| Scheduling | Consultation | Pre-Op Instructions | Post-Op Instructions |
Please remember to bring any available referral documentation and X-Rays when you come in. This will simplify the registration process as well as expedite the procedures performed.
Scheduling
Our office's hours are
Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:30pm & Saturday, 9:00am-1:00pm
In
order to schedule an appointment with our office, please call (203) 259-2227
and speak with our friendly staff. We are dedicated to working with you
in setting aside time to see you at your convenience. If you are experiencing
pain or an emergency condition, every effort will be made to see you as
soon as possible.
Please call (203) 259-2227 with any questions or to schedule an appointment.
Consultation
Your initial appointment will consist of a consultation explaining your diagnosis and proposed treatment. Most procedures can be completed during the initial visit. For more extensive
procedures, additional visits may be required.
Important
A parent or guardian is required during the initial
consultation
if the patient is under the age of 18.
Please assist us by providing any of the following information for your consultation:
REFERRAL SLIP: Any and all referral request information from your referring doctor.
MEDICATIONS: A current list of all prescriptions, over the counter medications, and supplements you are taking.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS: Please alert the office if you have a medical condition which may be of concern prior to surgery. (i.e. diabetes, high blood pressure, artificial heart valve, mitral valve prolapse, or are taking coumadin or other anticoagulants)
INSURANCE: Include all medical and dental insurance information that applies to your account. Providing this will allow us to assist you in receiving reimbursement from the insurance companies you are enrolled with.
X-RAYS: If your dentist or physician has taken any x-rays which are relevant to the procedures to be done at our office, please have them provided by your referring doctor or bring them in yourself. If additional films are necessary, they can be taken at our office.
If you have any inquiries that you would like addressed before your initial visit or would like more information regarding your consultation, please contact us. We will assist you in handling any concerns you may have over the phone prior to your scheduled consultation.
Pre-Operative
Instructions
In preparation for your up-coming procedure, please take note of the following:
ANESTHESIA - If you are opting for general anesthesia or IV sedation do not eat or drink anything 6 hours prior to your appointment and make sure you have an adult present to escort you home. There are no food or water restrictions for local anesthesia and you may leave unescorted.
PRESCRIPTION MEDICATION - You may take any prescribed medication (i.e. blood pressure) on schedule with a small sip of water.
PREMEDICATION - If you have any condition which requires antibiotic premedication such as heart murmur, mitral valve prolapse, or a prosthetic joint. Please make arrangements for a prescription from the doctor.
ASPIRIN - Do not take any aspirin containing products for 5 days prior to your procedure.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY - Do not plan any strenuous activities for 48-72 hours following your procedure.
Post-Operative
Instructions
So that your discomfort following surgery will
be minimized, the following instructions are given and it is necessary
that you follow them.
BLEEDING - Bleeding will be under control by the time you leave our office. Some oozing or blood tinged saliva may persist for up to 24 hours. Should excessive bleeding occur, it may be controlled with pressure. Apply a folded gauze pad over the area and bite firmly for 30 minutes. This may be repeated if necessary. Sleeping with your head elevated for the first post-operative night will minimize bleeding and swelling.
PAIN - Pain is best controlled by the medications prescribed. They are most effective when taken before the local anesthesia wears off and normal sensation returns to the area. Do not take pain pills on an empty stomach. Narcotic pain medication such as codeine or hydrocodone may cause nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, dizziness, or constipation. If these side effects occur, discontinue the medication. You may take an alternative, over the counter, pain medication if necessary or call our office for assistance.
SWELLING - Swelling will increase gradually and will maximize over 24-48 hours. Ice packs applied externally to the area at 20-minute intervals throughout the day may help to control swelling.
NAUSEA - Nausea may result from general anesthesia or drugs prescribed for pain.
ORAL HYGIENE - Starting the day after surgery, frequent gentle rinses with warm salt water is encouraged (1 teaspoon of salt water to 8 oz of warm tap water). Brushing should also be resumed.