Surgical Instructions

• What to Expect with Surgery
• Prior to Your Oral Surgery
• Before Anesthesia
• Wisdom Tooth Removal
• Extractions
• Multiple Extractions
• Exposure of an Impacted Tooth
• Dental Implant Surgery

Before Intravenous Anesthesia

• DO NOT not have anything to eat or drink (including water) after midnight the night prior to surgery.
• No smoking at least 12 hours before surgery. Ideally, cut down or stop smoking prior to the day of surgery.
• A responsible adult must drive and accompany you to the office, remain in the office during the procedure, and drive the patient home.
• The patient should not drive a vehicle or operate any machinery for 24 hours following the anesthesia experience.
• Please wear loose fitting clothing with sleeves which can be rolled up past the elbow, and low-heeled shoes. No flip flops.
• Contact lenses, jewelry, tongue studs and dentures must be removed at the time of surgery.
• Do not wear lipstick, excessive 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 check with Dr. Lewis prior to your surgical date for instructions.  Most medications can be taken at home after surgery.