Preparing for Your Child’s Hospital Dental Surgery
At Sky Pediatric Dentistry, your child’s comfort and safety are our top priorities. Before their scheduled dental surgery, you’ll have a pre-operative appointment where we encourage you to share any questions or concerns you may have. The more we know, the better we can ensure a smooth and reassuring experience for your child on the day of treatment.
Please review the following guidelines to help you prepare for your child’s hospital dental procedure.
What to Know Before Surgery Day
Fasting Guidelines:
- Morning Surgery: Your child must stop eating and drinking at midnight the night before the procedure.
- Afternoon Surgery: No food should be consumed 8 hours before the scheduled surgery time.
Clear Liquids Only (until 6 hours before surgery):
- Allowed: water, apple juice, sports drinks, black coffee
Not allowed: milk, creamer, orange juice, alcohol, or any opaque beverages - If you’re unsure about any food or drink restrictions, please ask during your pre-op appointment.
Day of Surgery Instructions
- A parent or legal guardian must be present at the hospital throughout the procedure.
- Do not brush your child’s teeth the morning of surgery.
- Follow all fasting and fluid guidelines closely.
- Remove any nail polish from your child’s big toes—this is important for proper monitor placement.
- Dress your child in comfortable pajamas without feet and bring an extra set of loose-fitting clothes.
- After the procedure, your child will stay in a recovery area until they are safely ready to go home.
If Your Child is Sick
If your child is experiencing a cold, fever, or chest/sinus congestion on the day of surgery, please contact us immediately at 270-715-5437. Illness can interfere with anesthesia and may require us to reschedule the procedure to ensure your child’s safety.
New Patients & Emergency Appointments Welcome!
