Preparing for your upcoming surgery:

Pre-Surgical Instructions

The following instruc1ons are helpful when preparing for your upcoming surgical visit. Please do not hesitate to call if

you have any last-minute ques1ons or concerns. We can be reached at the office (941) 927-4308 during regular

business hours.

• Please review all paperwork within your Teal Folder, given during your initial consultation visit.
• For your convenience, have prescriptions filled prior to the surgery day. They will be called in to your preferred pharmacy the Friday prior to your surgery visit.
• Inform our office of ANY change in your medical status and/or medications prior to your appointment.
• Plan to wear loose, comfortable clothing with short sleeves, or sleeves which can be rolled above the elbow.
• If your procedure involves sedation, you are not to undertake any business/employment, driving, or important decision-making for the next 24 hours following surgery.
• Prepare a large ice pack for the 1st 24 hours following surgery. Frozen vegetables (i.e. peas) in your freezer work wonders as a wrap-around ice pack.
• Food suggestions within the first 48 hours after your procedure: COLD & SOFT. Examples: Milkshakes, Smoothies, Ice Cream, Ensure/Slim Fast, Pureed cold soups, Apple Sauce, Yogurt, Pudding, Jell-O.
• Food suggestions after the first 48 hour until your post-op visit: SOFT ONLY. Examples: Pasta, Mashed Potatoes, Soups (can be warm), Oatmeal, Rice, Beans, Casserole, Eggs, Fish, Cooked vegetables, Meatloaf, Macaroni & Cheese.
• ****AVOID chips, nuts, popcorn, or any sharp food item for a two-week period. These may get lodged in your surgical site and impede healing**
• NO electric toothbrushes or waterpiking for a two-week period. We will be providing you with a soft surgical toothbrush to utilize during your healing period.
• You will be scheduled approximately 2-3 weeks following surgery for suture removal and to check on the progress of your healing.