Pre-Op Instructions for Dental Implant

• Please Fill Prescriptions at least one day prior to surgery
• If you chose to have sedation, Please do not eat or drink anything, including water 8 hours before your surgery.
• If you take medications regularly, you may take them with small sips of water.
• Wear comfortable, loose fitting clothing with short sleeves or sleeves that can easily be rolled up above bothe elbows.
• A responsible adult must accompany you and take you home. We prefer that your escort accompany you to the office so that we may let him/her know when you will be ready to leave the office.
• Please make sure your driver stays in the office, unless they need to step out for a half hour or less.
• Your mouth and teeth should be well cleansed to help avoid infection.
• Do not ignore a head or chest cold when oral surgery is to be performed. Please call the office if you have symptoms as a change of appointment may be necessary.
• If you are going to have local anesthesia only, you may eat prior to your appointment and do not need someone to accompany you to the office.