Surgical Instructions

• Before Anesthesia
• After Dental Implants
• After Wisdom Teeth
• After Exposure of Impacted Tooth
• After Tooth Extraction
• After Removal of Multiple Teeth
• After Socket Bone Graft
• After Sinus Lift

Before Intravenous Anesthesia Sedation

• Do not eat solid foods four (4) hours prior to surgery or drink liquids two (2) hours prior to surgery.
• No smoking at least 12 hours before surgery. Ideally, cut down or stop smoking as soon as possible prior to the day of surgery.
• A responsible adult must accompany the patient 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.
• 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.
• 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. Menton prior to your surgical date for instructions.