Sedation Post-Op Instructions

After your sedation appointment

• Go home and rest/relax for the remainder of the day. Take plenty of fluids as you may be dehydrated.
• You must have a responsible adult monitor you for at least 12 hours post appointment, or ideally until the following morning.
• You cannot drive until the next day. Although you may feel like you are fine after a few hours the sedation can still be in your system for 24 hours.
• You should avoid alcohol for 3 days.
• Smoking delays healing.
• Don’t perform any important tasks or decisions for the remainder of the day.
• Eating a light meal after treatment is fine if you can, however it will be easier once the anaesthetic has worn off. Be careful not to bite your lips or tongue.
• Take any prescribed medication, and your usual medication if you have any. Go home and rest for the remainder of the day.
• Do not perform any strenuous activities.
• A feeling of nausea may occasionally develop after sedation. Lie down until you feel better.
• You will need assistance by a responsible adult with walking and using the restroom.