Before Your Oral Surgery in Cincinnati, OH
Preparing for anesthesia properly can help your visit go more smoothly and support your safety during treatment. At Queen City Oral Surgery, our oral surgeon will ask every patient to follow these directions carefully before an appointment involving IV sedation or anesthesia. These steps help lower risks and make recovery easier after your procedure.
Food and Drink Guidelines
Do not eat or drink anything for eight hours before your appointment. This includes water unless our office gives you different instructions. Having an empty stomach before anesthesia is important because it helps reduce the risk of complications during treatment. Please follow this direction exactly unless told otherwise by our team.
What to Bring and Wear
A responsible adult must come with you to the office, remain during the appointment and drive you home afterward. You should also plan to rest for the remainder of the day because you must not drive or operate machinery for 24 hours after anesthesia.
Wear loose, comfortable clothing with short sleeves or sleeves that can be rolled above the elbow. Low-heeled shoes are recommended. Do not wear flip-flops or backless shoes on the day of your procedure.
Personal Items and Health Updates
On the day of surgery, remove contact lenses, jewelry and dentures before your appointment. Please do not wear lipstick, heavy makeup or nail polish. These details help our team monitor you more easily and keep your visit running smoothly.
If you become sick before your appointment, such as with a cold, sore throat, cough or upset stomach, please contact Dr. V. Russell Boudreau Jr., Dr. Scott L. Thatcher, or Dr. Jaspreet Singh as soon as possible. It is also important to tell our oral surgeon about any medications you take regularly so you can receive the right instructions before surgery. Avoid smoking for at least 12 hours before your procedure, and stopping sooner is even better for healing and overall health.
Contact us if you have any questions before your visit.