Oral Surgery Services LLC
Oral Surgery
4420 Conline Street, Suite 203, Metairie, LA 70006
504-455-9960

Instructions

General Anesthesia Instructions

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A.M. Appointments:

No food or liquids after midnight the night before surgery (including water).

P.M. Appointments:

No food for 6 hours prior to surgery. You can have clear liquids, water, ginger ale (no milk products) up until 3 hours before surgery.

All patients, please note:

  • No smoking for at least 12 hours before surgery. Ideally, cut down or stop smoking as soon as possible prior to the day of surgery.
  • Do not wear lipstick, excessive makeup, or nail polish on the day of surgery.
  • Wear loose clothing, especially around the neck and arms.
  • An adult must accompany you to the office to drive you home.
  • Plan not to operate an automobile for 24 hours after anesthesia.
  • 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 check with Dr. Walters, Dr. Smith or Dr. Ferguson prior to your surgical date for instructions.