- You may not have anything to eat for six (6) hours prior to your surgery time.
- You may have sips of water less than 100ml up to 4 hours before your surgery time.
- No smoking at least 12 hours before surgery. Ideally, cut down or stop smoking prior to the day of surgery.
- A responsible adult must accompany the patient to the hospital, and drive the patient home.
- The patient should not drive a vehicle or operate any machinery for 24 hours following general anaesthesia.
- Please wear loose fitting clothing with sleeves which can be rolled up past the elbow, and preferrably flat shoes.
- Contact lenses, jewelry, and dentures must be removed at the thospital prior to surgery. Tongue studs should be removed prior to surgery as well.
- Do not wear lipstick, 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.
- If you take routine oral medications, please discuss this with the surgeon prior to your surgical date for advice.
