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Before Intravenous General Anesthesia
- You may not have anything to eat or drink (including water) for eight (8)
hours prior to the appointment.
- No smoking at least 12 hours before surgery. Ideally, cut down or stop
smoking as soon as possible prior to the day of surgery.
- Patients under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a legal guardian.
- A responsible adult must accompany the patient to the office, remain in the
office during the procedure, and drive the patient home.
- The patient should not drive a vehicle or operate any machinery for 24
hours following the anesthesia experience.
- Please wear loose fitting clothing with sleeves which can be rolled up past
the elbow, and low-heeled shoes.
- Contact lenses, jewelry, and dentures must be removed at the time of
surgery.
- Do not wear lipstick, excessive makeup, or nail polish on the day of
surgery.
- If you have an illness such as a cold, sore throat, stomach or bowel upset,
please notify the office.
- If you take routine oral medications, please check with Dr. Graffeo or Dr.
Linsky prior to your surgical date for instructions.
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1177 Summer Street
4th Floor
Stamford, CT 06905
(203) 349-8072
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