Patient Info

What is the first step?

• An appointment is made with the Dental Anesthesiologist fora pre-anesthesia consultation.
• Physical evaluation.
• Review of medical and surgical history will be done.
• Medical consultation from your physician as well as blood and other tests might be needed prior to the scheduling of the procedure.
• You will be given written instructions pertaining to the pre-anesthesia preparation.

How do I prepare for my anesthetic?

• Nothing to eat or drink from midnight the night before the scheduled appointment or at least 8 hours prior.
• If you are taking medications, you might need to continue taking some while refraining from taking the others. Follow the instructions by your anesthesiologist and managing physician.
• Refrain from smoking at least one day prior to the procedure, If you use a nicotine patch, please stop using it at least 24 hours prior to the anesthetic.
• Children might be allowed to receive certain clear liquids until four hours prior to the procedure if approved by the anesthesiologist.
• Have family member or a trusted friend escort you and be responsible to drive you back home.
• Do not plan anything for the remainder of the day.
• Females of child-bearing age will need a urine pregnancy test the morning of the procedure.

Your Rights as a Patient

• You will speak to your Dental Anesthesiologist and have an opportunity to have the anesthetic procedure explained and your questions answered.
• Ask any questions regarding the qualifications of your Dental Anesthesiologist, the equipment used and how the anesthetic will be done.
• Understand your financial responsibility regarding the anesthesia fees and thedocumentation you will need to submit for insurance reimbursement.
• Have any of your concerns addressed prior to the procedure.