Pre-Op & Post-Op Instructions

• Eat a normal meal beforehand unless we've told you otherwise — being numb afterward can delay your next meal.
• Bring a list of all medications and supplements you take, and let us know about any changes to your health or medications since your last visit.
• If you've ever been told to take antibiotics before dental work (premedication), take them exactly as prescribed and tell us if you haven't.
• Brush and floss before you come in.

• Eat normally — local anesthesia does not require fasting.
• Plan for the numbness to last 2–4 hours after your visit; schedule meals and meetings accordingly.
• If you feel anxious, tell us when you book — we'll build in extra time and go at your pace.

• Eat a light meal beforehand unless instructed otherwise.
• Avoid smoking before (and 48 hours after) surgery — it significantly delays healing.
• Wear comfortable clothing and plan a restful rest of the day; strenuous activity should wait 24–48 hours.
• If sedation has been arranged for your procedure, follow the specific fasting instructions you were given and arrange a driver to take you home.
• Fill any prescriptions we've sent in before your appointment so they're ready at home.

• A recent professional cleaning gives the best, most even result — we'll schedule accordingly.
• If you have sensitive teeth, start brushing with a desensitizing toothpaste (e.g., Sensodyne) a week before your visit.
• Plan a "white diet" for the 48 hours after treatment (see post-op below) — you may want to stock up on light-colored foods.