Patient Information

PREOPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS FOR PATIENTS UNDERGOING INTRAVENOUS ANESTHESIA

1. You must not have anything to eat or drink (including water) for eight (8) hours prior to the appointment.
2. A responsible adult must accompany the patient to the office, remain in the office during the procedure, and be able to drive the patient home.
3. The patient should not drive a vehicle or operate any machinery for 24 hours following the anesthesia experience.
4. 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.