First Visit
During your initial consultation, we will help you understand your diagnosis and review treatment options. Occasionally, surgery can be performed that same day. However, if you have a complex medical history or treatment plan, further evaluation may be required and a separate appointment for surgery will be scheduled -- especially if you have any of the following conditions:
• Serious health problems
• Artificial heart valve
• Dialysis
• Diabetes
• Artificial hip or knee joint
• Latex allergy
• Heart murmur
• Are currently taking blood thinners
• Bleeding disorders
• Recent use of diet pills
A preoperative consultation and physical examination is strongly encouraged for patients who will undergo IV Anesthesia.
Please assist us by providing the following information at the time of your consultation:
- Your surgical referral slip and any x-rays if applicable.
- A list of medications you are presently taking.
- If you have medical or dental insurance, bring the necessary completed forms and/or your medical and dental insurance cards.
IMPORTANT: All patients under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at the consultation visit.
Please alert the office if you have a medical condition that may be of concern prior to surgery (i.e. diabetes, high blood pressure, artificial heart valves and joints, rheumatic fever, etc.) or if you are currently taking any medication (i.e. heart medications, aspirin, anticoagulant therapy, etc.)
X-Rays
If your dentist or physician has taken x-rays, you may request that they forward them to our office. If there is not enough time, please pick them up and bring them to our office. If additional films are necessary, they can be taken at our facility.