How to prepare for your surgery
Ensuring success
Following your dentist-anesthesiologist’s instructions on how to prepare for dental surgery under anesthesia is crucial for ensuring a safe and smooth procedure. These guidelines, such as fasting before surgery, holding certain medications, and arranging transportation and accompaniment home, help prevent complications. Proper preparation ensures that anesthesia is administered safely, reduces the risk of post-operative issues, and promotes faster recovery. By adhering to the dentist-anesthesiologist’s recommendations, you contribute to a successful surgery and optimal healing, allowing your dental team to provide the best care possible. Your compliance is key to a safe and effective surgical experience.
Cancellation policy
We require a minimum of 1 week’s notice otherwise a cancellation fee will be charged.
Don't eat or drink after midnight
Not eating or drinking after midnight the night before anesthesia is crucial for your safety during dental surgery. Think of it like the rules for gremlins: it’s a bad idea for them, and it’s a bad idea for you! Anesthesia can eliminate the reflexes that keep stomach contents from entering the lungs which can lead to serious complications like pneumonia. Follow this guideline for a smooth and safe surgical experience, ensuring the best care from your dental team.
Don't risk your surgery
Eating before your surgery will automatically cancel the surgery, wasting valuable resources and potentially delaying a rescheduled surgery for months.
Please respect the serious nature of surgery by being properly prepared.
A non-compliance fee will be charged.
Two glasses of water before bed.
and nothing else.
Stopping the intake of liquids at midnight, is crucial to prevent serious complications. Liquids in your stomach can lead to aspiration, where stomach contents enter the lungs, causing pneumonia or other respiratory issues. Anesthesia relaxes muscles, making it easier for fluids to move from the stomach to the airways.
Following these guidelines ensures your safety and optimal care during surgery.
No gum, candies or mints
It’s important that your stomach fluids and acid is minimized prior to your surgery.
Getting home safe with company
Having someone accompany you home after their surgery is crucial for their safety and well-being. Anesthesia and sedation can impair judgment, coordination, and reaction times. You may feel tired and dizzy, increasing the risk of falls. A trusted person provides emotional support, assists with post-operative care instructions, and ensures you follow your dentist-anesthesiologist’s instructions correctly.
You must arrange to have a responsible adult to accompany you home. This support enhances your safety, comfort, and overall recovery. You cannot go home with your child using public transportation.
