How to Prepare For IV Sedation
One Week Prior to Dental Appointment
1) Please limit the use of Aspirin and/or Ibuprofen. These medications may increase bleeding during your treatment or dental surgery. If you are on either medications for a heart condition or for blood thinning, please inform your physician of the dental treatment.
2) Please inform your dentist or surgeon and our team of any changes in medications including herbs, vitamins, and any health conditions such as the common cold or flu.
3) Please arrange for an escort for the ride to and from the office. A responsible adult is recommended for the post-operative care.
Day Prior to Appointment
1) Due to possible complications and the increase incidence of post-operative nausea, the following guidelines regarding food and liquids consumption should be followed strictly:
3) Have a responsible adult to assist during your recovery at home.
One Week Prior to Dental Appointment
1) Please limit the use of Aspirin and/or Ibuprofen. These medications may increase bleeding during your treatment or dental surgery. If you are on either medications for a heart condition or for blood thinning, please inform your physician of the dental treatment.
2) Please inform your dentist or surgeon and our team of any changes in medications including herbs, vitamins, and any health conditions such as the common cold or flu.
3) Please arrange for an escort for the ride to and from the office. A responsible adult is recommended for the post-operative care.
Day Prior to Appointment
1) Due to possible complications and the increase incidence of post-operative nausea, the following guidelines regarding food and liquids consumption should be followed strictly:
- Curtail eating solid foods 6 hours prior to the anaesthetic. If you have an afternoon appointment, a light breakfast is preferred.
- Curtail drinking clear liquids 4 hours prior to the anaesthetic. Dairy and citrus drinks are not recommended 8 hours prior to the anaesthetic.
- Morning medications and premedications such as prophylactic antibiotics and sedatives should be taken with a small sip of water an hour and half prior to the anaesthetic.
3) Have a responsible adult to assist during your recovery at home.