what to know pre-sedation.

In preparation for your surgery and IV sedation, please ensure that you DO NOT EAT OR DRINK ANYTHING for at least eight hours prior to your appointment time.  You may drink half a small glass of water, and only water, up to three hours before the procedure.

For morning appointments, your last meal should be at midnight.  If your surgery is scheduled for the afternoon, you may have a small, light and easily digestible meal at least eight hours prior to your surgery  Please avoid fried or greasy foods.  It is best to avoid all dairy products. Please do not consume any alcohol for at least twenty four hours prior to your intravenous sedation and surgery.

Please make arrangements for a responsible adult to receive home care instructions following completion of the surgery and to drive the patient home.

The patient must not drive a motor vehicle or operate hazardous machinery for 24 hours following anesthesia or sedation; the patient should avoid tasks requiring skill, concentration, or judgment during this time. The patient should wear loose clothing, preferably short sleeves, since we will need easy access to your arms for IV placement.

Please note that your surgery will be cancelled if these arrangements have not been made for accompaniment and transportation home.