Before Intravenous Anesthesia Sedation

• You may not have anything to eat or drink (including water) after midnight the night prior to your Surgery.
• No smoking or drinking from a straw for 5-7 days after surgery to ensure proper healing.
• A responsible adult must accompany the patient to the office, remain at the office for the entire duration of surgery and drive the patient home.
• The patient should not drive a vehicle or operate any machinery for 24 hours following the anesthesia experience.
• 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.
• Do not wear lipstick and excessive makeup on the day of surgery.
• If you have an illness such as a cold, sore throat, stomach or bowel upset, please notify the office.
• If you take routine oral medications, please check with Drs. Adam C. Matthias or Shawn C. Boehm prior to your surgical date for instructions.