• Follow your regular diet on the day of surgery

  • Avoid caffeine or stimulants

  • Avoid smoking

• Wear loose, comfortable clothing

  • You may bring music to listen to during your visit

• Do not wear makeup on the day of surgery

• Brush and floss your teeth before coming in

• Plan for rest:

  • No physical activity on the day of surgery

  • Limit physical exertion for 5–7 days post-surgery

• Prepare ice packs to manage swelling

  • Keep your head elevated with pillows to reduce swelling

• Avoid alcohol:

  • No alcohol 24 hours before surgery and until antibiotics are finished

• Eat soft foods and drink cool liquids the day of surgery

  • Do not come on an empty stomach

• Limit Aspirin (ASA) before surgery unless prescribed for medical reasons

• Notify the office if you are taking:

  • Bisphosphonates

  • Anticoagulants (blood thinners)

  • Have any medication allergies

• After surgery:

  • Avoid hard, crunchy foods for 7 days

  • Stick to a soft diet for 3–4 days:

    • Smoothies

    • Soups

    • Porridge

    • Yogurt

    • Meal replacement shakes (e.g., Ensure, Boost)

• If receiving oral or IV sedation, you must arrange for someone to drive you home

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Medications to Take

• Antibiotics (Amoxicillin or Clindamycin):

  • Start the morning before surgery

• Orocleanse/Peridex mouth rinse:

  • Start the day before, 30ml swish twice a day

• Dexamethasone (4mg):

  • Take 1 hour before surgery

• Advil/Ibuprofen (400mg):

  • If prescribed, take 2 hours before your appointment