Surgery and Hospitalization
The Night Before
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Pack overnight and any additional day (comfortable clothing)
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Good shower and shampoo hair
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For boys/men no facial hair
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Brush/Floss Teeth and Gums, Swish with Peridex (oral antibiotic)
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Do not eat after midnight
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Drink plenty of fluids (Gatorade) before midnight
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Start taking colace (stool softener)
The Morning of Surgery
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2 hours before you come to the hospital drink clear Gatorade
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Brush Teeth and Gums.
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Swish with Peridex (oral antibiotic)
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Arrive at least 30-60 minutes before you are asked to come
At the hospital
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Meet the anesthesiologist
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I will see you before surgery and go over any questions
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You will meet the plastic surgery residents who will care for you
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Consents for Anesthesia, Surgery and Blood will be signed
Surgery
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Do not watch the clock
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Please bring something to do or watch a movie
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Try your best to keep your mind from thinking what his happening in the operating room
After Surgery
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The OR Nurse will call the family as soon as the surgery is done and I will meet with the family in the consultation room
Immediate Recovery in the Hospital
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Expect some bleeding from the mouth and nose
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Expect some nausea and vomiting
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Begin trying to take liquids the evening of surgery
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The morning after surgery, begin preparations to go home (based on how much you can drink)
