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Day Before Surgery

It is important to have nothing to eat or drink after midnight on the day before surgery. You may take your medications as instructed with a sip of water the morning of surgery.

Shower with anti-bacterial soap for the 2 days prior to surgery and morning of surgery. Soap will be given to you at your preadmission appointment.
You should remove nail polish, makeup and hairclips prior to coming to the hospital.
Nothing to eat or drink after midnight
Leave your valuables at home including your wedding band so that it is not lost
Give dentures and eyeglasses to a family member to hold for you during your surgery

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