHING (including water) for 8 hours before your surgery. You may be instructed to take your regular medications (high blood pressure, antibiotics, etc.) or any pre-medication prescription that we have provided, by taking only a small SIP of water the morning of your procedure.

  • You MUST have someone present during surgery that will be able to stay in our waiting room or wait in the car for the entire length of your procedure, in case of an emergency. This person must also be able to DRIVE you home. They are not able to come back into the room during the case.

  • Plan to rest the remainder of the day. Do not operate a vehicle, power tools or machinery for 24 hours following surgery. Do not make any financial or legal decisions 24 hours following surgery.

  • Our goal is to provide you with safe, pleasant and effective anesthetic. In order to do this, it is imperative that we have your full cooperation. Please feel free to call the office with any questions concerning your surgery or anesthetic.