Instructions for Surgery under General Anesthetic or IV Sedation

Pre-Surgery Instructions

• Do not eat or drink (including water) after midnight the day before your procedure.
• Do not eat anything the morning of your surgery.  

What to Avoid

• Do not consume alcohol within 24 hours of surgery.
• Do not use recreational/illicit drugs for 7 days leading up to your procedure.
• Do not smoke for 24 hours before and 6 weeks after your surgery.
• Do not wear scented products, makeup, or nail polish on the day of surgery. 

What to Do

• Take regular medications as prescribed with a small sip of water (unless otherwise advised).
• Brush your teeth well the morning of your procedure.
• Remove hoodies and jackets before entering the operating room.
• Wear dark coloured, loose-fitting clothing with short sleeves (preferably a T-shirt) for full access to your arms.
• Remove contact lenses before arriving.
• Remove piercings – especially in the nose, lip, tongue, and ear.
• Leave jewelry and valuables at home. We are not responsible for lost or stolen items.

Transportation and Legal Requirements

• Patients under 18 and those unable to consent legally must be accompanied by a parent, legal guardian, substitute decision maker, or someone with Power of Attorney.
  • The individual giving legal consent must provide documentation confirming their role as a legal authority for you.
• If someone other than a legal authority will accompany you, all required consent forms must be signed in advance of the procedure date.
• A responsible adult must drive you home after surgery.
• Taking a taxi/Uber, or public transportation alone after the procedure is not permitted. A responsible adult must accompany you home.
• It is strongly recommended that a responsible adult remain with you for the first 24 hours after your surgery.

Printable PDF Instructions provided on link below: 

Pre-Surgery Instructions