Your dentist has referred you to Maxillo Tandem. You are in good hands, we have the expertise and the latest technology to take care of you. We are attentive to your needs and will take the time to reassure and respond to all your queries. Our team will accompany you every step of the way – from the moment you book your appointment, to when you prepare for your surgery, up to your post-operative follow up.
PRIOR TO MY SURGERY
PRIOR TO MY SURGERY
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Make sure you have eaten before arriving, unless an intravenous sedation or a general anaesthesia has been scheduled.
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If you have been prescribed medication to take before your surgery, do not forget to take it.
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Please inform us if there have been any changes to your medical condition.
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Please inform us ahead of time if you have a sore throat or fever. We may have to reschedule your intervention.
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When you arrive at the center, you will be accompanied by one of our surgical assistants. The assistant will go over all the steps of the intervention with you as well as all post-operative advice and recommendations. You will be in good hands.
Preparing yourself for surgery under intravenous sedation
YOUR SURGERY IS SCHEDULED UNDER INTRAVENOUS SEDATION, HERE IS A REMINDER OF THE STEPS TO FOLLOW.
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You must not ingest any foods, nor drink any liquids for the 6 hour period prior to your surgery.
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You must be accompanied by a responsible adult. This person must remain on-site during your intervention and be with you for the remainder of the day.
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Wear comfortable clothing and a short sleeve shirt.
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The day of your surgery, continue to take your usual medication with a little bit of water, unless the surgeon has indicated otherwise.
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All fingernail polish must be removed.
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For the 24-hour period following your surgery, the medication used for the sedation might still be in your system and can impair your faculties. It is therefore recommended to avoid driving or travelling alone, to rest and avoid any substances that could cause drowsiness such as alcohol, cannabis and sleeping pills.
