Before Intravenous Anesthesia Sedation

Please prepare yourself by following these instructions on the day of your surgery.

Failure to do so will not allow for the option of a general anesthetic .

• Do not eat or drink (even water) for six (6) hours prior to your appointment time.
• Bring someone to drive you home and stay with you FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE DAY. Drivers must be at least 18 years old with a valid driver’s license.
• A PARENT OR GUARDIAN MUST ACCOMPANY PATIENTS UNDER 18
• Do not wear contact lenses-wear your glasses if needed for reading
• No fingernail polish or jewelry, including earrings
• Wear short sleeves- comfortable clothes
• If you have an illness such as a cold, sore throat, stomach or bowel upset, please notify the office.
• Children and diabetics should have a morning (am) appointment
• Take your blood pressure medications and heart medications at your usual time with a small sip of water
• If you have any questions or concerns – Please give us a call. We are here for YOU and We can’t do our job without YOU.