Pre-Operative Surgical Instructions

The following instructions may be helpful when preparing for your upcoming surgery. Please do not hesitate to call if you have any last minute questions. We can be reached at 503.585.4281 during regular business hours.

When indicated pre/post-operative prescriptions will be provided with this instruction sheet. For your convenience, please have them filled prior to your scheduled surgery, unless they have been previously phoned into the pharmacy of your choice.

It may be important to stop taking aspirin and non-steroidal such as Motrin and Advil, 7-10 days prior to your surgery. If you are taking Coumadin or another blood thinner, your physician may be consulted to ensure your blood clotting capability is within acceptable limits for surgical procedures. If you take antibiotic premed, please take it as directed before your surgery. You will feel better if you have eaten prior to surgery. We keep the office cool, so dress warmly. You may bring your iPod or MP3 player with you if you like.

In order to evaluate your progress and healing, we will see you for  post-operative checks as necessary during the first 1-6 weeks. In most cases, after surgery we will also look forward to seeing you back for a periodontal maintenance cleaning and an examination of tissue maturation about 10-12 weeks following the surgery.

Antibiotics

Please alert the office to any allergies or sensitivities that you might have to antibiotics. You will be prescribed an antibiotic if our doctor determines it to be necessary. Take as directed until gone. It is advisable not to take these medications on an empty stomach, as nausea may result. For women taking birth control pills, be advised that antibiotics may interfere with their effectiveness.

Sedatives

If you elect to use one of the following oral sedatives you must have a ride to and from the office. Please bring your remaining tablets with you. Remember, we encourage you to eat a light meal prior to your surgery.

• Ativan (Lorazepam)
• Valium (Diazepam)
  
• Triazalam (Halcion)
  
• Xanax (Alprazolam)

Food Suggestions

When preparing a post-op menu, please consider some of the following choices:

• Jell-O
  
• Bananas
  
• Yogurt
  
• Pasta
  
• Milk Shakes
  
• Casseroles
  
• Eggs
  
• Fish
  
• Cottage Cheese
  
• Ensure/Slim Fast
  
• Soups
  
• Pudding
  
• Rice
  
• Apple Sauce
• Oatmeal
  
• Macaroni & Cheese
  
• Mashed Potatoes