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This list is just an example, obey your surgeon. Do as he tells you in the list that he should provide you. If you didn't get a list - ask for one. may tips are very important while others will simply make the ride home MUCH more comfortable. Jolts and bumps from potholes can cause more discomfort than you'd think. Of course it depends upon how long your surgery was and if the injections of local anesthetic are wearing off, your pain threshold and if you were given some of your pain medication for the ride home can make a big difference.

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ARRIVE ON TIME. You should have the arrival time in your information packet or at least confirm the night before and make the proper notation. If you are late, the surgeon may cancel your surgery and charge you for it anyway. The surgery fee is usually non-refundable unless it is under special circumstances.
ARRIVE CLEAN. This means freshly-scrubbed with your instructed soap, clean DRY hair - NO lotions, deodorant powders, perfumes, make-up, etc.

Wear your surgery "gear" - comfortable, easily-accessible, loose-fitting clothing with slippers.
DO NOT eat or drink anything after midnight on the evening prior to your surgery if you are having surgery in the morning.
DO NOT bring rings, watches, or other jewelry or large sums of money to the surgery center or hospital; leave these items at safely at home.
Most patients take one Vitamin C capsule 3 times daily (2000mg total) or tablets for approximately 3-4 weeks prior to surgery. This is necessary to promote good healing. You may continue this vitamin after surgery at the rate of one daily. Also, Discuss with your doctor the use of SinEcch arnica montana or Bromelain, a pineapple extract, for added anti bruising and anti swelling properties.
Take any medications you were instructed to take with only a few sips of water. Such medications may be Catapres (blood pressure), Anti-inflammatory, valium, antibiotics, blood thickeners, etc.
Prior to surgery, should you develop any fever, chills or other signs of a cold or other infection, call the office immediately.
Bring with you your surgery bras, or any instructed medications, garments or bandages.
Also bring pillows to plop around you for the ride home
Bring a bucket or can, with a lid and some cool, bottled water to sip and rid you of the unpleasant taste you may get if you vomit. Besides cool water really helps keep the nausea at bay.
Bring your sunglasses.
Perhaps bring a few packs of crackers to help with the nausea.

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