Before Intravenous Anesthesia Sedation
W.
Fields,
DDS, MS
- You may not have anything to eat or drink (including water) for six (6) hours prior to the appointment. If you have regular medicines to take, please take with minimal amount of water.
- No smoking at least 12 hours before surgery. Ideally, cut down or stop smoking as soon as possible prior to 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 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, 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 Dr. Fields prior to your surgical date for instructions.
If you have fever the within 24 hours of your scheduled surgical procedure, please call to reschedule.
Plano, TX 75023
Phone: 972.985.1300
Fax: 972.964.7955
