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PRESURGICAL INSTRUCTIONS
- You will need a pre-operative physical by your family physician within 30 days prior to your surgery.
- Don’t take Ibuprofen, Aleve, Aspirin, or Aspirin-containing products two weeks prior to your surgery and for ten days after your surgery. You may take Tylenol.
- Discontinue all Hormones, Estrogen patches, Birth Control & Herbal Medication one week prior to surgery including Green Tea.
- Discontinue vitamin E supplements two weeks prior to surgery. Vitamin E supplements may contribute to bleeding during and after surgery.
- Please notify us if you develop an illness or cold within a week of your surgery.
- If you smoke, stop a minimum of four weeks prior to surgery, and do not touch a cigarette for a full month post-op. Nicotine can impair and delay healing.
- DO NOT EAT OR DRINK ANYTHING AFTER MIDNIGHT THE NIGHT BEFORE YOUR SURGERY!
THE DAY OF SURGERY
- You may brush and rinse your teeth, but DO NOT EAT OR DRINK ANYTHING. NO COFFEE! Required medications may be taken with a small sip of water. Dr. Rocheford will tell you which medications you may take.
- Do not apply any moisturizer, lotions, or deodorant. Do not apply make-up.
- Do not use hairspray or hair products (mousse). These can cause a fire in the OR.
- Wear loose comfortable clothing. No pullover shirts – button fronts are best.
- Someone must drive you home and spend the first 24 hours with you
- Please make sure there is a significant other available for Dr. Rocheford to speak to immediately following your surgery.
Patient Resources
Whether a new or returning patient, we have plenty of resources to either help you get started or learn more about the procedure process. From patient forms to blogs, we have all the resources you’ll need to prepare yourself for your appointment.
