Intravenous sedation anesthesia provides the patient with a comfortable, relaxing, and anxiety-free surgical experience. To ensure  patient comfort and safety, it is necessary for you to follow some important guidelines:

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1. A responsible, adult escort must accompany you to the office who can take you home after surgery. We ask that your escort be present before and after the procedure.

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2. Do not eat or drink anything starting midnight the night before prior to your appointment (unless told otherwise by the doctor).

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3. If your doctor has provided you with any prescriptions for pre-medication, please take them as directed.

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4. Do take your regular daily medications unless instructed otherwise by your doctor.

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5. Do not smoke or consume alcoholic beverages for the first 24 hours before surgery.

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6. Illnesses, including colds and fevers, require a delay of your surgery in order to ensure safe administration of the anesthetic. If you develop a cold or fever 3-4 days before surgery, please call the office so that necessary arrangements can be made. 

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7. Wear loose, comfortable clothing on the day of surgery. We also ask that you remove any nail polish on your fingernails, and do not wear any make-up or jewelry. All mouth piercings have to be removed prior to surgery.

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8. We recommend that you have someone at home with you immediately after surgery to attend to your needs.

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9. Do not drink alcoholic beverages or drive for 24 hours after surgery. Do not smoke for 2 weeks.

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10. If your doctor has instructed you, drink pineapple juice or eat fresh pineapple a couple days before the procedure. Pineapples contain a specific enzyme called Bromelain that may help to reduce inflammation and swelling. It may also help to fade any bruising sooner.