Before Surgery
Anesthesia is used for comfort during surgeries. Dr. Gulino offers light sedation to his patients for most surgical procedures. Light sedation is when a patient is awake and slightly drowsy. Light sedation relaxes the patient without the patient being unconcious. This will allow the doctor to operate efficiently, without the patient experiencing any pain. We recommend the following before using anesthesia:
- You may not have anything to eat or drink (including water) for eight hours prior to the appointment.
- No smoking for at least 12 hours before surgery. Ideally, cut down or stop smoking as soon as possible prior to the day of surgery.
- 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 anesthesia.
- 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 upset bowels, please notify the office.