There are a few steps that patients need to take prior to intravenous (IV) anesthesia. First, you should not eat or drink anything at least 8 hours prior to surgery and refrain from smoking 12 hours prior to surgery. You will need someone to accompany you to the surgery and drive you home after. On the day of surgery, do not wear any jewelry, contact lenses, or dentures. If you regularly take medications, discuss those with the doctor to ensure that they are approved prior to surgery as well as making sure any required antibiotics are taken as instructed. 

We do not use intravenous sedation in this office.