Before Anesthesia with or without Sedation

Home Instructions Before Oral Surgery

Please follow these instructions to prepare for oral surgery:

• Please make sure you have eaten prior to the surgery.
• No smoking for at least 12 hours before surgery. Ideally, cut down or stop smoking as soon as possible prior to the day of surgery.
• In case of oral sedation a responsible adult must accompany the patient to the office, and drive the patient home.
• The patient should not drive a vehicle or operate any machinery for 24 hours following oral sedation.
• If you have an illness such as a cold, sore throat, stomach or upset bowels, please notify the office.
• If you take routine oral medications, please check with Dr. Daneshvar prior to your surgical date for instructions.