What you should know before your surgery

Presurgical Instructions

6 weeks prior to surgery and four weeks following surgery you cannot smoke or
use any nicotine products. Nicotine impairs healing which will impact your
surgical outcome.
30 days prior to surgery you will be required to see your primary care provider for
a pre-operative physical.
2 weeks prior to surgery discontinue use of NSAIDs such as Ibuprofen (Advil,
Motrin), Naproxen (Aleve), Aspirin or Aspirin-containing products (Bayer,
Bufferin). You may use Tylenol if needed. Discontinue all vitamins, and
supplements (including shakes).
1 week prior to surgery please notify us if you develop an illness or cold
symptoms.
Do not eat or drink anything after midnight the night before surgery.

Do not eat or drink anything this includes coffee, mints or gum. You are
able to brush your teeth.
At your pre-operative physical your primary care provider will advise you on which
prescription medications you should take with a small sip of water.
Do not apply any moisturizer, make-up, hair products, lotions or deodorant.
Wear loose comfortable clothing and preferably tops with buttons or a zipper to ease dressing following the procedure.
Make arrangements for a responsible adult to drive you home and stay with you
for the first 24 hours following your surgery.