Before Anesthesia

What to Do

• You may not have anything to eat or drink (including water) for six (6) hours prior to the appointment.
• No smoking at least twelve (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. Please do not wear high-heels or flip-flops.
• Contact lenses, jewelry, and dentures must be removed at the time of surgery.
• Do not wear lipstick, excessive makeup, or nail polish on the day of surgery.
• If you have an illness such as a cold, sore throat, stomach or bowel upset, please notify the office.
• Please take all routine medications per your normal routine, unless otherwise directed by the oral surgeon.

If you have questions, PLEASE contact the Lafayette office at 337-234-1780 or Opelousas office at 337-948-9878.