BEFORE GENERAL ANAESTHESIA

  • You may not have anything to eat or drink for six hours prior to the surgery.
  • A small glass of cold water is permissable in extremely hot weather.
  • No smoking for at least 24 hours before surgery. Ideally, cut down or stop smoking as soon as possible prior to the day of surgery.
  • A responsible adult must accompany you to the hospital and drive you home.
  • Patients should not drive a vehicle or operate any machinery for at least 24 hours following anaesthesia.
  • Please wear loose fitting comfortable clothing.
  • Contact lenses, jewelry, piercings and dentures must be removed at the time of surgery.
  • Do not wear lipstick, makeup (especially eye liner), or nail polish on the day of surgery.
  • You should shower thoroughly the morning of surgery.
  • Male patients must have a shave prior to surgery – an established beard is acceptable.
  • If you have an illness such as a cold, sore throat, stomach or upset bowels, please notify the office or hospital.
  • If you take routine oral medications, please check with your doctor prior to your surgical date for instructions.
  • You must cease all complementary medications such as multivitamins, echinacea, fish oil etc. 3 weeks prior to surgery.