What To Know Before Intravenous Anesthesia Sedation

Home Instructions Before Surgery

Please follow these instructions to prepare for your procedure with IV Sedation.

• • You may not have anything to eat or drink (including water) for eight hours prior to the appointment.
  • A responsible adult must accompany the patient to the office and be available to drive the patient home.
  • The patient should not drive a vehicle or operate any machinery for 24 hours following anesthesia.

• • Please wear loose-fitting clothing with sleeves which can be rolled up past the elbow, and low-heeled shoes.
  • 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.
  • 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.

• If you have an illness such as a cold, sore throat, stomach, or upset bowels, please notify the office.
• If you take routine oral medications, please check with Dr. Albanese prior to your surgical date for instructions.