Pre Op Instructions in Spring

Instructions for pediatric patients before anesthesia

Sedation Form

The instructions herein must be strictly adhered to before commencing with anesthesia. Neglecting any of the following may compel the doctor to cancel the start of treatment.

Eating and Drinking

Patient for nitrous (laughing gas procedure cannot have any solid food for 2 hours prior to the appointment). Clear liquid up to time of appointment is allowed.

Patients for oral sedation or IV sedation cannot have any solid food or liquids for 8 hours prior to the appointment.

Medications

All medications should typically be taken regularly, including the morning of the procedure, unless otherwise agreed upon by this office, and may be taken only with a sip of water before arriving.

Some medications has interaction with the anesthesia medication. Please therefore speak to the dentist to see if you need to modify the medications.

Clothing and Makeup

Your child should wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing (no tight jeans) with short sleeves to the appointment. Bring a change of clothing with you.

Change in Health

Any change in health, especially the development of a cold or fever, is very important. For your safety, you may be reappointed for another day. If possible, inform the office of any change in health before your appointment.

Arriving

Your child must be accompanied by at least one, preferably two, responsible adults for the anesthetic appointment. Attend to the bowel and urinary needs before the appointment—plan to arrive a few minutes early so the doctor can review the medical history.