Before your procedure
Preparation varies with your anesthesia and surgery. Confirm the office's current instructions for food, drink, medicines, and transportation before your appointment. Call if you are unsure about any step.
Tell the team about your medications, allergies, and any changes in your health. Ask about the arrangements needed for getting home and having someone stay with you.
Read the practice’s before-surgery guide
After your procedure
Keep your personal discharge instructions and the office phone number nearby. Ask your surgical team what is expected during your recovery and when to contact them.
Call if you have questions about bleeding, swelling, pain, or how healing is progressing. General online information does not replace an assessment of your concern.
Read the practice’s after-surgery guide
Instructions for fracture patients
If you are being treated for a jaw fracture, follow the directions provided for your specific injury and treatment. The practice has a dedicated resource for fracture patients.
View fracture patient instructions
Need help? Call (859) 781-0500. If you are experiencing difficulty breathing or another life-threatening emergency, call 911.
The linked resources are maintained on the practice’s existing website. Confirm current instructions with your surgical team; medication and anesthesia advice must be specific to you.