Before Intravenous Anesthesia Sedation

Home Instructions Before Oral Surgery

Please follow these instructions to prepare for oral surgery with IV Sedation.

• You may not have anything to eat or drink (including water) eight hours before the appointment.
• You may not smoke for at least 12 hours before surgery. Ideally, cut down or stop smoking as soon as possible before the day of surgery.
• A responsible adult must accompany the patient to the office, remain in the office during the procedure, and drive the patient home.
• The patient should not drive a vehicle or operate any machinery for 24 hours following anesthesia.
• Please wear loose-fitting clothing with sleeves that can be rolled up past the elbow and low-heeled shoes.
• Remove contact lenses, jewelry, and dentures at the time of surgery.
• Do not wear lipstick, excessive makeup, or nail polish on the day of surgery.
• Please notify the office if you have an illness such as a cold, sore throat, stomach, or upset bowels.
• Please check with Dr. Quiñones before your surgical date for instructions if you take routine oral medications.